Overnight Direct Support Professional - Awake

Advocates; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking an Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker to support individuals in a residential setting at night in Walpole, MA. You will stay awake, monitor safety, and assist with morning activities, documenting progress in daily notes.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Shifts are Thursday–Saturday nights, with a starting rate of $18.25/hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED 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.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Coaching

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Computer basics

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advocates is seeking an Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker to support individuals in a residential setting at night in Walpole, MA. You will stay awake, monitor safety, and assist with morning activities, documenting progress in daily notes.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Shifts are Thursday–Saturday nights, with a starting rate of $18.25/hour.