A Career Built Around Purpose, Connection and Opportunity
A Direct Support Professional, commonly called a DSP, supports individuals with intellectual disabilities as they experience everyday life, pursue personal goals, build relationships and connect with their communities.
At Valley Advantages, DSPs help bring our mission to life:
A DSP is more than someone who provides assistance. DSPs are trusted supporters, encouragers and advocates who help individuals experience dignity, independence, belonging and opportunity in their daily lives.
The work may look different from day to day, but its purpose remains the same: helping each individual live a meaningful life as a respected and valued member of the community.
Building bonds that last a lifetime.
Depending on the program and the needs of the individuals supported, a DSP may:
Encourage independence in daily routines and personal goals
Support participation in activities at home and in the community
Help individuals build skills, confidence and meaningful relationships
Respect each person's choices, privacy, rights and individuality
Create welcoming, safe and supportive environments
Celebrate accomplishments, both large and small
DSPs help make everyday experiences possible, from routines at home to community activities, relationships, personal growth and moments of achievement.
You do not need to be perfect to make a meaningful difference. Great DSPs are people who are compassionate, dependable, respectful and willing to learn.
This role may be a strong fit for someone who:
Valley Advantages is rooted in small-town values and a commitment to personalized, high-quality support. Our work is centered on recognizing each individual as a whole person and helping create opportunities for independence, relationships and meaningful community life.
As a DSP, you have the opportunity to be part of that mission every day. Your work can help an individual feel more confident, more connected and more at home in the community around them.
Meaningful work begins with meaningful relationships. A career as a DSP offers the opportunity to support individuals, strengthen communities and help create everyday moments that matter.
Join Valley Advantages and help create change and opportunity for the individuals we support.