Landscape Analysis Survey: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) - GW Center for Rehabilitation Counseling Research & Education

Survey Introduction

Thank you for taking this survey. We are gathering feedback from Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who work in Community Rehabilitation Provider (CRP) programs. Your responses will help us understand the skills DSPs use in their work, where additional training may be helpful, and what supports are needed to strengthen employment services for individuals with disabilities.

Choose your state(Required)

Proficiency Scale

Proficiency Level	Description
1. Limited	Limited or no use of competency required for the job or had limited opportunity to apply the competency.
2. Basic	Basic understanding of knowledge needed for the job.
3. Proficient	Detailed knowledge, understanding, and application of the competency.
4. Advanced	Highly developed knowledge, understanding, and application of the competency.
5. Expert	Recognized by others as an expert in the competency and is sought out by others in the organization.

*Scale adapted from Russo, J.D. (2016), “Competency Measurement Model,” European Conference on Quality in Official Statistics.

Please rate your competence level in each of the following areas:

Assessment(Required)

Discovery(Required)

Development of Personal Profile(Required)

Job Development & Employer Engagement(Required)

Job-Task Analysis(Required)

On‑the‑Job Coaching(Required)

Individualized/Tailored on-the-job Accommodations and Supports(Required)

Development of Natural Supports on-the-job & Fading Plans(Required)

Benefits Planning Awareness / Work Incentives(Required)

Documentation, Case Notes, & Report Writing(Required)

Coordination with SVRA / Partners(Required)