What if the DSP is already on the Health Care Worker Registry as a DD Aide?

There are no specific DSP retraining requirements or training program for persons in this situation. However, the employing agency must ensure that:

DSPs have the required results of all required registry clearances and criminal fingerprint background checks.
OIG Rule 50/Abuse Neglect training upon hire, no later than the first day of paid status (before the employee assumes any regular duties or responsibilities of the position).
current certification in CPR and First Aid training or current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Depending on types of consumers served in previous employment, types of consumers served by the Provider, and how long the DSP may have been out of the workforce, it is recommended that the Provider confirm the DSP can demonstrate competency in each area of the DSP Training Program Core Competency Area Checklist or all competencies listed as DSP Required Classroom Competencies and DSP Required OJT Competencies.