Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker-Male Only

Advocates; Ashland (MA); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Advocates is seeking an Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker to support residents in a home-like setting. You will stay awake during the night, monitor safety, assist with morning activities, and help with meals and transitions.

Minimum education is a High School Diploma or GED; shifts are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10pm to 8am. The position starts at $18.75/hour in a nonprofit, client-centered environment that values dignity and inclusion.

Qualifikationen

• High School diploma or GED plus six months related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; basic computer skills.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Develop and document Individualized Action Plans (IAPs), ISPs and other reviews with the clients.
• 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.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Judgement

Coaching

Written communication

Verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Team oriented

Driver's license

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Starting Rate: $18.75/hour

Schedule: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 10pm - 8am

Advocates is seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players to provide valuable care to individuals in a residential setting!

The Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker is responsible to be available to and assist the clients during the night and to assist with morning activities as needed.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We’rea nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Shift

Third Shift

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.
• Develop and document Individualized Action Plans (IAPs), Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and other reviews with the clients.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent degree, plus six months' related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize basic computer applications.
• Desire to thrive in a fast-paced, client-centered, team-oriented environment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.