Direct Support Professional - Adult Day Service

Beacon Light Adult Residential Services; Bradford (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Personal days

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

FSA

Retirement plan

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Beacon Light Adult Residential Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the Adult Day Service program in Bradford, PA. The role focuses on direct care, safety, and helping participants develop skills for greater independence within a structured setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing plans, and supporting community participation. Certification for medication administration is a plus. Competitive benefits and DailyPay option are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background in intellectual disabilities, psychology, education or related field preferred.
• Generous Paid Leave and comprehensive benefits provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to adults in the Adult Day Service program.
• Assist with activities of daily living and promote independence.
• Implement individualized treatment plans and document progress.
• Facilitate therapeutic and recreational activities in a structured environment.
• Assist with medication administration when certified and collaborate with the treatment team.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Background in intellectual disabilities, psychology, education or related field

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Adult Day Service

Direct Support Professional - Adult Day Service

• Bradford, PA, USA
• $17.10 per hour
• Full Time (40 Hours)
• Now offering DailyPay; A financial wellness platform that enables employees to access earned wages before payday.

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional provides direct care and support to adults participating in the Adult Day Service program, helping individuals with intellectual, developmental, behavioral, and mental health needs develop the skills necessary to achieve greater independence and actively participate in their communities. This role is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, assisting with activities of daily living, implementing individualized treatment plans, facilitating therapeutic and recreational activities, and maintaining a structured, supportive environment that promotes personal growth and positive outcomes.

The Direct Support Professional plays a key role in promoting independence, utilizing positive behavior supports, and providing compassionate, person-centered care while ensuring compliance with agency policies and individualized treatment plans. In addition to assisting with medication administration (when certified), documentation, behavioral interventions, and community-based activities, the Direct Support Professional works collaboratively with participants, families, and the interdisciplinary treatment team to enhance quality of life, encourage community inclusion, and help individuals achieve their personal goals.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Preference is given to college trained individual with background in intellectual disabilities, psychology, education or a related field.
• Generous Paid Leave - including Paid Time Off, holidays, and personal days
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Pet Insurance options
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
• Additional Perks - and more!

About Us

The phrase Beacon Light actually refers to two distinct companies:
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS).

Together they provide mental health services to adults, children and families in both community-based and residential settings. Individually, BLARS primarily provides residential programs for adults, while BLBHS provides community-based and residential programs for children, as well as community-based programs for adults.

Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS) are an affiliate of Journey Health System , headquartered in Bradford, PA.

Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS) are an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.