Direct Support Professional 1

Bridgewell • Lynn, MA

13d

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks a Direct Support Professional to support people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in a residential program. The role provides daily intervention, supervision, and skills training for activities of daily living in the home and community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodation. Depending on program needs, staff may receive specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care, and may need specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for 12 hours per week. The Direct Support Professional supports people in developing skills, making decisions, and fostering independence; provides assistance with medical, clinical, and financial needs; and maintains required records and certifications. The position may also involve transporting people, administering medications when applicable, household cleaning, and serving in a designated safety or human-rights role.

Bridgewell provides social and human services through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. The organization’s mission is to inspire hope and empower people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for clear and articulate documentation.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficient use of Microsoft products such as email, Word, and Excel, and agency web-based applications.
• Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States.
• Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people supported, including people often weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines, tub or shower entry and exit, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to lift or move people or items as required for activities of daily living.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned shifts.
• Create opportunities for people supported to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people supported with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people supported to medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady-care calls as required for awake overnight shifts.
• Help people supported access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications.
• Maintain additional certifications and training required by the program and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the program’s designated Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer.
• Comply with Bridgewell’s Safety Checks Policy.
• Attend and participate in program staff and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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