Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 339

Bridgewell • Lynn, MA

12d • $22 - $22 • Onsite

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 at home and in the community. People supported may need 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.

The listed schedule is Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (6 hours per week). The Direct Support Professional follows applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies, supports people’s medical, clinical, financial, and daily living needs, and helps them build skills, make decisions, and foster independence. The position also involves documentation, household duties, transportation, medication administration when applicable, required training, and collaboration with families, guardians, and program stakeholders.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. A valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience are required, as is the ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van. The role has physical demands that include assisting people with mobility and personal care, lifting or moving, and physical intervention in some situations. Acceptable CORI results are required.

Bridgewell describes its work as empowering people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential. It 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 opportunities for professional growth.

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.
• 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 movement and personal care, including toileting, bathing, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to assist people who may weigh more than 200 pounds and to perform additional lifting or moving as needed.
• 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, including 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 shifts.
• Help people 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 progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls when applicable to 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 Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer, as assigned.
• 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.
• 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