direct support professional

direct support professional ii

case manager

area manager

placement specialist

Options For All

What is the best part of working at the company?
A Truly Meaningful Place to Work                                                                                                                   Options For All is truly my dream job. From the interview process to daily work, I’ve always felt welcomed, supported, and valued. The leadership team leads with transparency and integrity, creating a culture of trust and open communication.
It’s incredibly rewarding to work alongside people who genuinely love what they do and are passionate about serving the DDS community. OFA is more than a workplace—it’s a place where you feel connected, inspired, and proud to make a difference every day.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
One of the more challenging aspects of the work is finding individuals who truly have the heart, compassion, and passion needed to serve as Direct Support Professionals. The role requires a special kind of dedication, and ensuring we have team members who are genuinely committed to supporting individuals in the DDS community can sometimes be difficult. However, it also makes the work even more meaningful when you find those who are truly called to it.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment at Options For All is welcoming, inclusive, and grounded in compassion and purpose. There is a strong culture of collaboration, transparency, and respect, where leadership leads with integrity and team members feel supported and heard. Staff share a genuine passion for serving the DDS community, creating a positive and uplifting environment where people feel valued, connected, and inspired every day.

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### **A Fulfilling Career with True Support and Great Benefits**

Working at Options For All has been an incredibly rewarding experience, primarily because of the organization's amazing mission. Every day, you get the privilege of seeing the direct, positive impact your work has on the clients' lives. It creates a deeply meaningful work environment where you truly feel like you are making a difference in the world.

A huge part of what makes this organization successful is the supportive administration. The leadership team doesn't just manage from a distance; they genuinely care about the mission, the clients, and the well-being of the staff. It is rare to find management that is this invested in ensuring employees feel heard, valued, and backed up in their day-to-day roles.

Options For All also does a fantastic job of investing in its people. There are excellent opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the company. On top of that, they offer a solid benefits package, which includes a great tuition reimbursement program. It’s a workplace that actively supports your future and helps you grow both personally and professionally. While the human services field can be demanding at times, the strong team dynamic and caring leadership make it a wonderful place to build a career.

Options For All has provided me with the opportunity to apply my education and professional skills in meaningful ways while also teaching me lessons that go far beyond what any classroom can offer. Through real-world experiences and hands on learning, I have gained invaluable knowledge that has contributed significantly to my personal and professional growth.
Over the years, I have held multiple roles within the organization, each of which has strengthened my patience, humility, adaptability, and ability to make a positive impact, whether large or small. The management team demonstrates a strong understanding of program operations while consistently showing empathy, respect, and support for staff members.
The leadership team fosters an environment of trust and professional development. They encourage employees to take initiative, lead projects independently, and grow their skills without micromanagement. At the same time, they provide constructive, creative, and encouraging feedback that helps employees succeed.
The most rewarding aspect of working at Options For All is witnessing the success of the individuals we serve. Seeing clients achieve their goals, hearing their success stories, and knowing that I play a role in supporting their journey makes the work incredibly meaningful and fulfilling.

Our day consist of three parts of our day, The first you have a set volunteer site to attend. You are responsible for 3 adults and they are always at your care and attention at all times. 
Help the adults with tasks and work that they have to do at the volunteer site.  Second part is lunch time. Have to check to see who brought lunch from home and who is buying lunch for the day. And assist them when purchasing meals at lunch. At the end of the day is the third part. They get to choose a activity that is fun for them. It can vary from being physical like, walking around the park, bowling at the alley. Educational, like going to the library or learning a new skill. Or simply fun like going to a party or to the movies . 
Management is nice and supportive when we have conflicts or issues with the adults. The work place  culture is good. There are many co workers that help out each other and always lend a helping hand. The hardest part of the job is keeping your patience and knowing that everyday wont be the same. Something different can happen, and you have to adapt to the new changes and challenges that the job brings. The job itself is not hard. Its more mental and you have to keep calm and have patience towards them at all times .

I work as a marketing intern, so my experience is unique. I have been learning a variety of useful skills, and my managers have expressed that they want this to be an opportunity for us to learn. The marketing department covers aspects such as social media, staff newsletters, communication, promotion, advertising, recruiting, and more. Everyone in the office from the CEO to the custodial staff is extremely kind, helpful, friendly, positive, and supportive. I have never had an experience like this at a company before, I usually dread coming to work, especially in competitive environments. My supervisor and the vast majority of staff are super understanding, which makes sense due to the core values of the organization. The pay is very fair, especially considering how difficult it is to find paid internships. The best part about this job is coming to work every day knowing that my work is positively impacting the lives of others, which keeps me motivated. The second best thing about Options For All is the staff- I feel like I have made close bonds with so many coworkers which makes me excited to come to the office every day. 

As a Direct Support Professional, you will have a set weekly schedule that works for you and your participants. Depending on the participant, you will work on a variety goals that help them be more independent. Examples of goals are finding employment/volunteer work, education, communication, and healthy living.

We have a great team at Options For All and management is super supportive. Staff are always willing to provide support if you have a question or need help.

I would say hardest part of the job can be working with the parents/guardians of participants as they can be really strict and be very specific about the goals of a participant. This sometimes conflicts with what the participant wants to do.

I've learned so much by working this job. It's really opened up my eyes to a community that I have had no prior knowledge to. You get to explore new things and have adventures with your participants. Having fun is part of the job which is great.

You definitely get what you put into the job. If you want to move up in the company, then you need to work for it.

What is the best part of working at the company?
A wonderful place to work! Everyone has been welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping each other succeed.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Learning and adapting to a teaching methodology that is new to me.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Welcoming, supportive, and empathetic . 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
When I arrive to the office I typically meet with the other teachers and admin to discuss changes that may occur through the day. Clients then trickle in and have a meeting about the day. They then proceed to home rooms, here they learn about specific subjects. In my home room, clients learning about video editing and animation. For 2 hours the clients are given a lesson then are given independent work time before leaving for lunch. After lunch they go to project time which is similar to home room but clients are able to choose the room they want to attend for the remainder of the day. Clients then leave at 3pm and teachers/admin remain to prepare for the next day.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Being a part of a company that truly values their employees wholistically 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
One of the more challenging aspects can be balancing multiple priorities, adapting to changing demands, or unexpected issues arise, so staying organized and managing time effectively becomes especially important

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment has a positive and collaborative culture. The environment has team members who support one another, celebrate successes together, and maintain a sense of fun while staying focused on delivering great results and quality service.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
There are set meetings and responsibilities throughout the week, but every day is different. The variety of tasks, conversations, and situations that come up makes the role dynamic and keeps things interesting.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Having coworkers I liked and felt like I could open up to both professionally and personally. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Often, nonprofit organizations’ hands are tied due to their nature of being for a public cause and being responsible to a board who ensures funds are used in specific ways. This can be frustrating when you need to get things done but the company “can’t afford it”.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Headquarters office where I worked was warm, supportive, fun, easy going.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
It varied, but usually come in, enjoy a morning beverage while my computer warms itself up. Check emails and or continue working on a project from the day(s) before. Sometimes team meetings in a conference room. Lunch solo or with a coworker on-site or off. Finish second half of day and close up to go home.

Working for Options For All as a DSP has been one of the most frustrating job experiences I’ve had. Management demands a lot from staff but provides very little in return. They expect you to meet deadlines, yet they can’t complete anything on time themselves. They want you to know everything, but when you ask even simple questions, they have no answers. They also claim that monthly meetings are mandatory, but those never happen—showing how inconsistent and disorganized they really are. Promotions are not based on merit but on favoritism and whether you’re connected with the head office. Management constantly changes their rules, and they absolutely do not prioritize clients’ needs. They also fail to account for things like group placement or  mileage, which directly impacts both staff and clients. Overall, the company is unreliable, inconsistent, and exploitative. They expect everything from you while giving nothing back. I tried to stay as long as I could. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Direct support professional 92 salaries reported	$20.95 per hour
Direct support professional ii 42 salaries reported	$18.00 per hour
Case manager 4 salaries reported	$25.55 per hour
Area manager 3 salaries reported	$74,947 per year
Placement specialist 7 salaries reported	$25.69 per hour

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