Awake Overnight Direct Care Worker (ASL Fluent)

Advocates; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players to provide care to individuals in a residential Deaf Services setting. The Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker offers emotional support and assists clients during the night and morning activities.

Position requires ASL fluency, high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to a third-shift schedule (Friday and Saturday 10pm–8am). The role emphasizes safety, client-centered care, and crisis intervention when needed.

Qualifications

• ASL Fluency required; Deaf Individuals and Native Signers preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills.
• Strong communication skills; ability to utilize basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the well-being and safety of clients, fostering a clean, home-like environment.
• Remain awake, alert and responsive to the needs of the clients throughout the shift.
• Assist clients with morning activities such as preparing for the day, cleaning and cooking.
• Provide routine checks according to program procedure.
• Implement established treatment programs in accordance with the client's ISP and IAP.
• Communicate program participant's progress, mental status, and any changes in daily notes.
• Report significant health, psychiatric or behavioral issues to the on-call staff member.
• Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed.

Skills

ASL Fluency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Judgement/Decision making

Coaching

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Advocates is seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players to provide care to individuals in a residential Deaf Services setting. The Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker offers emotional support and assists clients during the night and morning activities.

Position requires ASL fluency, high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to a third-shift schedule (Friday and Saturday 10pm–8am). The role emphasizes safety, client-centered care, and crisis intervention when needed.