Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 365

Bridgewell • Wakefield, MA

14d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks 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 while supporting people in their home and community. People served may need physical assistance or accommodation. Staff receive and must pass specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions addressing multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Depending on the program, staff may need specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. and Monday 4:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., totaling 19 hours per week. The position 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 role also requires a valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States, and the ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van. Acceptable CORI results are required according to Bridgewell policy.

The physical demands include climbing stairs; assisting people, often weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement and personal care; lifting or moving people as needed; and providing balanced support or physical intervention in some situations. The employee must be able to drive a 12-passenger van. Reasonable accommodation may be made, subject to the needs of the people served and program safety considerations.

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, 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 served with movement, personal care, transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions, including assisting people who often weigh more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.
• Ability to complete and pass specialized training when required for enhanced supervision or interventions.

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 the program.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and 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.
• Support 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 on applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people served in accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications.
• Maintain additional certifications and training required by the program and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• 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 meetings and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee's birthday off.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across Bridgewell's programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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