Full-Time Overnight Direct Support Professional

General Description

Responsible for ensuring safety of members on the overnight shift. Responsible for providing crisis intervention and/or counseling to members in need. Responsible for administering and documenting medications and/or changes in medical status as needed. The expectation is that while performing the duties of an Awake Overnight you will stay awake and alert so that you supervise effectively the members you are responsible for.

Education/Experience

One-year related experience preferred. High school diploma required with some higher educational background in social work, psychology, special education or related field experience. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Job Tasks

1. Maintains program standards of operation and development.

2. Ensures members’ health, safety and welfare, including appropriate medication administration.

3. Ensures compliance with SAP policies and procedures in regard to member and program funds.

4. Maintains appropriate staff/member interactions.

5. Maintains Carelogic expectations.

6. Ensures completion of overnight checklist on each shift.

7. Ensures compliance with the annual Individual Habilitation Plan process for members.

8. Ensures compliance with the Agency’s Periodic Service Review and other quality assurance programs.

9. Ensures compliance with CAU Policies and Procedures, SAP policies, and licensing requirements.

10. Provides appropriate direct supports to members.

11. Uses the Agency time and attendance system to check-in hourly between the hours beginning one hour after your shift starts and ending at 6AM.

12. Checks CAU e-mail account on a regular basis.

13. Cooperates with Agency, legal authorities, and Department of Human Services or any part or successor thereof in any inspection or investigation

14. Ensures compliance with wearing a mask when mandated by State, Federal, and

15. Licensing authorities during a public health crisis/pandemic.

16. All other duties as assigned.

Shift

11 p.m. – 9 a.m.

Benefits

Medical Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

Dental Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

401(K) with matching contribution if eligible

Life Insurance

Paid Time off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance- To support our staff in their career advancement and development.

Employee of the Month Recognition

Longevity/Anniversary Recognition

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Project Assistance Loans/Grants- Interest free loans, if eligible.

Wellness Benefit- As part of our commitment to your overall well-being, we are proud to offer a Wellness Reimbursement Benefit. This program designed to support your physical health by reimbursing eligible wellness-related expenses—because we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best!

Staff Recruitment Incentive

Bereavement Days

Paid Holidays

Kean University Tuition discount, if eligible.

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.