Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Aspire Living & Learning
$18 / hour
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Description
At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day.
Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. The DSP will provide support with daily activities, including household chores, meal preparation, recreational activities, learning activities, and physical fitness activities. The DSP will represent the needs, wants, and interest of individuals served or supported by the program, and provide input on program planning and implementation for individuals.
Our ideal candidate:
- Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities in a professional setting strongly preferred.
- Basic computer skills, experience using Therap a plus!
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Empathy, enthusiasm, and a passion and dedication for helping others.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver’s license required, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
- Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
- Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
- Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!
If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.
Starting pay is $18.35, with a pay increase upon medication certification.
Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
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Benefits
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- disability insurance
- sick leave
About this role
Aspire Living & Learning is looking for a Direct Support Professional to work in a residential setting in Haven, supporting adults with developmental disabilities. You'd help with everyday activities—cooking, cleaning, recreation, fitness, and learning—while advocating for each person's needs and contributing to their support plans. This is hands-on work that requires genuine care and reliability; the organization has been doing this for over 40 years across New England and Maryland, with a focus on helping people live more independently and shape their own lives.
The role calls for prior experience supporting people with disabilities, strong communication skills, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license with at least three years of driving experience. Basic computer skills and familiarity with Therap (their documentation system) are a plus. You'd be joining a collaborative team and have access to professional development, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and a lifestyle spending account. Starting pay is $18.35 per hour, with an increase once you complete medication certification.
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