The Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization Recognition Program provides a platform to recognize and thank employees of affiliate organizations for their contributions, dedication, and commitment to the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) community. Recognition occurs quarterly.
Phase I
You Got Caught tokens:
Sedgwick County quality assurance staff recognizes direct support professionals on-site during quality oversight reviews of service locations within Sedgwick County.
Phase II
Employee of the Quarter:
Community members, persons served, guardians, affiliate organizations or volunteers may nominate an individual Targeted Case Manager (TCM) and/or a supervisor of direct support professionals who demonstrate exemplary job performance in the following areas.
Professionalism
Employee maintains professional boundaries and consistently displays positive attitude
Willingness to Collaborate
Employee works as a team member and openly engages other support team members
Advocacy
Employee takes action to ensure individual rights are not violated and pursues resources based on individual needs.
Robust Communication Skills
Employee exhibits the ability to communicate with consumers and support team effectively and timely.
Ethical Behavior
Employee maintains integrity, is honest during interactions and responds as appropriate
Ability to Manage Change
Employee remains effective in stressful situations, embraces the change and displays strong problem-solving skills
Consumer Engagement
Employee shows the ability to build rapport with all individuals served, provide appropriate redirection and treat individuals with respect
Self-Motivation
Employee takes initiative to be proactive in situations, works independently and remains solution driven