Day Program Professional - Day Program

About the role

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Beacon, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges. Your role will be instrumental in helping residents live independently, achieve personal goals, and improve their quality of life. No experience is required — we'll train you.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and guide individuals throughout the day to meet their goals, following person-centered and behavior plans
• Create a trust-filled space where individuals feel safe, supported, and respected, ensuring their rights are upheld
• Cook meals based on dietary specifications and assist with laundry and cleaning to maintain a safe and organized home environment
• Transport individuals to appointments, advocate on their behalf, and assist with documentation
• Administer medications as prescribed and ensure the correct dosage is provided
• Remain awake and accessible in homes requiring round-the-clock care
• Support individuals with personal care, life skills, and social activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license
• Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals who have mental illness and co-occurring disorders
• Passion for helping others and commitment to making a positive difference
• Team player who works closely with compassionate professionals
• Reliable and dependable — others can count on you to come to work on time, complete tasks efficiently, and provide consistent care
• Willingness to learn — we provide on-the-job training and value candidates eager to grow
• Physical and emotional resilience — role requires physical activity and the ability to work in environments with occasional challenging behaviors

Preferred qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in healthcare, social services, or a related field (not required)
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to physical aggression and infectious disease

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision (starting 1st of the month after 60 days)
• First Stop Health Telehealth – FREE for employee & Family 24/7 care via the app (Virtual Urgent Care, Primary Care and Mental Health Care)
• Life Insurance and 401k (with employer match)
• Paid Training — including CPR, De-Escalation Training, and Medication Administration Certification
• DailyPay — Make any day PayDay!
• Advancement Opportunities with our LEAP Program (Leadership, Excellence, Advancement, and Promotion) — a structured development program designed to prepare you for leadership roles and increased compensation; you can progress through the Leveling System within your first 90 days based on developing skills, demonstrating leadership potential, and advancing in your role
• Be a Part of a Growth-Focused Organization that values your contributions and supports your career development every step of the way

Pay & schedule

• Competitive pay
• 24/7 availability — remain awake and accessible in homes requiring round-the-clock care