Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Sertoma Centre will show appreciation for all direct service staff during National Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Recognition Week, September 8-12.
Direct support professionals are the in-home support workers and daily support staff of individuals with disabilities. At Sertoma Centre, individuals with developmental, physical, emotional disabilities and/or mental illness are provided services in a variety of areas including vocational training, day programs and residential care. DSP's comprise about 30% of Sertoma Centre staff, and work with individuals daily on developing essential skills for an independent, productive life.
For those served at the Centre, National DSP Recognition Week is a chance for them to say thank you to the people who care for, work with, and teach them every day. From job coaches, vocational coordinators and program staff at our two day facilities to the service facilitators at each of our nine CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrangement) homes, these are the people our individuals interact with most frequently, and it is only fitting that these integral staff members are recognized.
Sertoma Centre, Inc. is a nationally-accredited, not-for-profit agency that provides services to over 650 individuals with developmental, physical and emotional disabilities, and/or mental illness.
For more information, to schedule a tour, or to make a donation, please contact Melanie Jones, director of advancement and communications, Sertoma Centre, 4343 West 123rd Street , Alsip , IL 60803 . (708) 371-9700 ext. 206, www.sertomacentre.org.