Overnight Direct Support Professional

Job Summary

Help Children Grow, Learn, and Thrive

About the Role

As a Direct Support Professional in Child Services, you will participate in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, ensuring their health, safety, and wellness. You will also support clients with bedtime routines, conduct health and safety checks, and manage behavioral crises.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medications accurately and on time.
• Support client health and hygiene.
• Utilize infection control procedures.
• Report serious incidents and implement follow-up measures.
• Implement behavior strategies and teach alternative behaviors.
• Collect and document behavioral and instructional data.
• Maintain a high level of engagement with and monitoring of clients.
• Provide a supportive and solution-focused environment.
• Manage behavioral crises safely.
• Collaborate with the Treatment Team for continuity of support and care.
• Exhibit exemplary customer service with guardians, agency personnel, and visitors.
• Ensure a safe and organized living environment.
• Promote good nutrition and assist with meal preparation.
• Provide transportation and assist with purchases.
• Manage program and client finances.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D., Associate’s degree preferred, and 3 months experience working with children.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrates moderate computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in human services.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services.

Skills

• Knowledge of organization and core values of personal integrity and accountability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, guardians, and agency personnel.
• Proactive problem-solving and crisis management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Free meals during shift.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care FSA & Health Savings Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off plan.
• Retailer discounts.
• Referral bonuses.
• Education assistance.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Pay and Schedule

Starting at $16.00 up to $22.00 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Shift differentials apply for weekday evenings and overnight shifts.