Part Time 3rd Shift Counselor

Asleep (Overnight DSP)-Adult Residential Services
Part-time/hourly $17/hr

Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available:

Thursday, Friday: 9p-7a Saturday: 9p-9a (32hours/week)

Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them, assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. Complete required training in a timely fashion.

Remain on premises and available to respond to house specific needs as necessary. In the event of a behavioral, medical, or other emergency situation, the Overnight Asleep Counselor must be prepared to transition to a Community Instructor Awake in the following tasks:

Actively complete overnight responsibilities as per individualized protocols as necessary.

Complete overnight bed checks according to time intervals specified by person as necessary.

Complete overnight documentation, i.e., Follows BSP’s and supervision requirements for each individual.

Ensures proper implementation of Emergency Procedures (i.e. Incident reporting - notification of nurse due to medical situation etc.)

Implement Fire Evacuation Procedures as needed

Provide individualized support with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings.

Foster independence by helping individuals develop life skills and make choices.

Promote social inclusion by supporting participation in community activities.

Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating empathy and patience.

Have the ability to relocate items weighing up to 20 pounds as necessary to secure the safety of the adults.

Have the ability to kneel, twist, and bend (i.e. assist tying shoes, assist picking up items from the floor, etc.)

Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.

Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.

Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.

Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law.