Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 214

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

19d • $22 - $22

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional provides support and assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities, based on 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 served may require physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive and must pass specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions addressing multiple disabilities, which may include behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required.

The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., for 12 hours per week. The position involves assisting with daily living, medical, clinical, and financial needs; supporting independence and community participation; maintaining documentation and certifications; and following regulatory requirements and Bridgewell policies. The work can involve physical assistance and intervention, including assisting people who may weigh more than 200 pounds, and driving a 12-passenger van.

Bridgewell provides services through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. It describes its mission as inspiring hope and empowering people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential. The organization emphasizes a collaborative work environment, staff training, development, and opportunities to make a positive impact. 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 clear and 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 served, including with movement, toileting, bathing, transfers to and from wheelchairs, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention as required; people served may weigh more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.
• Must complete and pass specialized training when required for enhanced supervision or interventions.

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, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required depending on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people served to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Deliver services according to applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people served with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people served 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 awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people served in accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications, and other required 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 off.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Training and development opportunities.
• 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