Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 376

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

13d • $22 - $22 • Onsite

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 intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living, while supporting people to manage within their home and community. People receiving services may need physical assistance or accommodations. Specialized training may be required to provide enhanced supervision or interventions for multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Depending on program needs, staff may need specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, and healthcare.

The position is scheduled Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 39 hours per week. The Direct Support Professional provides assistance with daily living, medical, clinical, and financial needs; supports decision-making and independence; documents services; and helps people access community resources and activities. The role also includes household duties, transportation, medication administration as applicable, maintaining required training and certifications, and compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.

Bridgewell provides 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. 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-accessible 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 receiving services, including individuals who may weigh more than 200 pounds, with movement, toileting, bathing, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving required in daily living activities.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Maintain required mandatory certifications and program training.
• Obtain 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, credentials, or training in 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 day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people receiving services to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF 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 on applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people in accessing 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 training, 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.
• 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.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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