Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 367

Bridgewell • Amesbury, MA

10d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities according to the needs of the assigned residential program. The role provides daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living while supporting people in a home environment and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive and must pass specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions, which may address multiple disabilities, behavioral support, or enhanced medical care. Depending on the program, staff may need specialized certifications or credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, and healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., for 20 hours per week. The position involves assisting with daily living, medical, clinical, and financial needs; supporting individual choice, skills, and independence; transporting and accompanying people to activities; and maintaining required records and certifications. Staff must meet regulatory and Bridgewell standards and may be designated as a program Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. A minimum of one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. The work involves physical assistance, including lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention in some situations. A valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States are required, along with the ability to drive a large or wheelchair van.

Bridgewell offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off that includes the employee's birthday; a collaborative work environment; training and development opportunities; additional compensation for on-call rotations; and opportunities for professional development and growth. Acceptable CORI results are required.

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 and articulate required 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 receiving services, including people weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines, tub or shower access, and transfers into and out of wheelchairs; ability to participate in physical, behavioral, and medical interventions as needed.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving required in activities of daily living.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.
• Ability to pass specialized training required for enhanced supervision or interventions and maintain applicable mandatory certifications and training.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities.
• Specialized certifications or credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, as applicable to the program.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and assistance with activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people receiving services to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Deliver services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF standards, as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people receiving services with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people receiving services 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 according to guidelines when assigned to an awake overnight shift.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-specific certifications and training, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP credentials.
• 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.
• 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

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