The Economic Undervaluing of the Direct Support Professional Workforce: Unveiling Societal Values and Discrimination Against People with Disabilities

• By: Marco Damiani AHRC New York City
• February 27th, 2024
• direct support professionals, discrimination, inclusion, opinion, policy, Spring 2024 Issue, the economy, workforce
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In the intricate tapestry of our society, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) stand as unsung heroes, offering unwavering support to individuals with disabilities. However, despite their invaluable contributions, the DSP workforce remains severely undervalued economically, reflecting broader...

Hiring People with Disabilities as Direct Support Staff – AHRC NYC Advance & Earn Provides Training and Support for NYC Youth With and Without Disabilities

• By: | AHRC New York City
• January 2nd, 2023
• direct support professionals, employment, internship, peer training, training, Winter 2023 Issue, workforce crisis
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“He has this desire to learn.” “I knew he was personable and had the temperament for the job.” These are the words of some AHRC New York City staff describing Alex DeCarlo, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) who brings a unique perspective to his colleagues and the people with...

An Interview with the New York State OASAS, OMH, and OPWDD Commissioners to Address Critical Healthcare Issues

• By: David Minot Executive Director Ira H. Minot, LMSW Founder
• October 1st, 2021
• collaboration, COVID-19, direct care, direct support professionals, diversity, equity, Fall 2021 Issue, federal funding, frontline workers, inclusion, mask mandate, New York State, racism, vaccinations, workforce crisis
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In a rare opportunity, Mental Health News Education, publisher of Autism Spectrum News and Behavioral Health News, has brought together the Commissioners of the NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH), The NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and The NYS Office for People with...