Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell•Beverly, MA

12d

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 assistance, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living, both at home and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations, and some programs require enhanced supervision or interventions for multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Staff may need specialized certifications or training, such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism support, behavioral support, or healthcare training. The scheduled hours are Sunday 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Monday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., totaling 22 hours per week. The role includes providing personal and practical support, helping people build independence, meeting regulatory and agency standards, and maintaining required documentation and training. Employees may also be assigned program safety or human-rights responsibilities and other duties as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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.
Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people with movement and daily care, including people weighing more than 200 pounds; assistance may include toileting, tub or shower entry and exit, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
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.
Specialized certifications or training such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism support, behavioral support, or healthcare training 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.
Help people make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
Assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
Transport or accompany people to medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program.
Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
Conduct steady care calls when working an awake overnight shift.
Help people 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 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.
Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
Training and development opportunities across more than one hundred programs.
Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
Professional development and growth opportunities.

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