Direct Support Professional Talent Acquisition Project (DSP TAP)
Launch the media gallery 1 player
Direct Support Professional Talent Acquisition Project (DSP TAP)
In partnership between FoNASP/NASP
Made possible by The Further Foundation
ABOUT THE CAREER
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is someone who assists “people who need support to lead self-directed lives and participate fully in their communities”(NADSP).
Core job duties include:
- Assist with as little or as much care as the person needs
- Adhere to the Code of Ethics
- Learn new methods of communication to meet needs
- Maintain schedule and document/report interactions
HOW TO BECOME A DSP:
- Learn about the DSP Career
- Search DSP Job Openings
- Fill out a DSP Job Application
- Contact Employer
- Complete Criminal/Abuse Background Checks
- Complete Accredited Training with Employer (MANDT, Medication Aide, Basic Life Support, Core Competency Training, etc.)
Direct Support Professionals provide support structures to enhance the quality of life of individuals through person-centered care.
Direct Support Professionals assess environments and create opportunities for individuals to thrive.
JOIN US!
- (Note: If participating in person, you will still need to complete the digital release form, but you only need to fill out the required portions (i.e. Name of Organization, Name of Person, Attachment Description/Details (List of every person in photos or videos), Permission to Share/Publish, and Date of Submission).
COMING SOON (Fall 2021)
- Brochure on "WHY" to become a DSP
- Brochure on "HOW" to become a DSP
- DSP TAP Video