Bridgewell · 1 month ago
Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)
Lynnfield, MA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
5+ years expBridgewell strengthens communities by providing an unmatched range of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed, and productive lives. The Direct Support Professional will provide support and assistance to people with developmental, physical and psychiatric disabilities, ensuring their needs are met in both residential and community settings.
Health CareOutpatient CarePersonal DevelopmentPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Provide support and assist people in our services with skills training in all activities of daily living during the day, evening and/or overnight hours (depending on the shift the employee is assigned)
Create opportunities and provide support to people in our services to make decisions to develop their skills and foster independence
Provide services to people in our services according to DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF and all applicable regulatory standards, as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures
Provide support and assist people in our services with all medical, clinical and financial needs
Transport and accompany people in our services as needed to and from medical, recreational and other activities outside the program
Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments and other required documentation according to DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF and all applicable regulatory standards as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures
Complete household cleaning duties as assigned
Conduct all steady care calls as per guidelines (applies to all awake overnight shifts)
Assist people in our services with accessing resources and recreational opportunities in the community
Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable
Maintain all mandatory training certifications such as FA/CPR, PABC and MAP (not all all-inclusive list)
Maintain additional mandated certifications and trainings as required by the program and Bridgewell policies and procedures
Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members and other stakeholders
Serve as the program's specific Fire Safety Officer or Safety Coordinator or Human Rights Officer
Comply with Bridgewell Safety Checks Policy
Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED or at least 5+ years of verified experience in the same position is required
A minimum of 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills so that writing of required documents is clear and articulate
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Computer literacy to include ability to use proficiently Microsoft products (Email, Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based applications used by the agency
Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van as well as hold a valid US driver's license with a minimum of one year of driving experience in the United States
Ability to climb stairs, physically assist people served, often weighing more than 200 pounds, with movement, bathroom routines including toileting, assisting with entry and exit of a tub or shower, getting into and out of wheelchairs or dealing with assists that include physical, behavioral and medical interventions
Additional lifting or moving may be required as part of activities in the daily living of people in our services
Ability to drive a 12-passenger van
Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities preferred
Benefits
Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision.
Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off! )
A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell, and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and development.
Additional compensation for on-call rotations
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Company
Bridgewell
Bridgewell is a health care and wellness center.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Tuttle
President & CEO
Kenneth Halkin
Chief Financial Officer
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