Overnight Residential Direct Support Professional

Summary

Assist in coordination of the people we support in the residential program, day habilitation program or community habilitation program, stressing independence, integration, individualization, and productivity with emphasis on the person’s choice. Be aware of the person‑centered approach and incorporate it into training. Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising and documenting services to promote growth toward increasing levels of independence.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Flexible to the needs of the program. Hours are typically 11:00 PM – 9:00 AM. Full‑time is 40 hours/week, part‑time a minimum of 20 hours/week, and sub‑status 15 hours/week. Sub‑status employees must work a minimum of 8 weekend hours/month (4 PM Friday – 8 AM Monday) and at least one agency‑observed holiday per year. Approval is required to work hours outside the primary site.

Compensation

• Sign‑on bonus: $650.
• Full‑time pay: $300 after 3 months, $350 after 6 months.
• Part‑time pay: half the full‑time amount.
• Additional incentive pay opportunities: Medication Certification Incentive and Van Certification Incentive.
• Sleepers (overnight) are compensated at the applicable NYS minimum rate for scheduled sleep hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Experience working with the developmentally disabled preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull more than 30 lb.
• Valid New York State driver’s license preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Essential Functions

• Assist residents with purchasing household equipment, managing personal funds, and acclimating to the environment.
• Support nutrition, meal planning, preparation, and grocery shopping; provide training as outlined in service plans.
• Guide residents in cleaning, domestic tasks, and upkeep of rooms and property; ensure a safe, sanitary physical plant.
• Facilitate leisure activities and arrange or provide transportation as needed.
• Maintain driving certification if required to operate agency vehicles; non‑driver status may result in reduced pay.
• Conduct and document fire drills per regulations and policy.
• Communicate residents’ supply needs to the Residence Manager and participate in staff meetings.
• Participate actively in crisis intervention.
• Implement and follow through on ADL, interpersonal skill training, and behavioral support programs as directed.
• Document program implementation same day, accurately reflecting progress.
• Administer medications when designated, after completing OPWDD‑approved certification.
• Report illness, accidents, or changes in medical status to on‑call nurse/administrator using proper documentation.
• Complete daily nursing notes monitoring health status.
• Write incident reports per Incident Review Procedures.
• Promote integration, individualization, independence, and productivity while ensuring safety and welfare.
• Maintain daily logs or contacts with the Residence Manager regarding support program and physical plant matters.
• Accept temporary or permanent transfers as needed to meet resident needs.
• Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Functional Plan for the assigned site.
• Document service plan activities for Residential, Day, and Community Habilitation services, including nursing and clinical services.
• Monitor residents during sleeping hours, complete bed‑check logs, and attend to needs.
• Perform daily cleaning duties per schedule and complete cleaning logs and physical plant checklists.
• Act as designated in‑charge in the absence of the Residence Manager when assigned.
• Follow correct procedures for use of personal funds, ensuring proper purchasing and documentation.

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Personal Effectiveness / Credibility

Work Environment

Personalized home environment based on the individuals residing in the home or other designated program space.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 lb.

Other Duties

This description does not encompass all possible duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.