If you’re searching for a rewarding and stable career where your work has meaning, look no further than joining The Arc Tampa Bay as a Direct Support Professional. Direct Support Professionals (DSP’s) provide compassionate care to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting in all aspects of daily living. You’ll wear many hats here at The Arc - from teacher to helper to student to friend - and each role you play empowers individuals with developmental disabilities to live a dignified and more independent life. Choose a career worth earning. Choose The Arc.
DSP’s start each day with an open mind, listening ears and the ability to leave preconceived notions behind.
DSP’s are care providers of good moral character who bring patience and compassion in every interaction.
DSP’s are continuous learners, completing and understanding the required training that is provided.
"Being a DSP means I have an opportunity every day to teach something new and learn something new. No two days are alike and sometimes no two hours are alike. But the best part are the smiles, hugs, and the knowledge that I have made a difference in someone else's life." - Pat R., DSP @ The Arc Tampa Bay for 7 years
“With vocation of service, commitment and love, it is possible to effectively support and teach people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Attending to consumers in the medical/elderly Group Home in the full satisfaction of their basic needs such as feeding, hygiene, clothing, recreation, safety and health, means living together and learning from them day by day, facing new challenges and a unique experience for our growth both personal and professional.” - Adriana A., DSP @ The Arc Tampa Bay for 2 years
“I was a DSP for over 20 years in an Arc Tampa Bay Group Home, and the most rewarding thing was to teach someone one thing for 1.5 years and he finally does this thing. To see his parent’s cry because he could finally do it. His parents wanted him to be asked to go and get himself a fork and for him to go to the kitchen and come back with only one fork so Mom could feed him. It sounds simple, but it is not simple for everyone. To share in that joy and accomplishment is what being a DSP is all about.” - Steve A., DSP @ The Arc Tampa Bay for 25 years
At The Arc, we know that the most valuable asset is our people. That’s why we ensure that when you join the team, you’re well taken care of. As a mission based, non-profit organization, we’ve established ourselves nationally as leaders in our industry, attracting the best and brightest heart centered professionals from our administration to our DSP’s. In the Tampa Bay area, we have grown to over 18 homes and 3 day programs, offering you a wide variety of shifts to meet your needs. Here’s what you can expect as a Direct Support Professional at The Arc.
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Paid time off after 90 days of employment.
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Annual raffles and fun giveaways.
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Paid medical, dental and life insurance for full-time team members.
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Paid growth opportunities for mandatory trainings and screenings.
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Optional tax-sheltered retirement plan with match after 1 year of employment.
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Ongoing team member recognition and team member milestone celebrations.
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