Direct Support Professional - Gilbertsville, PA (FT 1st Shift Only)

Beacon Specialized Living • Gilbertsville, PA

8d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Beacon Specialized Living Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges. The role helps residents live independently, achieve personal goals, and improve their quality of life through person-centered support and care. No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided.

The position includes supporting residents with personal care, life skills, and social activities; following person-centered and behavior plans; helping maintain a safe and organized home; preparing meals according to dietary specifications; assisting with laundry and cleaning; transporting individuals to appointments; advocating for them; completing documentation; and administering prescribed medications. In homes requiring round-the-clock care, staff must remain awake and accessible.

Beacon offers paid training, including CPR, de-escalation, and medication administration certification, and career development through its LEAP program. The position is listed as full-time, first shift, in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals who have mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training.
• Physical and emotional resilience, including the ability to work in environments with occasional challenging behaviors.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Encourage and guide individuals throughout the day to help them meet their goals, following person-centered and behavior plans.
• Create a safe, supportive, and respectful environment and uphold individuals’ rights.
• Prepare meals according to dietary specifications and assist with laundry and cleaning.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first of the month after 60 days.
• Free First Stop Health telehealth for employees and their families, including virtual urgent care, primary care, and mental health care.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid training, including CPR, de-escalation training, and medication administration certification.
• DailyPay.
• Advancement opportunities through the LEAP program, including a structured development program for leadership roles and increased compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED