Direct Support Professional (Overnights)

Job Description

Arbor Associates is currently seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide overnight support in a residential setting for youth ages 8-18 with mental disabilities and behavioral challenges. As an Overnight DSP, you will play an important role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment while assisting residents with daily living needs, promoting independence, and ensuring their health and well-being throughout the night. This position is ideal for individuals who are patient, reliable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and teens.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overnight supervision and support to youth in a residential setting
• Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, and feeding when needed
• Monitor residents' health, safety, and emotional well-being throughout the shift
• Accurately document services provided, behavioral observations, and incidents
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe living environment
• Support behavioral intervention plans and therapeutic programming
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and incoming staff during shift changes
• Promote dignity, independence, and positive social interactions
• Follow all agency policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality standards
• Respond calmly and professionally during behavioral or crisis situations

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a DSP, Residential Counselor, Youth Worker, CNA, PCA, Behavioral Health Technician, or similar role preferred
• Experience working with children, teens, individuals with disabilities, or behavioral health needs is a plus
• Must be dependable, patient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work overnight hours
• Must be committed to providing respectful, person-centered care

Why Work with Arbor Associates?

At Arbor Associates, we are committed to connecting caring professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can make a difference. We value reliability, compassion, teamwork, and strong communication.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting youth, building positive relationships, and helping individuals reach their fullest potential in a safe and structured environment.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

• Must be 21 years of age or older .
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with youth, individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, or in human services preferred.
• Comfortable working with youth ages 8-18 who have mental disabilities and behavioral challenges.
• Current Physical examination required.
• Current TB screening/vaccination required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds .
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and assist residents as needed.
• Ability to respond quickly during emergencies and behavioral interventions.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors when necessary.

Desired Skills

• Compassion and empathy
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Patience and professionalism
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Commitment to person-centered care

Ready to Get Started? Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Apply today and join a team where your work truly matters. At Arbor, you're not just filling a role-you're making a difference.

Arbor Associates proudly serves Greater Boston, Central and Western Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. We specialize in Behavioral Health, Medical and Educational Staffing, connecting professionals with flexible, meaningful opportunities that align with their skills and goals.

Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All interested applicants must be over the age of 18, authorized to work in the United States and pass a stringent background check including Criminal History, Sexual Offender Registry, and Department of Children and Families (DCF- MA)/Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF-RI).


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