Overnight Awake Shiftworker
The Key Program is seeking Overnight Awake Shift Workers in Pittsfield, MA, for their residential programs, serving up to nine adolescent girlsor boys referred by the MA Department of Children and Families (DCF).The Overnight Awake Shift Worker is responsible for the welfare of thechildren/youth in Key\'s residential programs during the overnight hours(11pm - 7:30am). They monitor clients, perform bed checks, and implementsafety and security procedures. Join a dedicated team of supervisors, clinician, occupational therapist, nurses, and direct care staff tomaintain a trauma-sensitive, structured, and therapeutic environmentwhere teens can thrive. Be a part of an organization that values Employee Well-being And Promotes a Positive Work/life Culture. Wage Competitive hourly wage: \$24/hr Additional compensation is provided forbilingual skills and our generous employee referral bonus program.
Insurance:
Key offers Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Benefits coveringover 90% of medical premiums and 70% for dental premiums with lowdeductibles and co-pays. Professional Development: - Tuition assistanceis available for degree or certification programs. Scholarshipopportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate programs. - Keyis an internship placement site where employees can fulfill internshiprequirements for college credit. - Intensive training, professionaldevelopment and opportunities for advancement are available. Self-Careand Paid Time Off Benefits: -3 weeks/vacation, 2 weeks/sick time, 3days/personal, 3 days/bereavement and 12 paid holidays for Full-timestaff. - Free, confidential employee assistance program for employeesand adult household members for support with mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and other concerns. Other: -Reimbursement equivalent to IRS rate for work-related travel - 403(b)retirement savings account (tax-deferred). - Pre-tax childcare.
Qualifications:
College coursework and one year of relevant experiencepreferred - High school diploma or equivalency required And - Must be 21years of age or older - Valid state driver\'s license and legallyregistered and insured car for work use - Comprehensive backgroundcheck - Commitment to participate in required trainings andcertifications in FA/CPR/AED, MA Medication Administration Program (MAP)and Crisis - Prevention Institute (CPI) Crisis Intervention.
Responsibilities:
The Overnight Awake Shift Worker must share aschedule with their team, consisting of overnight shifts (11pm -7:30am), and may include/ weekend shifts. - Remains awake, alert, andsecurity conscious at all times to visually monitor and hear clientactivity throughout the shift. - Performs and documents client bedchecks every 15-minutes and program security checks at requiredintervals throughout the shift. - Engages clients and develops positive, appropriate, and supportive professional relationships utilizing astrength-based, client-centered approach. - Follows program safety andsecurity policies including closely supervising clients; adhering toprogram procedure manual as a guide to maintain consistency andstructure; conducting searches and security checklists; always remainingalert and security conscious. - Assists clients with their routines suchas morning wake-up, meal preparation, school preparation, medicationadministration, room and program cleanup, transportation, etc. - Followspolicies for providing timely notification of actual or suspectedprogram incidents and completes accurate and timely associateddocumentation. View or apply for [Open Positions at Key Program, Inc.](https://www.key.org/employment/employment-opportunities?keyword=&location=4838&type=){target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"}