Respite Workforce Pilot: Seeking Applicants
The ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center and the Respite Care Association Of Wisconsin, in collaboration with NASHP, are seeking applicants to participate in a pilot project to field test a respite provider training curriculum and recruitment campaign.
The purpose is to develop, test and scale a respite workforce recruitment, training and retention program to better meet the respite needs of families, particularly in light of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the workforce. Respite Care Association of Wisconsin (RCAW), in collaboration with the evaluation consultant and ARCH, will lead the pilot project. Up to six applicants (only 1 per state) will be selected to field test, statewide or regionally, an enhanced online competency-based training curriculum for entry-level respite professionals, including volunteers. Pilot states will also be expected to participate in development and testing of a recruitment and retention campaign.
Deadline for interested applicants is August 6.
