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Discover the Rewards of a career in Direct Support

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“DSPs are some of the most caring people I know.”

– Shawnta

“There are so many ways to grow and advance in this field.”

– Khadian

“I make a difference for the people we support.”

– Haley

“Being a DSP is awesome!”

– Dana

Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs, work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Direct Support is a hands-on caregiving role that is both challenging and rewarding, with plenty of opportunity for creativity. Being a DSP in the Arc New York network can lead to different roles and career advancement – though many DSPs choose to continue working with their “friends.”

Rewards of a career in Direct Support:

Helping others every day
Dedicated team, family atmosphere
Making a difference in a person’s life
Feeling appreciated and fulfilled

Career advancement opportunities
Generous benefits
Paid training & tuition benefits
Flexible schedules

Helping others every day
Dedicated team, family atmosphere
Making a difference in a person’s life
Feeling appreciated and fulfilled
Career advancement opportunities
Generous benefits
Paid training & tuition benefits
Flexible schedules

“It’s just natural, to help someone.”

“Being a DSP is the first step on a path to career progression.”

“The people we work with become like family.”

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The Arc New York
29 British American Blvd. 2nd Floor
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 439-8311
Info@TheArcNY.org

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