Awake Overnight Direct Care Staff

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 25,320 - 34,192; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) savings plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston in Lowell, Massachusetts, is seeking Awake Overnight Direct Care Staff to provide support and supervision to Young Parent families. The role includes responsibilities such as conducting hourly bed checks and ensuring safety, with requirements including a Bachelor's degree and CPR certification.

The position offers a competitive wage ranging from $18.38 to $24.82 per hour, alongside comprehensive benefits including a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with prior related work or volunteer experience.
• Current CPR and First Aid training certification.
• Experience with de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight supervision and support to Young Parent families.
• Conduct and document hourly bed checks.
• Transport Young Parents to appointments as necessary.

Skills

Parenting skills

De-escalation skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Good computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Associate’s degree with three prior years of experience

Job description

Awake Overnight Direct Care Staff

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston Lowell, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

At Catholic Charities Boston, our work is grounded in the belief that every person deserves dignity, opportunity, and the support needed to thrive. Across 20+ program locations in Eastern Massachusetts, including multi service sites in Dorchester, Lynn, Brockton, Lowell, and South Boston, CCAB offers services that assist vulnerable communities in achieving stability and self-sufficiency. Catholic Charities Boston (CCAB) is one of Massachusetts's largest social service nonprofit organizations, dedicated to serving individuals and families in need with compassion and respect. At CCAB, the mission is to uplift and empower communities, regardless of religion, race, gender, age, disability, or ethnicity.

Awake Overnight Direct Care Staff (Wednesday–Saturday 11pm-9am) assist residents in developing parenting skills and completing daily tasks, while always maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality. The Awake Overnight Direct Care Staff are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the program during overnight hours, including completing hourly bed checks and monitoring the residence for any concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with prior related work or volunteer experience, or an associate’s degree with three prior years of experience working with adolescents in a similar environment.


• Current CPR and First Aid training certification.


• Experience with de‑escalation skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work with a varied and occasionally challenging client population.


• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.


• Good computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite and database applications.


• A valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record.


• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 10 pounds without assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual, bicultural, Spanish speaking ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight supervision and support to Young Parent families residing in the program.


• Conduct and document hourly bed checks; maintain detailed and accurate log notes.


• Transport Young Parents to appointments and other local destinations in line with program policies, particularly those related to Service Plan related tasks.


• Support Young Parents in developing skills for daily living and parenting through instruction and guidance.


• Uphold and enforce program rules and policies while modeling respectful, appropriate behavior.


• Administer and monitor the Medical Management Program as instructed by the Program RN.


• Ensure the safety and well-being of all Young Parent families by adhering to program procedures and promptly reporting any issues to the Program Director or designee.


• Maintain professional boundaries and apply de‑escalation techniques as necessary; consistently follow safety protocols.


• Participate in household chores to help maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment.


• Attend and actively participate in monthly staff meetings, biweekly supervision sessions, and complete a minimum of 24 hours of job‑related training annually.


• Participate in all required agency and division‑wide meetings and trainings.

Our benefits are competitive and include a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off (benefits may vary based on position and scheduled hours).

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base pay range reflects what Catholic Charities reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation in this range may be determined based on other factors, including but not limited to work experience, education and specialty training.

Visit us at: www.ccab.org.

Salary Information

$18.38 - $24.82 Hourly Wage