Staffing Considerations
The following are key staffing elements to consider in the process of transitioning from sheltered workshops to community based activities. This list is not all encompassing as each agency will vary in their staffing needs, but it should be used as a guideline to ensure that staffing requirements are met.
What is Continuum of Services? The preferred model of service delivery is to format each program in a way where individually, they will act as a continuum of service, with each program offering training activities and experiences that lead to a higher level of independence.
The staff tools that are discussed in this section are designed to help shape a confident, highly productive and dedicated workforce. Staff training tools are important in developing leadership excellence, employee engagement and quality service delivery, which are necessary characteristics of staff that will be working independently in the community.