11pm-9am Full and Part Time Overnight DSP

Job Description

Social Service agency is currently seeking Overnight Counselors to provide supervision during the overnight hours in a residential setting for individuals with developmental disabilities.

The role of a DSP is to assist in the daily care of people with disabilities and provide on-site supervision and support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Your vital job functions are essential to members’ health, safety, and welfare.

Hours are 11:00PM - 9:00AM, and days will vary depending on the program.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a genuine desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities.

2 weeks of paid orientation (M-F 9am-5pm) is required prior to the start of your assignment. In addition, ongoing paid training outside of normal work hours is required.

Full Time positions include an awesome benefits package! Positions are located in Union County. EOE

Responsibilities

• Provides overnight supervision in a residential setting for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring the safety of members on the overnight shift
• Provides hands on assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing and hygiene, and helps with fire drills and/or other health and safety issues as needed
• Distributes and documents medications according to established standards and regulations and documents changes in medical status
• Transports members to and from work or day program, a medical appointment, etc.
• Helps ensure a safe, clean, organized, environment
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
• Attends required trainings, staff meetings, and other meetings/events as requested
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license
• Car to use for work purposes
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plus
• Willing and able to attend required trainings outside of normal work hours

Company Description

Community Access Unlimited is committed to providing community access through a broad array of person-centered support services for adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and at-risk youth aging out of the child welfare system. We believe each individual, no matter of ability or need, should have the opportunity to live independently and have a voice as productive citizens integrated into the community. We also have extensive housing options throughout Union County, which provides affordable housing to individuals in need.
We are proud of our long and outstanding record of being in the forefront of innovative ideas and actions within the social services field. We foster teamwork and Partnerships within and outside of our organization. Community Access Unlimited is the link between individuals and a network of social service providers, employers, community leaders, and the community at large. If you are interested in joining our fine family of professionals, we encourage you to continue with this job application.

Benefits

• 401(K)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Bereavement Days
• Legal Services
• Staff Training
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Staff Recruitment Incentive
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee of the Month
• Employees of the Year Award
• Longevity/Anniversary Recognition