Awake Overnight Caregiver for Kids with Disabilities

Perkins School for the Blind; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

HRA

FSA

Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA seeks an Awake Overnight caregiver for our residential cottages to help ensure the safety and well-being of students with complex needs. You will remain awake during your shift, monitor students, and respond to medical or behavioral situations with proper documentation.

The role offers opportunities for growth, with a schedule that includes weeknights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 year of experience working with special needs children or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to complete and maintain First Aid/CPR, AED, CPPI, and Sign Language (dependent on program needs).

Responsibilities

• Remain awake and alert during shift to perform routine checks of students in residential programs.
• Attend to direct care, medical and behavioral needs; respond to emergencies and document issues.
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development.
• Schedule can be arranged to meet needs, including weeknights and weekends.
• Tuition reimbursement day one.

Skills

Direct care & safety

First Aid & CPR

Sign language basics

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA seeks an Awake Overnight caregiver for our residential cottages to help ensure the safety and well-being of students with complex needs. You will remain awake during your shift, monitor students, and respond to medical or behavioral situations with proper documentation.

The role offers opportunities for growth, with a schedule that includes weeknights and weekends.