PROVIDERS
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support people with developmental disabilities and help those they work with to achieve their dreams and meet their needs. Someone can become a DSP by being hired by an Agency Provider or by becoming a certified Independent Provider with DODD.
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DSPs provide supports in many different ways and in many different settings. This could look like helping someone to learn a new job, supporting them in their home with cleaning and meals, or even helping someone to get to doctor’s appointments, haircuts, or community events.
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If interested in becoming a provider or are already a certified provider and are interested in serving residents of Allen County, please contact Ashtyn Kill at 419-221-1385.
Support for Providers
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The Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities is dedicated to supporting providers.
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CPR/First Aid: A full-time nurse offers monthly CPR/First Aid courses for anyone hired as a Direct Support Professional by one of the Allen County provider agencies or is an Allen County independent provider.
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Medication Administration Certification Class: An RN offers medication administration training and certifies professionals working with Allen County providers or is an Allen County Independent provider. ​
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Other Supports: remediation with billing issues, training on the Individual Service Plan (ISP) to independent providers, assistance with certification questions and so much more.
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