Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 220

Bridgewell • Peabody, MA

9d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in a residential program. The position 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 accommodation. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to hold specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday and Tuesday 3:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., for 36 hours per week. The role requires compliance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies, maintaining required documentation and training, and assisting with medical, clinical, financial, household, transportation, and community needs. Bridgewell describes its work environment as collaborative and offers health benefits, paid time off, additional on-call compensation, 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 clear, articulate documentation.
• Strong 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, including people weighing over 200 pounds, with movement, toileting, bathing, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions.
• 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 program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Help people 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 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 in accordance with MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required training certifications, 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.
• 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.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED