Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 372

Bridgewell • Wakefield, MA

3d • $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 assists people who may need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living at home and in the community. People supported may require physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to hold certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The schedule is Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., for 30 hours per week. The employee supports people’s independence and decision-making, helps address medical, clinical, and financial needs, transports people to activities and appointments, maintains required documentation, and contributes to the safety and operation of the home. The position requires physical assistance, including helping people with mobility and personal care, and the ability to drive a 12-passenger van.

Bridgewell offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off including the employee’s birthday; a collaborative work environment; training and development opportunities; additional compensation for on-call rotations; and professional development and growth opportunities. Employment requires acceptable CORI results under Bridgewell policy.

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 with mobility, bathroom routines, tub or shower entry and exit, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to maneuver people of varying weights and provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention when needed; people supported may weigh more than 200 pounds.
• 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.
• 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 with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people 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, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines on applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, when applicable.
• Maintain mandatory training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications, and other required program training.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the program’s 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.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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