Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3)

Bridgewell • Lynn, MA

7d

About The Position

Bridgewell is seeking 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. Depending on program needs, staff may receive specialized training and certifications to provide enhanced supervision or interventions, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care.

The schedule is Saturday 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. and Sunday 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., for a total of 20 hours. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. One year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. Employees must meet the role’s communication, organizational, computer, and driving requirements and be able to perform the described physical duties.

Bridgewell provides medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off that includes the employee’s birthday; a collaborative work environment; training and development opportunities; additional compensation for on-call rotations; and opportunities for professional development and growth. Employment is contingent on acceptable CORI results under Bridgewell policy. Bridgewell is an equal-opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as applicable.

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 and personal care, including toileting, bathing, and transfers into and out of wheelchairs; duties may involve people weighing more than 200 pounds 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.
• Specialized certifications or training, such as PABC or ABA techniques, or advanced training in autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, as required by program needs.

Responsibilities

• Support people in services with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with 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 when assigned to an awake overnight shift.
• Assist people 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, and complete additional mandated training.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the program’s 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.
• 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