Overnight Support Counselor – Direct Care (30 hrs)

The Arc of Somerset; Middlebush (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arc of Somerset is seeking a 30 Hours Overnight Support Counselor / Direct Support Professional (Female) in Hillsborough/Bridgewater, Somerset County. The role offers a rate of $18.91 per hour and requires a valid NJ driver's license and a high school diploma or GED.

You will provide overnight direct support, ensure safety, document occurrences, assist with morning routines, administer medications, and participate in meetings with the Residential Manager. One year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• NJ driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in direct services for developmentally disabled individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall safety of the consumers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all occurrences during the shift period.
• Attend weekly meetings with the Residential Manager to discuss consumers and related matters.
• Supervise and assist consumers in morning activities, including morning hygiene, clothing selection, and dressing for work.
• Provide training for consumers in daily living skills.
• Perform household maintenance duties as assigned by the Supervisor or as outlined in the overnight checklist (including such activities as laundry, mopping, dusting/appliance cleaning, and similar).
• Complete all assigned reports and logs.
• Attend all scheduled meetings, including meeting with the Manager to discuss consumers and related matters.
• Supervise and assist consumers in all late-night activities, including recreational activities.
• Provide personal care assistance to consumers throughout overnight shifts.
• With guidance from the Manager, provide counseling to consumers.
• Administer the consumer’s medication according to accepted procedures.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Somerset is seeking a 30 Hours Overnight Support Counselor / Direct Support Professional (Female) in Hillsborough/Bridgewater, Somerset County. The role offers a rate of $18.91 per hour and requires a valid NJ driver's license and a high school diploma or GED.

You will provide overnight direct support, ensure safety, document occurrences, assist with morning routines, administer medications, and participate in meetings with the Residential Manager. One year of experience is preferred.