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NY A10674
Bill
Status
6/13/2012
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Abinanti
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AI Summary
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Commissioner of developmental disabilities must create a public workforce initiative to define a career path model for direct support professionals in conjunction with national and state experts.
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Career path model shall blend best practice learning initiatives including the University of Minnesota's College of Direct Support and New York State direct support professional competencies.
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Department shall conduct one-day regional learning seminars for provider organizations covering competency-based training trends, the role of skill mentors, and facilitating direct support professional portfolio development.
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Act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires the commissioner of the office for people with developmental disabilities to define a career path for direct support professionals.
Last Action
referred to mental health
6/13/2012