Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Salem, MA, with a scheduled shift Sunday, Monday, and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (18 hours per week). Pay is $20.92 per hour. Bridgewell provides social and human services supporting people with disabilities and other life challenges. The role supports residents with daily living, supervision, skills training, and community participation, helping them build independence while maintaining a safe and supportive home environment.

What you'll do

• Support residents with activities of daily living, supervision, and skills training
• encourage decision-making and independence
• assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs
• accompany residents to activities as needed
• maintain progress notes and required records
• assist with household cleaning and medication administration as applicable
• maintain required training and certifications
• participate in staff meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

salem ma

bridgewell

residential services

developmental disabilities

daily living support

skills training

community activities

medication assistance

18 hours per week

sunday schedule

saturday schedule

$20.92/hr

health benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• paid time off including birthday leave
• training and development
• professional growth opportunities
• additional compensation for on-call rotations.

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position. The scheduled workdays include Sunday and Saturday.

About the employer

Bridgewell is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.