Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell • Salem, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks 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 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 addressing multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Depending on the program, staff may need specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., Monday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Friday 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m., totaling 40 hours per week. Bridgewell provides services through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training, and is committed to helping people live safe, self-directed, and productive lives.

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 preparing clear, articulate documentation.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficient use of 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 receiving services, including people weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines, bathing, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving required in supporting activities of daily living.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results under 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 areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required depending on 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.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF 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 for applicable 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 and credentials, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications.
• 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 a day off for the employee's birthday.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across more than 100 programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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