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Bridgewell

Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3)

Bridgewell, Danvers, Massachusetts, us, 01923

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Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3) at

Bridgewell . Bridgewell strengthens communities by providing a range of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed, and productive lives. Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. Bridgewell is committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities. We are an industry leader in developing innovative offerings responding to unmet or emerging needs. Our employees take pride in making every day count to its fullest and bring energy, ideas, and a passion for service. Mission: Bridgewell inspires hope and empowers people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential. DEIB Statement: Bridgewell reflects the diversity of our employees and the people we serve by cultivating an equitable, inclusive environment. Summary

The

Direct Support Professional 3

will support and assist in Level 3 residential programs. Staff will help individuals who need daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living while managing within a home environment and in the community. Individuals may require moderate physical assistance or accommodation. Staff will receive and must pass specialized training to provide enhanced supervision or interventions designed to address multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care. Schedule

Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm — 12 hours per week Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide support and assist individuals with skills training in all activities of daily living. Create opportunities and provide support to individuals to make decisions to develop their skills and foster independence. Provide services to individuals according to DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF, and all applicable regulatory standards, as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures. Provide support and assist individuals with all medical, clinical, and financial needs. Transport and accompany individuals as needed to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program. Maintain required documentation according to applicable standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures. Assist individuals with accessing resources and recreational opportunities in the community. Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable. Maintain core training certifications including FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP; maintain additional mandated certifications and training as required by the program. Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders. Other duties as assigned. Required Education/Experience

Must have a high school diploma or GED; Associate's Degree or DSP Certification preferred. A minimum of 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred. Required Skills/Knowledge

Excellent written and oral communication skills for clear documentation. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Valid driver\'s license and minimum of one year of driving experience. Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft products and agency web-based applications. Physical Demands

Frequent climbing of stairs. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Must be able to drive a vehicle and meet driving record requirements. Normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses. Normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment. Bridgewell Offers

Excellent health benefits (medical, dental, vision). Benefits package is highly competitive. Generous paid time off, including your birthday off. A collaborative work environment that values new insight and contributions. Over 100 programs in the North Shore, Lowell, and Merrimack Valley with opportunities for training and development. Additional compensation for on-call rotations. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Why Should You Apply

If the top benefits alone don\'t sway you, our compassionate and collaborative work environment should. Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides opportunities for a positive impact on the work you do. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Requires acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy. Bridgewell is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Salary: $21.22 - $21.82 per hour

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