Direct Support Professionals Week
This week, we proudly join organizations across the country in celebrating National Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Week, a dedicated time to recognize and honor the incredible individuals who are at the core of everything we do.
At The Arc Westchester, our Direct Support Professionals empower people with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives. Whether it’s at home, in school, at work, or out in the community, their support makes a lasting impact — every single day.
More Than Just Support — They Uplift Lives
Our DSPs are more than caregivers. They are mentors, advocates, role models, and friends. With compassion, patience, and professionalism, they help build confidence, teach life skills, and create opportunities for personal growth and success.
Their work ensures safety and well-being, but it also brings dignity, joy, and hope to so many lives.
A Lasting Impact
The commitment of our Direct Support Professionals is felt not only by the people they support, but also by families and communities throughout Westchester. Their impact is seen in both big milestones and everyday moments that matter.
From helping someone achieve a new level of independence to simply being there with a reassuring smile – Direct Support work truly matters.
You Are Seen, Valued, and Appreciated
To every DSP on our team: thank you.
Thank you for the energy, love, and heart you bring to your work. Thank you for showing up with reliability and dedication. You don’t just support people, you open doors to possibility. From all of us at The Arc Westchester: Thank you for everything you do. You are essential to our mission and our community — this week, and every day of the year.
To show our appreciation, each DSP will receive a customized Arc Westchester hat, Yeti Insulated Tumbler, and keyring, thanks to the generosity of The Arc Westchester Foundation.
The Arc Westchester offers flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Full medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Generous off-time policy
- Education assistance program
- Disability and life insurance, retirement plan
- Flexible Schedule
- Sign-On Bonus for DSP positions
#MoreThanWork – Become a DSP
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) have always been at the heart of The Arc Westchester. It is only because of them that our mission of supporting individuals with Developmental Disabilities throughout the arc of their lifetime is possible. These everyday frontline heroes work throughout Westchester County, ensuring that our 2,000+ individuals live fulfilling and independent lives.
DSPs play an important role in strengthening our community and fulfilling our mission. DSPs work hands-on with the individuals who live in our agency residences and/or receive services at our various Day Habilitation sites. They serve as the day-to-day advocate and support staff for them. DSP’s provide our individuals with: training, guidance, direction, assistance, and general support in all facets of their life. Along with providing Person Centered activities, DSPs constantly search for ongoing opportunities for personal choice, integration and independence within an individual’s home and in their community.
