Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell • Peabody, MA

10d • 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, both at home and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations. Depending on program needs, staff may receive specialized training and provide enhanced supervision or interventions related to behavioral support, medical care, autism, or other areas. Specialized certifications or credentials may be required.

The schedule is Monday and Saturday, 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., for 12 hours per week. The position requires compliance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies, maintaining required documentation and training, and supporting people’s medical, clinical, financial, recreational, and daily-living needs. Employees may also be assigned program safety or human-rights roles.

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, 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 with movement, bathroom routines, tub or shower access, and transfers into and out of wheelchairs.
• Ability to provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention when needed, including assisting people who 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 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

• Support people with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF, other applicable regulatory 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 when assigned to an awake overnight shift.
• Help people access community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory training certifications, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP certifications, as well as other program-required training.
• 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.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across Bridgewell programs.
• 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