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SalaryWe are the worldwide leader in education services for children and young adults who have multiple disabilities and visual impairments. We believe every child can learn and learning is for life. We are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training to professionals and creating a world of inclusion, accessibility and opportunity for people with multiple disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, we are collaborative and we take ownership. Join a community of growth where you will be supported and where your work makes a difference.
Join a team of dedicated professionals driven to build a world where children with complex disabilities and visual impairments can learn and thrive! As an Awake Overnight in one of our cottages, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well being of our students.
- You will remain awake and alert during your shift to perform routine checks of students in our residential programs.
- You will attend to their direct care, medical and behavioral needs and respond to- and document any emergencies or issues.
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development!
- We will work with you to develop a schedule that meets your needs - weeknights and weekends!
- Tuition reimbursement day one!
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- 1 years’ experience working with special needs children or an equivalent combination or education and experience
- Ability to complete and maintain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Crisis Prevention and Physical Intervention (CPPI), and Sign Language (dependent on program needs)
We have benefits that put you first, including an employer contributing retirement plan, tuition reimbursement from day one, professional development for our employees, personal days, paid time off and paid sick leave. Our campus is quaint, charming and historical, a perfect mix of legacy and modern buildings. It is located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and a 5 minute drive from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.
