Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 343

Bridgewell • Merrimac, MA

12d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell is hiring 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 in activities of daily living, both in the home and 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, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., for 32 hours per week. The position includes supporting individuals’ independence and decision-making, assisting with medical, clinical, and financial needs, transporting people to activities, maintaining documentation, and meeting applicable regulatory and agency requirements. Staff may also administer medications when applicable, maintain required certifications, complete household duties, and take on designated program safety or human-rights roles.

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. Candidates must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience, and be able to drive a large and/or wheelchair van. The work has physical demands that include climbing stairs, assisting people with mobility and personal care, and lifting or moving individuals as needed. 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 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.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States.
• Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van, including a 12-passenger van.
• Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people served with movement, toileting, bathing, transfers into or out of wheelchairs, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to maneuver people of varying weights and provide 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.
• Specialized certifications or training such as PABC or ABA techniques, or advanced training in autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, as required by program needs.

Responsibilities

• Support people served with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people served to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people served with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people served 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 for applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Help people served access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory 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 meetings 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.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• 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