Direct Support Professional (DSP)

NEW pay rate: $21.00 hourly
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GREAT benefits and FLEXIBLE schedules

BEST NON-PROFIT AND BEST PLACE TO WORK
2025

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will assist the people we support to achieve their goals based on their individual preferences and abilities at home, work and in the community.

  • Ensure that individuals supported are treated with respect and dignity
  • Interacts in a polite, honest, positive and professional manner
  • Supports people in activities of their own choosing at home and in the community
  • Assists individuals to develop a positive self-image; encourage independence with adult day living skills providing assistance whenever needed

Founded in 1978, Looking Upwards is a private, nonprofit agency offering a wide array of services to adults with developmental disabilities and children and youth with special healthcare needs. Our programs have one overall goal, to support people in leading rich and satisfying lives. To reach that goal, we listen. We partner with the individual and family members to develop a personalized plan. With the resources of our caring team of professionals, we assist the person in realizing dreams such as success at school, gratifying work, enjoyment of relationships and participation and inclusion in the wider community.

Generous Employee Benefits

Paid Time Off

  • Accrued vacation time
  • Agency recognized holidays
  • Sick and personal days

Insurance Benefits

  • Health and Dental insurance plans at VERY affordable rates
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401K

Education

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Sponsored Trainings
  • 18 years of age
  • High school diploma/GED
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must clear a Criminal Background check

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