Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell • Groveland, MA

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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 supervision, intervention, and skills training in activities of daily living at home and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations, and staff may receive specialized training for enhanced supervision, behavioral support, or medical care. Specialized certifications or training may be required depending on program needs.

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., totaling 20 hours per week. The position requires maintaining required training and certifications, complying with applicable regulations and Bridgewell policies, and supporting people’s independence, health, safety, and community participation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong 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 with movement, toileting and other bathroom routines, tub or shower entry and exit, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to maneuver and provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention for people of varying weights, including people weighing more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving required for activities of daily living.
• 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 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 hours.
• Create opportunities for people supported to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Deliver services in accordance 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, assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines for applicable awake overnight shifts.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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