Cathy Barrick • October 20, 2026

ODP to Host Provider Innovation Series November 10

Author

Cathy Barrick

Date

October 20, 2026

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Join the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) as it showcases innovative practices from Pennsylvania's provider community. This session will feature a presentation by Penn-Mar’s leadership team, incorporating a decade of experience that has shaped agency culture around career pathways for DSP and frontline supervisors. This session will include details about the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) credentialing program.

 

Key takeaways include:

  • Discover how a comprehensive talent development strategy, extending beyond required training, can strengthen workforce stability, service quality, and outcomes for people supported.
  • Learn how Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Frontline Supervisor (FLS) credentialing, leadership development, and clear career pathways can improve retention and create opportunities for advancement.
  • Explore practical approaches for building effective supervisors, strengthening workplace relationships, and creating a culture of personal leadership and accountability.
  • Hear directly from DSPs, FLSs, and people supported who will co-present and share how they have benefited from these comprehensive talent development and credentialing strategies.
  • Hear measurable results, lessons learned, and sustainment strategies that other providers can adapt to support a stable, skilled, and high-performing workforce.

 

Who should attend?

ODP Providers

 

Date and Time:

November 10, 2026

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

 

Register Here

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