Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems

Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems The agency became incorporated in 1903 and the name changed to The Children’s Home of Bradford.

Formerly known as Children’s Home of Bradford, Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (an affiliate of Journey Health System) now provides quality care to thousands of children & adults. Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems was founded as the Beacon Light Mission in the late 1800’s to provide care to children abandoned or orphaned by the early oil and lumber industries. Our Services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability and age.

12/22/2025

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Our offices will be closed 12/24-12/25/25 in observance of Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, as well as 1/1/26 for New Year’s. 🎄🥳

During this time, if someone you know needs crisis assistance, help is available 24-hours-a-day in PA at 988 or by texting ‘PA’ to 741741, calling 9-1-1, or the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

For details & appointments, call 814-723-1832!
12/22/2025

For details & appointments, call 814-723-1832!

12/22/2025
(Pictured from the left: The Kiwanis Club of Bradford President Stacy Williams presents a check to Jennifer Gesing, Beac...
12/16/2025

(Pictured from the left: The Kiwanis Club of Bradford President Stacy Williams presents a check to Jennifer Gesing, Beacon Light Behavioral Health System’s Executive Director.)
For the 89th consecutive year the Kiwanis Club of Bradford held their Christmas party for the children of Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS), an affiliate of Journey Health System (JHS). This year’s luncheon was held at Beacon Light’s main campus where Kiwanis Club members, children from BLBHS, and staff attended to sing carols, watch kids open presents from the Kiwanis.
“We’re truly grateful to the Kiwanis Club for being a steadfast partner in our mission,” stated Jennifer Gesing, BLBHS Executive Director.
The Kiwanis Club contributes money every year to buy gifts for the clients of Beacon Light’s programs. Kiwanis President Stacy Williams and over a dozen Kiwanis members attended the holiday giving event and presented a donation check.
After the gifts were unwrapped, the kids received refreshments and they will enjoy a variety special activities throughout the holiday season thanks to the Kiwanis’ generosity. THANK YOU! 🥰

Congratulations to Dialo Jones for being named Beacon Light Behavioral Health System's November Employee of the Month!😍T...
12/12/2025

Congratulations to Dialo Jones for being named Beacon Light Behavioral Health System's November Employee of the Month!😍
The nomination form for Overall Performance read: “I am pleased to nominate Dialo for Employee of the Month. Dialo consistently goes above and beyond in every aspect of his role and sets an exceptional example for the entire team. His dedication is evident in the extra hours he willingly puts in to ensure that tasks are completed accurately and on time. Whether the team is facing tight deadlines or unexpected challenges, Dialo is always the first to step up and offer his support. In addition to his outstanding work ethic, Dialo is a natural mentor. He takes the time to guide new and existing staff, offering patience, clarity, and encouragement. His ability to lead by example has significantly improved team morale and performance, helping others feel more confident and capable in their roles. Overall, Dialo's job performance is nothing short of exemplary. He consistently delivers high-quality work, contributes positively to the work environment, and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the success of the team. His reliability, professionalism, and initiative make him truly deserving of this recognition. For these reasons and more, I strongly recommend Dialo for Employee of the Month.” Thanks again & good job!

Beacon Light Adult Residential Services is happy to announce that Ernest South is November's Employee of the Month! 🤩The...
12/12/2025

Beacon Light Adult Residential Services is happy to announce that Ernest South is November's Employee of the Month! 🤩
The nomination form for Special Circumstances read: “Ernie responded quickly to an assistance call, during a physical restraint with a client who was aggressively kicking another staff member. During a hold Ernie jumped in to block the kicks to the staff's head without hesitation, so that other staff could get control of the situation! If he would not have done this, the staff member could have been seriously hurt.” Thank you & congrats, Ernest!

From our team at Beacon Light Student Assistance Program and Prevention. For more info. call 814-584-1140 (x1192) or see...
12/12/2025

From our team at Beacon Light Student Assistance Program and Prevention. For more info. call 814-584-1140 (x1192) or seehttps://www.beacon-light.org/content/documents/SAPbrochure2024.pdf . 🫶

Address

47 Beacon Light Way
Bradford, PA
16701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18003451780

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Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems was founded as the Beacon Light Mission in the late 1800’s to provide care to children abandoned or orphaned by the early oil and lumber industries. The agency became incorporated in 1903 and the name changed to The Children’s Home of Bradford.

As the needs of our society have changed, the agency has evolved into a private, not-for-profit, social service agency providing quality, professional, education and behavioral health services to young people and adults. Today, Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems is doing business with names for three separate companies that make up Beacon Light. Those companies are the Children’s Home of Bradford, which holds the management company of the agency, The Children’s Center for Treatment and Education, which all treatment programs fall under, and Ramsbottom Center, Inc. which is the adult Developmentally Disabled Division of the organization. Overall, Beacon Light Behavioral Health System's continuum of care includes Emergency Shelter Placement, Forensic Mental Health Services, Residential Treatment (RTF), Education programs, Community Based programs, Outpatient Services, and long-term residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Beacon Light is proud to be a Joint Commission Accredited mental health organization that believes in the following mission: "To advocate passionately for the individuals and families we serve."

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