Bridgewell
Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2
Bridgewell, Groveland, Massachusetts, us, 01834
Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2
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Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2
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About Bridgewell Bridgewell
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. Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. We’re committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities. Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings responding to unmet or emerging needs.
Our employees take pride in making everyday count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of the people we support, and they bring energy, ideas, and a passion for service. If this describes you, then consider joining our incredible team!
Mission Bridgewell inspires hope and empowers people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential.
Job Summary The Direct Support Professional will provide support and assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities as needed based on the needs of the residential program assigned. The role involves daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living while managing within a home environment and in the community. Staff will receive specialized training to provide enhanced supervision or interventions designed to address multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care.
Schedule Wednesday - Saturday, AWAKE 11:00 pm–9:00 am (40 hours)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide support and assist people with skills training in all activities of daily living during the day, evening, and/or overnight hours.
Create opportunities and provide support to facilitate decisions that develop skills and foster independence.
Provide services in accordance with DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF, and all applicable regulatory standards, as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures.
Support medical, clinical, and financial needs.
Transport and accompany people to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program.
Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
Complete household cleaning duties as assigned.
Conduct all steady care calls per guidelines (applies to all awake overnight shifts).
Assist accessing resources and recreational opportunities in the community.
Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations, as applicable.
Maintain mandatory training certifications such as FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP.
Maintain additional mandated certifications and training as required by the program and Bridgewell policies.
Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
Serve as the program’s Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer.
Comply with Bridgewell Safety Checks Policy.
Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
High school diploma or GED, or at least 5+ years of verified experience in the same position.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with people who have developmental or psychiatric disabilities (preferred).
Required Skills and Knowledge
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft products (Email, Word, Excel, etc.) and web‑based applications.
Valid U.S. driver's license with at least one year of driving experience in the United States; ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van.
Physical Demands The physical demands of this role involve maneuvering people of varying weights and providing lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention in a few scenarios. Essential requirements include climbing stairs, physically assisting people, and other tasks such as aiding bathroom routines, and additional lifting or moving as part of daily activities.
Bridgewell Offers
Excellent health benefits – medical, dental, vision.
Generous paid time off, including birthday leave.
A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
Excellent opportunities for training and development across over one hundred programs.
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 does! Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides opportunities to have a positive impact on the work you do.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be 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.
The pay range listed for this position is the hourly rate range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Salary: $20.68 – $21.28 per hour
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Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2
role at
Bridgewell .
About Bridgewell Bridgewell
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. Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training. We’re committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities. Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings responding to unmet or emerging needs.
Our employees take pride in making everyday count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of the people we support, and they bring energy, ideas, and a passion for service. If this describes you, then consider joining our incredible team!
Mission Bridgewell inspires hope and empowers people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential.
Job Summary The Direct Support Professional will provide support and assistance to people with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities as needed based on the needs of the residential program assigned. The role involves daily intervention, supervision, and skills training in activities of daily living while managing within a home environment and in the community. Staff will receive specialized training to provide enhanced supervision or interventions designed to address multiple disabilities, including behavioral support or enhanced medical care.
Schedule Wednesday - Saturday, AWAKE 11:00 pm–9:00 am (40 hours)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide support and assist people with skills training in all activities of daily living during the day, evening, and/or overnight hours.
Create opportunities and provide support to facilitate decisions that develop skills and foster independence.
Provide services in accordance with DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF, and all applicable regulatory standards, as well as Bridgewell policies and procedures.
Support medical, clinical, and financial needs.
Transport and accompany people to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program.
Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
Complete household cleaning duties as assigned.
Conduct all steady care calls per guidelines (applies to all awake overnight shifts).
Assist accessing resources and recreational opportunities in the community.
Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations, as applicable.
Maintain mandatory training certifications such as FA/CPR, PABC, and MAP.
Maintain additional mandated certifications and training as required by the program and Bridgewell policies.
Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
Serve as the program’s Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer.
Comply with Bridgewell Safety Checks Policy.
Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
High school diploma or GED, or at least 5+ years of verified experience in the same position.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with people who have developmental or psychiatric disabilities (preferred).
Required Skills and Knowledge
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft products (Email, Word, Excel, etc.) and web‑based applications.
Valid U.S. driver's license with at least one year of driving experience in the United States; ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van.
Physical Demands The physical demands of this role involve maneuvering people of varying weights and providing lifting, balanced support, and physical intervention in a few scenarios. Essential requirements include climbing stairs, physically assisting people, and other tasks such as aiding bathroom routines, and additional lifting or moving as part of daily activities.
Bridgewell Offers
Excellent health benefits – medical, dental, vision.
Generous paid time off, including birthday leave.
A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
Excellent opportunities for training and development across over one hundred programs.
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 does! Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides opportunities to have a positive impact on the work you do.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be 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.
The pay range listed for this position is the hourly rate range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
Salary: $20.68 – $21.28 per hour
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