Specialized Direct Support Professional
Confidential
Posted: March 11, 2026
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Quick Summary
Supports individuals with developmental disabilities and adults in a variety of settings, including community, in-home, and employment settings. Requires a high level of self-regulation and strong communication skills. Experience working with diverse populations is a plus.
Required Skills
Job Description
Upper Valley Services (UVS) is one of Vermont’s designated non-profit agencies serving people with developmental disabilities and adults who are eligible for Adult Family Care.
UVS is seeking a kind, positive and patient, experienced Specialized DSP.
Supports may include, community, in-home, employment.
Extensive training/ shadowing opportunities will be offered for all areas of the role
The ideal candidate must be able to:
Physically able to lift and carry 50lbs.
High capacity for self-regulation
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Must be 18y/o or older
Candidates will undergo a background check, must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and auto insurance.
We are offering a generous sign on bonus!!
$500 after successfully completing six months and another $500 upon successfully completing one year at Upper Valley Services.
Benefits Include:
Employee Assistance Program
Auto repair program
Wellness incentive program
Professional development and training opportunities
Mileage Reimbursement
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee to perform this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or change the employment-at-will status of the employment relationship for the employee or the Agency.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of UVS to insure, in compliance with and to the limits of federal and state laws, that all employment decisions and actions are made without regard to religion, gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, having a positive test result on an HIV related blood test or any other legally protected classification. If an individual with a disability requires a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of his or her position or job for which he or she has applied, upon request, UVS will provide such accommodation in compliance with state and federal laws.