Work for Bridgewell: Direct Support Professional
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide support and assistance to people in residential and day programs, and guide them in skills training related to activities of daily living. Creating opportunities for them to make decisions, enabling them to develop problem solving skills and fostering greater independence are just some of what DSPs do. They also use Bridgewell vans to bring people to medical appointments as well as coordinate recreational activities. Employees working in our residences provide support with grocery shopping, cleaning, and cooking—everything necessary in independent living within a home environment. They also administer medications under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) and assist with people’s medical needs. Medication Administration Training is provided. This position may be a great introduction to a career in human services. Many of our DSPs are promoted into Assistant Program Director and Program Director roles!