Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) - Department 216

Bridgewell • Littleton, MA

15d • $22 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewell’s Direct Support Professional provides support and assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities, according to the needs of the assigned residential program. The role supports people who need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living, both in the home and in the community. Some people may need physical assistance or accommodations. Staff receive specialized training and must pass it when providing enhanced supervision or interventions for multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Depending on the program, staff may need specialized certifications, credentials, or training such as PABC or ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare.

The schedule is Sunday 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday and Tuesday 3:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., for 25 hours per week. The role requires an acceptable CORI result under Bridgewell policy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, 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 to produce clear, articulate required documentation.
• Strong 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 receiving services, including people weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines, toileting, tub or shower entry and exit, and getting into or out of wheelchairs; the role may also involve physical, behavioral, and medical interventions.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving as needed for activities of daily living.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Must 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.

Responsibilities

• Support people receiving services with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned day, evening, or overnight hours.
• Create opportunities for people receiving services to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, and CARF standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist people receiving services 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, assignments, and other required documentation in accordance with applicable standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines on awake overnight shifts.
• Help people access 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, as well as other program- or agency-required certifications and 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 more than one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell, and Merrimack Valley.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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