Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 321

Bridgewell • Saugus, MA

11d • $22 - $22

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional provides support and assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities according to the needs of the assigned residential program. The role supports people who need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living at home and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive and must pass specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions, which may address multiple disabilities, behavioral support, or enhanced medical care. Depending on the program, staff may need specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The stated schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., Friday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., for 28 hours per week. Staff provide daily-living support, assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs, help people access community resources and activities, and complete required documentation and household duties. The role also involves transportation, medication administration when applicable, maintaining required training, and collaborating 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 minimum of one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. The role requires a valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience, including the ability to drive a large or wheelchair van. The physical demands include stair climbing, assisting people with mobility and personal care, and lifting or moving as needed. Acceptable CORI results are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to produce clear, articulate required 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 and a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• At least one year of driving experience in the United States.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people with movement and personal care, including toileting, tub or shower entry and exit, and transfers into and out of wheelchairs; assistance may involve people weighing more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention in some scenarios, and to perform additional lifting or moving as required.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.
• Pass specialized training required for enhanced supervision or interventions, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred.
• Specialized certifications, credentials, or training such as PABC or ABA techniques, or advanced training in autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, as applicable to the program.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and assistance with activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people receiving services to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Deliver services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people receiving services 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 for applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory certifications and training, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP requirements, as well as other program-mandated training.
• 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.
• Paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.

What This Job Offers

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