Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

Bridgewell • Lynn, MA

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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, while helping people manage in their home and community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and may be required to hold certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, depending on program needs.

The schedule is Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., totaling 12 hours per week. The position involves supporting personal care and daily living, medical, clinical, and financial needs; documenting services; transporting people to activities and appointments; and maintaining household safety and cleanliness. Staff must maintain required training and certifications and comply with applicable regulations and Bridgewell policies.

The work can involve climbing stairs, assisting people who may weigh more than 200 pounds, helping with toileting and bathing, supporting transfers to and from wheelchairs, and providing physical, behavioral, or medical interventions. The role also requires the ability to drive a 12-passenger van. Bridgewell states that reasonable accommodations may be available, subject to the needs of the people served and safety considerations. Acceptable CORI results are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 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 and personal care, including people weighing more than 200 pounds; provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention when needed.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide skills training and assistance with activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people supported to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Deliver services in accordance with 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 as required for applicable awake overnight shifts.
• 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, and complete additional 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.
• Comply with Bridgewell's Safety Checks Policy.
• Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee's birthday off.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across more than one hundred 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