Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 214

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

16d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell’s Direct Support Professional provides support and 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. People supported may require physical assistance or accommodation. Staff receive specialized training and must pass it to provide enhanced supervision or interventions for multiple disabilities, which may include behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may also be required.

This position is scheduled Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., for 28 hours per week. The employee supports people in building skills and independence, attends to medical, clinical, and financial needs, completes documentation and household tasks, and helps people access transportation, community resources, and recreational opportunities. The role also includes maintaining required training and certifications, building positive relationships with families and stakeholders, and participating in meetings and assigned safety or human-rights responsibilities.

Residential work has varied physical demands, including assisting people with mobility, personal care, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions. The employee must be able to climb stairs, assist people who may weigh more than 200 pounds, and drive a 12-passenger van. Reasonable accommodation may be considered, subject to the needs of people served and safety factors. 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 to produce clear, articulate required 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 served with mobility and personal-care tasks, including assisting individuals who may weigh more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to provide lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention in some situations.
• 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 support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people served to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services according to applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people served 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 on applicable awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people served with accessing 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.
• Maintain additional certifications and training required by the program and Bridgewell policies.
• 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.
• Paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• 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.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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