Direct Support Professional – Overnight Awake $20 – $34 per hour (Part-Time)

You will enjoy contributing to an awesome group of people in their home, and be fulfilled in a career that lets you know you are important every night you work! Overnight Awake people, apply today!

 
Our overnight awake direct support professionals are responsible for cleaning, cooking, checking in on people, doing laundry, and prepping for the next wonderful day during the overnight hours. Other duties include implementing programs as determined by the person’s planning team, attending to health and medical needs, following general and specific behavior management practices, completing preventive maintenance, administering medications after you’re certified, and making a difference in someone’s life.
 

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $20 – $34 per hour depending on education/experience.  $4 per hour differential for hours worked between 10:30 pm to 6:30 am. Weekend hours are paid at a rate of a time and a half.

REPORTS TO:  Team Leader

Hourly wage depends on experience and/or education. Full time positions may qualify for Paid Vacation/Sick Leave, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurances, plus a 401k Retirement Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:           

  1. Work experience in the field of developmental disabilities preferred.
  2. HS diploma/GED required. Must be 18 years of age.
  3. Able to exercise sound judgment in an emergency situation.
  4. Able to effectively manage multiple tasks.
  5. Excellent interpersonal skills.
  6. Good oral and written communication skills.
  7. Able to function as part of a team.
  8. Able to lift at least 50 or 60 lbs. depending on area of work.
  9. Successful completion of online coursework provided.
  10. Able to achieve certification in CPR and First Aid, and Medication Administration, and Safety Care.
  11. Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
  12. Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.