Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3)

Bridgewell • Danvers, MA

11d

About The Position

Bridgewell is a social and human services organization that supports people with disabilities and other life challenges. The Direct Support Professional provides assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities based on the needs of the assigned residential program. The role supports people who may need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living at home and in the community. Some people served may require physical assistance or accommodation. Staff receive specialized training and may need specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Monday 4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Tuesday 3:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., totaling 30.5 hours per week. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. A minimum of one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred.

The role requires a valid U.S. driver’s license, at least one year of driving experience in the United States, and the ability to drive a large or wheelchair van. Physical duties include climbing stairs and assisting people with movement and personal care, including people weighing more than 200 pounds. Bridgewell offers 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 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 with movement, personal care, 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

• A minimum of 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 skills training and assistance with 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 in accordance with applicable regulatory 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 applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Help people served access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required training certifications and credentials.
• 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 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.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• 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