Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2 - Department 385

Bridgewell • Swampscott, MA

13d • $22 - $22 • 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, at home and in the community. People supported may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions, which may address behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Specialized certifications, credentials, or training may be required, including PABC or ABA techniques and training in autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

This position is scheduled Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., for 30 hours per week, on an awake overnight shift. The employee supports people in making decisions, developing skills, and fostering independence; assists with medical, clinical, and financial needs; and helps people access community resources and recreational opportunities. Duties also include transportation, documentation, household cleaning, medication administration when applicable, safety responsibilities, and maintaining required training and certifications. Services must comply with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. A minimum of one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. Candidates must have a valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience, and be able to drive a large or wheelchair van. The job has significant physical requirements, including assisting people with mobility and personal care, lifting and moving, climbing stairs, and driving a 12-passenger van. An acceptable CORI result is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made, subject to the needs of people served and safety considerations.

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.
• 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 served with mobility, personal care, and other daily living needs, including lifting, balanced support, and physical interventions where required.
• Ability to maneuver and assist people of varying weights, including people weighing more than 200 pounds.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.
• Maintain mandatory and program-required certifications and training.

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 shifts.
• Help people make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide 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 progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines for awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people with accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to 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.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• 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