Please see below for important updates and information!

HELPFUL REMINDER:

Thank you for being patient during this transition time with the new app! The communication helps us work with our HHA Representative to navigate the technology issues. Your feedback is appreciated!


As the issues resolve, I want to share some helpful reminders to complete your shifts per state guidelines.

Last year at annual training, we reviewed the DSP Expectations.


Please read below for those expectations.


Accountability Assistance: This document will serve as communication to re-establish expectations.   

We will do the following to help you complete these tasks on time: 

  • Blast Reminder on Friday regarding notes 
  • Check your emails! 

Expectations: During shift 

  • Clock in and out at scheduled time 
  • Be Awake- OVERNIGHT Shift: Check in on app every 2 hours 
  • Be attentive to person served 
  • Focus on goals and daily schedule 
  • Maintain respect for home and family expectations 
  • Enter notes within 24 hours of shift –contact via text or email your CCS or on-call if you have any trouble during shift.  
  • Notes must be targeted to goals 
  • If notes are insufficient, we will provide you with coaching to make improvements. Reach out to your CCS for training requests. 
  • Clock in/out at shift -contact via text or email your CCS if you have any trouble during shift.  
  • Phone use is for notes, do not sit on phone and scroll 


WHY: 

To submit billing to the state, we must be able to show a complete shift which includes, clock in, EVV Location, notes targeted on personal care plan goals, and clock out. 

If these items are not completed, we cannot bill. If we do not bill, we will not get reimbursed for the shift. 

If we submit an incomplete shift, it may be flagged as fraud. We do not want that. 

Therefore, we will be implementing steps to improve the notes accountability for our staff. 

We do understand that there are, at times, issues. The steps are in place to help navigate the issues.   

If you do not communicate the issues, then see below. 

If you do not complete your notes - with NO communication with CCS or on call: 

  • Monday: Hard deadline. No notes = Disciplinary Action 
  • Missed notes (1st Time)– Write up 
  • Missed notes (2nd Time) - Write up 
  • Missed notes (3rd Time) - Termination 

REMINDER: If you have trouble clocking in/out, saving notes, you MUST communicate with CCS or on call (5PM-7AM) at the time of incident. 

  • If you do not, it will be considered insubordination and disciplinary action will occur. 


We would like to thank all of you who follow these expectations every shift.

Thank you for communicating with us.

We understand that issues will occur and we are here to help you.

We are all here for our Persons Served.

We all have a responsibility to follow state guidelines and all be a part of making The Gregory Kistler Treatment Center the best!


If you have any questions, please reach out to Gina Roberts, Executive Director.


Mark Your Calendar!

Central Christian Church has once again graciously offered to provide a fall festival for the patients, persons served, and their families at The Kistler Center.


This event is not open to the public.


When: Friday, October 30th 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Where: Central Christian Church (400 N Waldron Rd. Fort Smith, AR 72903)


You must RSVP by Tuesday, October 27th!



Human Resources Updates

Open Enrollment coming in October!


Don't miss open enrollment!

Open Enrollment will take place October 23-30.

This is the one time during the year that you can pick up our insurance, make any changes to your coverage(s), or drop your insurance plan!

Our BHC Representative will be on site at the Kistler Center on

Wednesday, October 28th from 9-3PM

Plan for rate changes this year.


Be on the lookout for additional information to come.


Brian Johnston: bjohnston@kistlercenter.org | 479-785-4677.

IMPORTANT: REQUIRED ANNUAL TRAINING

The REQUIRED Annual Training for this year is scheduled for November 9th and November 10th. We will be at the Bakery District in the same room as last year.


Please use the link below to choose the session you would like to attend. There are 4 sessions available. Training sessions will be 9AM-12 PM and 1PM-4PM on both days.

Please see the link below to sign up for your session!


A parking map is also linked below. We recommend parking in Lot #1 or Lot #2 as those typically have the most space available. The highlighted entrance on the map will put you entering the building next to the room training is being hosted in.


If you have questions or need assistance, please contact your CCS.

View the parking map here.

RSVP for your annual training session here.

NEW: PTO ROLL OVER POLICY



The end of the year is quickly approaching. If you are not planning to roll over any hours, be planning to use the PTO you have available before you run out of time! You can only roll over 40 hours or less.


New this year, if you want to roll over your time, you do not need to email. Any time you have remaining up to 40 hours at the end of the year, we will roll over for you!


If you have any questions, reach out to Brian Johnston!


Brian Johnston: bjohnston@kistlercenter.org | 479-785-4677.

DSP of the Month

Congratulations to Eddie and Tanya Davis on being chosen as the September 2026 DSPs of the Month!


Eddie has been a DSP with the Kistler Center since April 2024 and Tanya has been a DSP at the Kistler Center since November 2024!


"Eddie and Tanya are truly amazing! They are great at communicating whenever there is a problem or concern, they are strong advocates for the person served, and they have the ability to adapt to change. They continue to work hard and meet expectations in the workplace. They go above and beyond to make sure the individual's needs are heard, respected, and supported. Their reliability, teamwork, and commitment make them a wonderful asset at the Kistler Center. Thank you for showing up, speaking up, and making a difference every day." 


-Katie Robins, Care Coordination Specialist



Criteria to be Selected for DSP of the Month:

  • Consistent, on- time attendance for shifts
  • Good attitude
  • Flexible
  • Notes are consistently turned in on time
  • Consistently clocks in/out
  • Consistently turns in paperwork on time
  • Good communication with CCSs, Person(s) Served, HR
  • Regularly checks email and answers text messages/phone calls
  • Organized
  • Follows Plan of Care for Person Served


To nominate someone for DSP of the Month, please email their first and last name and why you are nominating them to dev@kistlercenter.org.


Nominations for August are due Friday, October 23rd. Center Staff, DSPs, and Persons Served can all nominate someone for DSP of the Month.


The CES Waiver Leadership Team in partnership with HR and the Executive Director will review the nominations to make a selection each month.


We appreciate everything you do to assist your person served and your dedication to providing excellent service.


 
 
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