Overnight Youth Direct Support Professional

Please Note:

Applicants who do not meet ALL of the qualifications listed below should not apply for this position.

Required Qualifications:

· Must be 21 years of age at the time of hire.

· High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of experience working with youth OR thirty (30) semester hours of college credit and one (1) year of experience with youth OR an Associate’s Degree.

· Ability to perform 15-minute bed checks and remain awake throughout overnight shifts.

· Valid Colorado Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days) and five years of driving experience.

· Ability to pass FBI, CBI, and TRAILS background checks.

· Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.

· Ability to work flexible schedules, collaborate effectively as a team member, and communicate respectfully.

Job Summary:

This role involves teaching resident’s new skills, supporting challenging behaviors, and assisting with daily routines such as bathing, toileting, and dressing. Responsibilities include supervising residents, maintaining a safe environment, documenting programs and incidents, and managing client cases. The position also includes developing and accessing behavior and skill programs, handling emergencies, and providing input to staff and the Program Director. For the overnight shift, staff remain awake to provide 24-hour supervision, with bed checks documented every 15 minutes.

Benefits:

· Full benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, MetLife Accident Plan, Critical Illness, company-paid Short-Term. Also offered are 10 paid holidays, Paid Time Off, Wellness Time and a 403b retirement plan with Roundup Fellowship-match after one (1) year.

· (Benefits are subject to change based on reevaluation or benefit plan changes annually.)

· Benefits begin at first of the following month after completing a full 30 days of employment (i.e. start date 4 January 2025, benefits initiate 1 March 2025).

Pay Range: $18.67 – $22.35 Hourly based off experience with youth and education.

Deferential pay ($1.00 per hour) offered between the hours of:

· Friday through Sunday overnights is 8:00pm to 8:00am

· Monday through Thursday overnights is 10:00pm to 8:00am.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Uphold RiseUps mission, values, and policies.

· Supervise residents in home and community settings, ensuring safety.

· Assist with daily routines, behavior management, and program completion.

· Manage client cases, including treatment plans, documentation, and resource coordination.

· Maintain professional communication with families, schools, and other stakeholders.

· Complete required documentation and handle emergencies per procedures.

· Support and mentor staff, perform administrative tasks, and attend trainings.

· Administer medications and maintain a clean, safe environment.

· Promote trauma-informed care and address vicarious trauma through self-care and supervision.

· Perform other duties as assigned.