Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker- Deaf Services

Advocates • Framingham, MA

81d • $19

About The Position

Advocates is seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players to provide valuable care to individuals in a residential setting in our Deaf Services division! Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. The Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker offers emotional support and assists clients during the night and through their morning activities. Are you ready to make a difference?

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent degree.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to utilize basic computer applications.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the well-being and safety of clients, fostering a clean, home-like environment.
• Remain awake, alert and responsive to the needs of the clients throughout the shift.
• Assist clients with morning activities such as preparing for the day, cleaning and cooking.
• Provide routine checks according to program procedure.
• Implement established treatment programs in accordance with the client's Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and Individualized Action Plan (IAP).
• Communicate program participant's progress, mental status, and any changes in daily notes.
• Report significant health, psychiatric or behavioral issues to the on-call staff member.
• Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED