3rd Overnight Shift - DSP

West Bay RI•Johnston, RI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and supervision for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their home overnight. The DSP remains awake, alert, and available throughout the shift, providing assistance as needed to support each individual's health, safety, and wellbeing. The Resting Overnight DSP completes routine household responsibilities and prepares the home for the following day during the active portion of the shift, while remaining available to respond to scheduled or emerging needs. Before the shift ends, the DSP actively assists with the morning routine and personal care. The posting lists awake overnight opportunities in Cranston (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday, 10 p.m.–8 a.m.), Providence (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday, 1 p.m.–8 p.m.), and Warwick (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday, 10 p.m.–8 a.m.). Awake overnight compensation is $22.50 per hour. Resting overnight compensation is $19.00 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Appropriate professional conduct.

Responsibilities

Remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout the awake overnight shift.
Provide direct support and personal care based on individuals' needs and individualized plans of care.
Monitor individuals and respond to health, safety, personal care, and other overnight needs.
Administer medications and perform treatments when authorized and in accordance with regulations, organizational policy, and required training.
Respond to emergencies, incidents, and other situations requiring immediate attention.
Complete assigned household cleaning, laundry, and routine overnight tasks.
Document overnight activities, services, observations, incidents, and other required information accurately and objectively.
For resting overnight work, remain available and, in an emergent situation, stay awake and provide assistance in communication with the management team.
Assist people supported with the morning routine and personal care, including showering, dressing, and breakfast.
Clean the kitchen and bathroom, including countertops; sweep and vacuum floors; empty trash baskets; and straighten the house before leaving the shift.
Complete paperwork and documentation before leaving the shift.
Maintain professional, respectful, and productive relationships with people supported, families, management, coworkers, healthcare professionals, community partners, and community associations.