Direct Support Professional 1 (DSP 1)

Bridgewell•Lynn, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewell seeks a Direct Support Professional to support people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities according to the needs of the assigned 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 must complete and 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, credentials, or training such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Bridgewell offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off, including the employee’s birthday; a collaborative work environment; training and development opportunities; additional compensation for on-call rotations; and opportunities for professional growth. Employment requires acceptable CORI results under Bridgewell policy. Reasonable accommodation may be available, subject to the needs of the 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 producing clear and 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 served with movement, bathroom routines, transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions, including assisting people who may weigh more than 200 pounds.
Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
Obtain 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.
Specialized certifications, credentials, or training such as PABC or ABA techniques, or advanced training in autism, behavioral support, or healthcare, may be required depending on the program.

Responsibilities

Support people served with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned shifts.
Create opportunities for people served to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
Deliver services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell 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 as required for awake overnight shifts.
Help people served access community resources and recreational opportunities.
Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations, as applicable.
Maintain mandatory certifications and complete additional certifications and training required by the program and Bridgewell.
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.