Per Diem Direct Support Professional 1 - Residential Services

Bridgewell • Peabody, MA

12d • $20 - $21

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks a per diem Direct Support Professional to support people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in residential programs. The role provides daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living, helping people manage within their home and community. Individuals served may require physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to obtain certifications or credentials and training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The position may involve day, evening, or overnight shifts, according to the assigned shift. The employee supports individuals’ independence and decision-making, assists with medical, clinical, and financial needs, provides transportation and access to community resources, and maintains required records and household upkeep. The employee follows applicable regulatory requirements and Bridgewell policies, maintains required training, and works with families, guardians, stakeholders, and program staff. The role may also include assigned safety or human-rights responsibilities.

The work has significant physical requirements, including assisting people with mobility and personal-care routines, lifting or moving as needed, climbing stairs, and operating a 12-passenger van. Reasonable accommodations may be considered in light of the needs of the people served and relevant safety factors. Acceptable CORI results are required under Bridgewell policy.

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 producing clear, articulate documentation.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with 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 with movement and personal-care activities, including individuals who may weigh more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to provide lifting, balanced support, and physical assistance or intervention as required, including in situations involving physical, behavioral, or medical needs.
• 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.
• Specialized certifications, credentials, or training such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required depending on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and assistance with activities of daily living during the assigned day, evening, or overnight shift.
• Support people in making decisions, developing skills, and fostering independence.
• Deliver services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people to medical, recreational, and other off-site activities as needed.
• Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines on awake overnight shifts.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, when applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required certifications and training, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications.
• 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, as assigned.
• Comply with Bridgewell’s Safety Checks Policy.
• Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED