Full-Time Program Assistant – Awake Overnight

Location: Winona, MN

Pay Type: Hourly • Wage: $21.96

About the role

In this role, you will provide care and support to individuals with behavioral needs throughout the night. This position requires the staff member to be awake for the entirety of their shift to assist individuals as needed.

Schedule

• Sunday – Tuesday: 9:30pm – 8:00am
• Wednesday: 9:30pm – 6:00am

Responsibilities

• Respond to individual needs by having a full range of communication abilities (hearing, verbal, and vision).
• Respond to and provide guidance to operational situations.
• Move about and travel to program sites, given reasonable accommodations.
• Read and write printed material related to the job.
• Use a computer and develop written correspondence efficiently.
• Provide physical assistance to individuals, including:
  • Lifting (35 lbs. max.)
  • Bending, twisting, ambulating up and down stairs
  • Maintaining balance on a variety of surfaces
  • Working with challenging behaviors that may require physical support
  • Assisting individuals with personal care and in emergency situations
• Access people’s homes that are not handicap accessible as needed.
• Implement program plans/activities and take proper action that will be in the best interest of the individual.
• Work cooperatively as part of the team.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience or additional training in developmental disabilities or related human services field preferred but not required.
• Must pass a criminal background study.
• No active warnings.

Benefits

• Earn PTO at a competitive rate.
• Retirement 401(k) plan with generous employer match.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
• Paid training: educational classes, certifications, on-site training, and more.
• Referral bonuses, health/wellness stipends, and other perks.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): qualifying employer.