Direct Support Professional — Meaningful Care & Growth

Bridgewell; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Birthday off

Training & development

On-call rotations

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Bridgewell is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily living assistance and skill-building to individuals with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in a residential setting. You will contribute to a supportive home environment, document progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to drive a wheelchair van.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 5+ years verified experience in the same position.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy to use Microsoft Office and web-based applications used by the agency.
• Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van and hold a valid US driver’s license with at least one year of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assist people with skills training in activities of daily living.
• Create opportunities to develop independence and decision making.
• Support services compliant with DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF standards and Bridgewell policies.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations where applicable.
• Maintain progress notes, shift checklists, and documentation.
• Attend program staff meetings and supervision sessions.
• Perform household cleaning duties and ensure safety in the living environment.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Valid US driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years related experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bridgewell is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily living assistance and skill-building to individuals with developmental, physical, and psychiatric disabilities in a residential setting. You will contribute to a supportive home environment, document progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to drive a wheelchair van.