Direct Support Professional - Muskego, WI

Beacon Specialized Living•Muskego, WI

About The Position

Beacon Specialized Living is hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide hands-on, person-centered support to individuals with autism and complex behavioral, developmental, and medical needs. The role involves maintaining high engagement, awareness, and consistency throughout each shift while helping residents live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. This home supports two young women who are nonverbal and require consistent, hands-on assistance. Staff must be comfortable using nonverbal communication supports, including iPads and visual aids, following structured routines, and responding calmly to behaviors such as hitting, pinching, or self-injury. Patience, consistency, and emotional regulation are important in this environment. Beacon provides paid training, including CPR, de-escalation, and medication administration, as well as ongoing professional development and advancement opportunities through its LEAP Program.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license.
Active car insurance in the applicant’s name.
GED or high school diploma.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or behavior-based experience.
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or complex needs.
Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented.
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
Comfort supporting individuals with autism and high behavioral needs, including nonverbal communication and behaviors such as hitting, pinching, or self-injury.

Responsibilities

Engage residents in activities such as music, movement, and interactive play.
Provide full support with personal care, hygiene, and dressing.
Assist with feeding and specialized dietary needs.
Follow structured routines and visual schedules.
Support behavioral plans using calm, consistent approaches.
Provide transportation and community support.
Administer medications after training.
Complete accurate documentation each shift.
Maintain a safe, clean, and structured home environment.
Provide ongoing interaction, engagement, and redirection throughout the shift.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, eligible the first of the month after 60 days.
88 hours of paid time off per year, eligible after 90 days of employment.
Free 24/7 telehealth for employees and families through First Stop Health.
401(k) with employer match.
Company-paid life insurance.
Paid training, including CPR, de-escalation, and medication administration.
Employee discounts through Perkspot and cell phone savings programs.
Access to a calm mental wellness app.
Ongoing professional development and advancement through the LEAP Program.
Opportunity to earn nationally recognized NADSP certification through the LEAP Program.