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Direct Support Professionals Workforce Investment is a grant from North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) that funds efforts to address the critical shortage of direct support professionals serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in North Carolina.
The program supports provider agencies and employers of record seeking to improve recruitment, training, and retention of direct support professionals who provide home and community-based services. Eligible applicants include provider agencies and employers of record in North Carolina. Implementation of the multi-year DSP Workforce Plan began July 1, 2025.
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gov/about/department-initiatives/inclusion-connects/direct-support-professionals-workforce) # Direct Support Professionals Workforce North Carolina is excited to announce an updated Direct Support Professional (DSP) Workforce Plan to address the state’s critical shortage of DSPs.
This shortage significantly affects the availability and quality of home and community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The updated DSP Workforce Plan outlines the Department's comprehensive, multi-year strategy that includes strategic recruitment methods, enhanced training and improved worker retention methods.
It also reaffirms our commitment to support DSPs and the vital services they provide. Implementation of the plan began July 1, 2025. **Video:**Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week "Celebrating the Heart of Care."
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Provider agencies and employers of record in North Carolina. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Direct Support Professionals Workforce Investment is funded by North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in North Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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