Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 316

Bridgewell • Salem, MA

11d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell is a social and human services organization that supports people with disabilities and other life challenges through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. The Direct Support Professional provides assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities according to the needs of the assigned residential program. Support includes daily intervention, supervision, skills training in activities of daily living, and assistance at home and in the community. People served may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to obtain certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

This position is scheduled for 14 hours per week: Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Staff must maintain required training and certifications, meet applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies, and may be assigned program safety or human-rights roles. The position requires acceptable CORI results. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, subject to the needs of the people served and safety considerations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least 5 years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for clear, articulate documentation.
• Strong 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 served, including people who may weigh more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines, tub or shower entry and exit, and transfers into and out of wheelchairs; physical, behavioral, or medical interventions may also be required.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and assistance with activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people served 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 with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people served to medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain progress notes, shift checklists, assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls as required for awake overnight shifts.
• Help people served 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 requirements.
• 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 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 across more than 100 programs.
• 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