10/08/2026
Congratulations to our first Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Apprentices!
The staff is proud to celebrate a milestone at Bellefontaine Habilitation Center (BHC): Esther Alade, Harriet McCollum, and Bernadine Townsend are the first DSPs at BHC to complete the Missouri Talent Pathways (MO-TAP) Certified DSP Registered Apprenticeship. As the first graduates at the facility, they have set the standard for those who will follow.
Through on-the-job training, related coursework, and mentorship, Esther, Harriet, and Bernadine built the skills to support the individuals in our care with dignity and respect. Their patience, compassion, and dedication show in every interaction.
Thank you to the mentors, supervisors, and teams who guided them. Your investment made this achievement possible.
Congratulations, Esther, Harriet, and Bernadine, and thank you for leading the way.