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Do you know someone who is making a difference in the field of Direct Support? Then they should be nominated to win an award from DSPAT and DMRS More…

Winners Circle - Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Recognition Program

The Direct Support Professionals Recognition Program is a collaborative effort of the Direct Support Professionals Association of Tennessee (DSPAT) and the State of Tennessee, Division of Intelectual Disabilities Services (DIDS). The program is funded by DIDS.

Do you know someone who provides direct support to people with disabilities who demonstrates the values of the DSP Code of Ethics? Then they should be nominated to win an award! Monthly ($100), Quarterly ($500), and Annual Above and Beyond ($1000) awards are given.

Criteria for DSPAT Award Nominations

You have to be the best and demonstrate values in the Code of Ethics for DSPs!

Nominees may also:

  • Have excellent attendance record
  • Volunteer for overtime when needed
  • Take extra training to improve skills
  • Have exceptional relationship with the person(s) they support
  • Support the person(s) in special activities
  • Help build relationships with co-workers

Please note that our Nomination Criteria and Forms have been updated! There are now two forms - one for Monthly and Quarterly Awards and one for Above and Beyond Annual Awards. Click the links below to read or download the critera and form for each category. They are available in Word. The Word forms can be filled out on your computer, saved and emailed or printed.

  • Nomination Criteria and Form for Monthly and Quarterly Awards (Doc)
  • Nomination Criteria and Form for Above and Beyond Annual Awards (Doc)
  • You can submit your nominations one of three ways:
    1.Mail 151 Athens Way Suite 100 Nashville, TN 37228
    2.Fax 615-248-5879
    3.Email efoxx@dspat.org

    If you have any questions please call 615-248-5878 ext 11.