Training Our Team
Sample Supports offers 150+ Onboarding and Continuing Education Trainings
Expert-Led Trainings
Our training is led by multiple nationally trained instructors on staff, bringing deep expertise and current best practices directly into our programs.
Our team receives ongoing training in behavioral support, clinical best practices, safety, person-centered care, and program-specific services. Continuous learning ensures supports are delivered with skill, consistency, and respect.
Behavioral & Clinical Expertise
Our team receives extensive training in behavioral and clinical support, grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered practices. This includes:
Behavior assessments and hands-on service delivery
Supporting individuals with limited or non-verbal communication
Trauma-focused care (TF-CBT, Seeking Safety, EMDR-informed approaches)
Autism-specific supports, including strengths-based approaches, social skills, self-regulation, and sensory strategies
Motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and self-compassion tools
Supporting gender-expansive and transgender individuals
Addressing complex needs such as self-injury, mood disorders, ODD, ADHD, and sexuality education
Why it matters:
This training helps staff understand why behaviors happen and respond with skill, consistency, and respect.
Person-Centered & Rights-Based Care
All staff are trained in:
Person-centered services and informed supervision
Individual rights and rights modifications
Boundaries, consent, and ethical decision-making
Responding to allegations and incident reporting
History and philosophy of disability services
Why it matters:
Services are delivered with dignity, choice, and respect for each individual’s autonomy.
Residential & Community Support
Team members supporting residential and community-based services receive training in:
Home inspections, home visits, and on-call expectations
Aging and end-of-life planning
Safe transfers, lifts, and mobility support
Representative payee basics
Safety awareness (yellow/red flags, risk mitigation)
Why it matters:
Staff are prepared to support people safely and thoughtfully in real-world environments.
Day Program & Community Engagement
Staff working in day programs and group settings are trained in:
Day Program fundamentals and transitions
Specialized Habilitation and Supported Community Connections
Engaging people in group services
Tracking progress and outcomes
Why it matters:
Programs remain engaging, inclusive, and aligned with individual goals.
Employment & Job Coaching
Employment support staff complete training in:
Job development and site management
Job coaching and skill-building for independence
Teaching workplace behaviors and social skills
Understanding the role of the job coach
Why it matters:
Individuals are supported in finding and maintaining meaningful, successful employment.
Health, Safety & Risk Awareness
All staff complete required health and safety training, including:
Bloodborne pathogens
Medical administration refreshers
Defensive driving
Crisis communication and de-escalation
Mental health, trauma, and disability awareness
Why it matters:
Safety, preparedness, and calm responses are built into everyday care.
Leadership, Supervision & Culture
Supervisors and leaders receive advanced training in:
Leadership, performance management, and supervision
Crisis communication and conflict resolution
Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Unconscious bias and serving vulnerable populations
HR fundamentals and employee lifecycle management
Why it matters:
Strong leadership creates consistency, accountability, and better support across all services.
Systems, Documentation & Compliance
Staff are trained to use critical systems that support quality and accountability:
BambooHR (onboarding, payroll, time tracking, benefits, performance)
Therap documentation, behavior plans, ISP data, MARs, scheduling, and reporting
HIPAA, cybersecurity, ethics, and compliance requirements
Why it matters:
Accurate documentation and strong systems support transparency, coordination, and quality care.
Ongoing Learning & Growth
Training at Sample Supports is ongoing, not one-time. Staff receive refreshers, advanced clinical education, and new training as best practices evolve.
