Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell•Salisbury, MA

About The Position

Bridgewell is seeking 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 accommodations. Staff receive specialized training to provide enhanced supervision or interventions for multiple disabilities, which may include behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Depending on program needs, specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, and healthcare may be required. 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 requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. The employee must be able to drive a large and/or wheelchair van and hold a valid U.S. driver's license with at least one year of U.S. driving experience. The work involves physical support for people served, including assistance with movement and personal care, and may require lifting, balanced support, or physical intervention. 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 professional development and growth opportunities. Employment requires acceptable CORI results according to 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 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 served with movement, personal care, and other daily activities, including lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention when needed.
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 in areas 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 assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
Support people served in making decisions, developing skills, and fostering independence.
Provide services in compliance 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 activities outside the program as needed.
Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
Complete household cleaning duties as assigned.
Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines for awake overnight shifts.
Help people served access community resources and recreational opportunities.
Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
Maintain mandatory and program-required training 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.