Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3)

Bridgewell•Littleton, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewell is hiring 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 must complete specialized training and may need certifications or advanced training for behavioral support, autism, or healthcare needs. The schedule is Sunday 3:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., totaling 21 hours per week. Bridgewell offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off that includes the employee’s birthday; a collaborative work environment; training and development opportunities; additional compensation for on-call rotations; and opportunities for professional development and 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.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Computer literacy, including proficient use of Microsoft products 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 supported with movement, bathroom routines, transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions; this may involve assisting people weighing 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 is preferred.
Specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required depending on the program.

Responsibilities

Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned shifts.
Create opportunities for people supported to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
Assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
Transport and accompany people supported to medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
Maintain progress notes, shift checklists, assignments, and other required documentation.
Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
Conduct steady care calls on awake overnight shifts, as applicable.
Help people supported access community resources and recreational opportunities.
Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
Maintain mandatory and program-specific certifications and 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 and supervision meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.