Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2) - Department 211

Bridgewell • Danvers, MA

10d • $22 - $22

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities according to 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 served may require physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive and must pass specialized training for enhanced supervision or interventions, which may address multiple disabilities, behavioral support, or enhanced medical care. Depending on program needs, staff may also need specialized certifications or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, and healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Friday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (20 hours per week). 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. A valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of U.S. driving experience are required, along with the ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van.

Residential duties can involve substantial physical assistance, lifting, and intervention. The employee must be able to climb stairs and assist people served with movement, toileting, bathing, and transfers into or out of wheelchairs, among other daily living needs. The position requires the ability to drive a 12-passenger van. Reasonable accommodations may be considered, subject to the needs of people served and safety factors. Acceptable CORI results are required under Bridgewell policy.

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 proficient use of Microsoft email, Word, 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 often weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, toileting, bathing, 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training in activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people served to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF, and Bridgewell standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assist people served with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people served 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 in accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory certifications and trainings, including applicable FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP training, as well as other program- or agency-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 and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee's birthday.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across the organization's programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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