094-16 : Policy clarification surrounding the role of Direct Care Workers
To announce a policy clarification surrounding the role of Direct Care Workers (DCWs) Attachment 094-16 : Policy clarification surrounding the role of Direct Care Workers
081-14 : Benjamin Settlement Approved Protecting Freedom of Choice for Individuals in ICFs/ID
State-operated intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ICFs/ID), Home and community-based waiver providers, Administrative Entities (AEs), Supports Coordination Organizations (SCO), advocates, individuals, and other interested parties. Attachment 081-14 : Benjamin Settlement Approved Protecting Freedom of Choice for Individuals in ICFs/ID
BAW16-48: Submitting and Entering the Vocational Profile into HCSIS–Moving Forward with Employment Goals
To provide expected timelines and general guidance for submitting and entering the Vocational Profile into HCSIS Attachment BAW16-48: Submitting and Entering the Vocational Profile into HCSIS--Moving Forward with Employment Goals
068-16 : Scheduling Support Service Workers to Work More than 40 Hours per Week in the Consolidated and P/FDS Waivers
The purpose of this communication is to provide guidance and expectations relating to SSW scheduling in ODP’s Participant-Directed Services models. Attachment 068-16 : Scheduling Support Service Workers to Work More than 40 Hours per Week in the Consolidated and P/FDS Waivers
BAW16-35 Admin Notice : SSB SBP Guidance
To communicate the availability of new and revised resources which provide clarified guidance about developing a Skill Building Plan (SBP). Attachment BAW16-35 Admin Notice : SSB SBP Guidance
BAW16-25 Info Memo : SSB Certificates
To clarify the training requirements, timelines and certificate submission process for the SSB component of the SSD service. Attachment BAW16-25 Info Memo : SSB Certificates
BAW16-16 Announcement : SSB Training
To announce the availability of the virtual version of the required training for the new “Specialized Skill Development/Systematic Skill Building” Service being added to the Adult Autism Waiver. Attachment BAW16-16 Announcement : SSB Training
Memo 034-15 : Helpful Resources from the PA Department of Transportation
To share two resources available through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Attachment Memo 034-15 : Helpful Resources from the PA Department of Transportation
BAW16-10 Admin Notice : FBA Documentation (Archived)
Please see and use the link below for the new communication updating this important information. Attachment: ODPANN 25-049 Functional Behavioral Assessment Documentation Requirements for the Adult Autism Waiver and Adult Community Autism Program
Memo 018-15 : Communication Assistance Compliance Standards for Individuals who are Deaf
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide clarification about interpreter use and ODP’s expectations for compliance with applicable laws when rendering services to individuals who are deaf. Attachments Memo 018-15 : Communication Assistance Compliance Standards for Individuals who are Deaf
