Overnight Residential Direct Support Staff

Employment Type:

• Full-Time: 36-40 hours per week
• Part-Time: 8-24 hours per week

Schedule:  10:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Wage:

• 10:00 PM- 6:00 AM $16
• 6:00 AM- 10:00 AM $18 – PT or $20 – FT

Sign -On Bonus: $500.00 after 90 days of employment

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Minimum Qualifications: High school graduate/GED

Responsible to: Director of Residential

Position Summary:

Direct Support Residential Staff provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), promotes independence, dignity, and community inclusion, and helps ensure each individual’s health, safety, comfort, and overall well-being. Responsibilities include implementing goals identified in the Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP), fostering a safe and positive home environment, and maintaining accurate, timely documentation in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor residents throughout the night to ensure safety and respond to needs as they arise
• Provide assistance with personal care and other needs during overnight hours
• Support residents with morning routines, including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
• Prepare and assist with breakfast and pack lunches for the day
• Transport residents to work, employment programs, or day service sites safely and on time
• Maintain accurate documentation of care, incidents, and overnight activities
• Follow individualized care plans and support strategies for each resident
• Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding resident status and needs

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Ability to pass background check and required screenings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stay awake, alert, and responsive throughout overnight shifts

Skills and Abilities:

• Compassionate, patient, and dependable
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly and effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 Required Physical Activities:

• Maintain CPR/First Aid certificate
• Ability to lift 30 lbs or 1/4 of body weight

Driving Requirements:

• Ability to travel independently to various locations
• Ability to adhere to HCF’s transportation policy

Other Requirements:

• Maintain all training required by HCF
• Ability to meet state required background checks
• Submit to periodic drug testing

• Ability to understand written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Ability to supervise the work of others
• Ability to communicate in English (hearing and speech)
• Professional conduct
• Dress in accordance with HCF policy
• Professional written communication
• Bondable
• Good documentation, organization and tracking skills
• Good computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

 Insurance Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Supplemental Coverage/Memberships:

• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Aflac, Globe Life, Manhattan Life/Attentive Supplemental insurance

General Employment Benefits:

• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Funeral Leave
• Pre-tax benefits
• 401K retirement plan
• Direct Deposit
• Recruitment and Retention Incentives