Awake Overnight Counselor – Developmental Services

Vinfen

. Responsible for overnight program activities in a community living arrangement .

Posted 10/7/2026part-timeBrighton • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group support to enhance independence and quality of life for clients, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining a safe residential environment. Proficient in implementing treatment programs, documenting progress, and training clients in activities of daily living.

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Experience in Community Living SupportKnowledge of Treatment Program ImplementationCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationValid US Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Behavior Data CollectionMedication AdministrationDaily Living Skills TrainingCrisis Intervention TechniquesHousehold Management Techniques

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsSensitivity to Cultural IssuesAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ComputerCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidMAPPBS Tier 1Safety Care

Industry Keywords

Community Living ArrangementIndividual Support PlansBehavioral SupportRegulatory ComplianceCrisis Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for overnight program activities in a community living arrangement
Provide individual and group support to persons served
Teach skills that enhance independence and quality of life
Ensure a safe, secure, and clean residential environment
Assist in implementing treatment programs, including ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs
Participate in treatment planning processes
Maintain records, collect behavior and academic data, and maintain progress notes
Document incidents, programs, and routine activities in communication logs
Train and support persons served with ADLs, including showering, personal hygiene, dressing, and household chores
Conduct and document fire and safety training
Monitor physical and emotional needs and report changes to the supervisor
Store, administer, document, and dispose of medication consistent with MAP requirements, funding regulations, and company policy
Participate in mandated training and staff meetings
Assist with orientation of new staff
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory bodies
Comply with corporate and divisional policies, safe work practices, workers' compensation, universal precautions, and exposure control
Perform hands-on program tasks and maintain site safety, including housekeeping, snow shoveling, and garbage removal
Provide transportation as necessary
Maintain required staff-to-person-served ratios and perform last-minute coverage as required
Provide physical intervention and/or first aid during behavioral or medical emergencies
Serve as a reporter to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission
Remain awake, alert, and dressed throughout the entire shift
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three months to one year experience in a related function
A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Driving is required using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle
Adequate insurance and a safe driving record required when using a personal vehicle
Valid US driver's license required at employment
At least 21 years of age
Valid US driver's license maintained for at least six months
Must pass a driver's screening background check
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, and printer
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways
Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision; ability to adjust focus
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
PBS Tier 1 required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Knowledge of different communication styles
Knowledge of empowerment, self-advocacy, participatory planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, physical personal management, and household management techniques
Teaching skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan requiring no employee contribution
Employee-funded 403(b) plan
Medical, Dental and Vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more
Employer contribution toward medical insurance
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for qualifying employees
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Generous paid time off for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week