Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 382

Bridgewell • Topsfield, MA

12d • $22 - $22

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, both at home and in the community. People receiving services may need physical assistance or accommodation. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to obtain certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The position is scheduled for 22 hours per week: Sunday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Friday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Duties include supporting independence and decision-making, assisting with medical, clinical, and financial needs, transporting people to activities and appointments, maintaining required documentation, completing household tasks, and complying with applicable regulations and Bridgewell policies. Staff may administer medications under MAP regulations and serve in a program safety or human-rights role.

Bridgewell provides services through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. Its mission is to inspire hope and empower people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential. The organization describes its work environment as compassionate and collaborative and offers training and development opportunities.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States.
• Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van, including a 12-passenger van.
• Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people with movement, personal care, transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions; this can include assisting people weighing more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to perform lifting, balanced support, and other physical assistance required by people's daily living needs.
• 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 such as 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 shifts.
• Support people in making decisions, developing skills, and fostering independence.
• Deliver 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 on awake overnight shifts, as applicable.
• Help people access 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 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.
• Paid time off, including the employee's birthday.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED