DSP Credentialing Can Lead to Career Advancement

Taking the Role of DSP to the Next Level

Employment, Programs and Services, Staff Perspectives

Maxine Bostick started her career at The Arc of Monroe as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) five years ago. She recognized the career advancement opportunities provided to her and took advantage of hem. In 2020, Maxine completed the DSP credentialing certification, allowing her the opportunity to grow even more in her role. She is now a leader, inspiring other to achieve excellence in her role as a Residential Manager for The Arc. “The opportunity for the growth at The Arc of Monroe is an opportunity for someone to not only see their work here as a job, but a future …

LifePrep@Naz Employment Readiness Program May be Perfect “Next Step”

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Transitioning from high school to the “next step” can be an exciting time in a young person’s life. It can also come with a lot of questions and unknowns about where to begin. The LifePrep@Naz might be that perfect next step. The design of the LifePrep@Naz program stems from the overall goal of providing individuals with disabilities, of typical college age, a similar-aged learning community that allows for the transformation from high school students to self-determined and competitively employed contributors in our society. The program is designed to prepare students for success, not only in the classroom, but also at …