Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 357

Bridgewell • Peabody, MA

10d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell is hiring a Direct Support Professional to assist people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in a residential program. The role supports individuals who may need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training with activities of daily living at home and in the community. Individuals may require physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to hold certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The schedule is 12 hours per week: Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and Saturday, 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. The role includes helping people develop independence and make decisions; supporting their medical, clinical, and financial needs; providing transportation and access to community resources; maintaining documentation and household cleanliness; and following applicable regulations and Bridgewell procedures. Staff must maintain required training and certifications, build positive relationships with stakeholders, attend meetings, and may serve in designated safety or human-rights roles.

Bridgewell provides social and human services through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. Its 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, 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, including individuals weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, toileting, bathing, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving required to support 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

• Support people with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned shifts.
• Create opportunities for people to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people 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 during awake overnight shifts, as applicable.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the program's Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer, as assigned.
• 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 health 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

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