AWAKE OVERNIGHT, 40 Hours, Mon-Thurs 11p-9a

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To maintain safety during the overnight hours and to support the quality of life, independence and health of the individuals living in the assigned home.

LOCATION: ANDOVER MA

SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION: 40 hours, Mon-Thurs 11p-9a

KEY ACTIVITIES: Essential Functions

• Complete Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals and activities (Assist each individual in developing skills in all areas of community living, including training in self-care, household tasks, and socialization.)
• Ensure safety and provide help with personal care activities
• Administer medication when assigned
• Complete daily logs and notes, track behavioral data (Keep daily records on all teaching programs, activities and behavior; recording in medical log any medication given, seizures, and illnesses; recording in program log any incidents, events, and activities related to behavior plans in place.)
• Monitor individuals throughout the night and provide needed night-time care.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Coverage: Awake overnights must remain at the residence for all scheduled hours unless PD grants permission to leave.
• Money management: Assist individuals with preparing and documenting spending money according to personal budget plan.
• Behavior: Assist and guide each individual to behave appropriately in varying situations; as agreed in any behavior plans, formal or informal, in place.
• Nutrition: Awake overnights will provide for breakfast and packed lunches on weekdays, when applicable, and with appropriate concern for good nutrition, variety, individual choice, and prescribed diets.
• Home management: Complete assigned overnight chores and assist individuals with completing morning household tasks such as cleaning the kitchen and laundry. Report any needed program repairs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Reading, Writing and Math Skills at high school competency level.
• Must have MAP Certification or be certifiable.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Experience in providing training, case management and appropriate service delivery to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the community.
• Minimum of 1 year of driving experience and a valid driver's license
• Regular and predictable attendance