Direct Support Professional

Beacon Specialized Living
  • Lawrence, MI
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description


    Join Beacon Specialized Living – Where Every Shift Makes a Difference 

    Are you looking for a meaningful career where your work truly matters? At Beacon Specialized Living, we support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and autism, helping them live independent and fulfilling lives in their communities.  

    Bring your compassion and reliability & we’ll provide the training and support to help you succeed. 

    Flexible schedules available including full-time, part-time, and on-call opportunities. 

    Why Choose Beacon?  

    Beacon Specialized Living is nationally recognized through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) for our commitment to professional direct support services and workforce development. 

    Through our LEAP Program (Leadership, Excellence, Advancement, and Promotion), employees have the opportunity to earn nationally recognized NADSP certification while advancing their careers and developing leadership skills. 

    At Beacon, this isn’t just a job — it’s a career with purpose and opportunity. 

    What You’ll Do as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) 

    As a DSP, you will support individuals in daily life while helping them achieve personal goals and maintain independence in a safe, supportive environment. 

    Daily Responsibilities 

    • Assist with daily living skills and personal care 

    • Support community engagement and recreational activities 

    • Prepare meals and maintain a clean, organized home environment 

    • Transport individuals to appointments and community activities 

    • Administer medications as directed (training provided) 

    • Maintain accurate documentation and advocate for individuals served 

    • Promote dignity, respect, and person-centered support. 

     

    What We Offer 

    \nCompany Description

    Beacon Specialized Living serves individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs. By supporting their self-directed goals with compassion and best practices, Beacon provides the highest level of support — not only meeting their needs, but helping people live their fullest lives.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLawrence, MI

    Skills

    • Autismunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Community Supportunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Medication Administrationunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Personal Careunmatched
    • Professional Servicesunmatched
    • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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