Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell • Beverly, MA

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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 supervision, intervention, skills training, and assistance with activities of daily living in the home and community. People receiving services may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff may receive specialized training and may be required to hold certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., for 16 hours per week. The position includes supporting people’s independence and decision-making; assisting with medical, clinical, and financial needs; transportation; documentation; household duties; and compliance with applicable regulations and Bridgewell policies. Staff maintain required training and certifications, build relationships with guardians and other stakeholders, participate in meetings, and may serve in a program safety or human-rights role.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. A minimum of one year working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. Candidates need strong communication, organization, problem-solving, computer, and driving skills, including a valid U.S. driver’s license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience. Physical duties include climbing stairs, assisting people with mobility and personal care, lifting or moving as needed, and driving a 12-passenger van. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in accordance with the needs of the people served and safety requirements.

Bridgewell offers health, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off including the employee’s birthday; training and development opportunities; a collaborative work environment; and additional compensation for on-call rotations. Employment is contingent on acceptable CORI results according to 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 with mobility, bathroom routines, transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions; people served may weigh more than 200 pounds.
• 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.
• Specialized certifications or training as required by the program, which may include PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living, and assist people served with daily supervision and intervention.
• Create opportunities for people served 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 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 as required for awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people served with accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required certifications and training, 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, 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.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• 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