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Join Our Mission at Lambs FarmAt Lambs Farm, we are committed to helping adults with developmental disabilities lead meaningful, fulfilling lives in a supportive and inclusive community.Our Direct Support Professionals play an important role in helping Participants maintain independence, safety, and quality of life. If you are dependable, compassionate, and looking for a unique overnight opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference, our Overnight Sleep Shift DSP position may be a great fit.SummaryThis is a scheduled overnight sleep shift from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM.During the shift, employees remain on-site at one of our residential locations and are permitted to sleep when Participants are settled and no support is needed. Employees must remain available throughout the entire shift and be prepared to wake up and respond promptly if a Participant needs assistance or if an emergency, health concern, behavioral situation, or other unexpected issue occurs.Sleep Shift DSPs are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of Participants throughout the overnight hours and assisting with necessary evening or morning routines as assigned as well as the Medication Passes in the morning. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable sleeping on-site while remaining responsible and available should Participants need support overnight.The RoleAs an Overnight Sleep Shift DSP, you will:Remain on-site and available throughout the scheduled 10:00 PM-9:00 AM shiftSleep on-site during designated overnight hours when Participants are settled and no assistance is requiredWake and respond promptly to emergencies, Participant needs, health concerns, behavioral situations, or other overnight issuesSupport Participants with evening and morning routines as neededAssist Participants with activities of daily living while promoting independence and dignityFollow individualized care plans and established support strategiesAdminister medications as assigned and in accordance with certification requirementsMonitor Participant health, safety, and well-being and report concerns appropriatelyComplete required documentation and electronic records accurately and promptlyDocument incidents, overnight activity, and significant Participant needs when applicableCommunicate relevant information to incoming staff and members of the residential teamFollow emergency procedures and established health and safety protocolsMaintain a safe, respectful, and supportive residential environmentQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be available to attend scheduled daytime training sessions intermittently throughout the first 120 days of employment, in addition to the RISE ProgramMust complete the Lambs Farm RISE Program and all required onboarding and role-specific trainingMust be previous DSP certified or be willing to complete the state certification in addition to the RIDE programTraining sessions will occur outside of the employee's regularly scheduled sleep shifts, however sessions will be scheduled in advanceMust remain in compliance with all DSP training and certification requirementsMust maintain or obtain all required Medication Administration certifications and authorizationsMust maintain CPR, First Aid, crisis intervention, and other required certificationsAbility to remain on-site for the entirety of the overnight shift and respond immediately when neededAbility to wake from sleep and safely respond to Participant needs or emergenciesPrevious experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities preferredProficiency in writing, speaking, and understanding EnglishAbility to appropriately handle and prepare food for Participants when requiredComfortable supporting Participants who may become ill and following applicable health and safety protocolsPhysically capable of assisting Participants, including lifting, transferring, and moving individuals as required, with the ability to lift up to 50 poundsValid driver's license with a clean driving recordStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to adapt to changing Participant needs and unexpected situationsCommitment to confidentiality and safeguarding Participant informationComputer SkillsAccurate typing and data entry skillsProficiency in navigating websites and using web-based applicationsAbility to use word processors and spreadsheet softwareCompetence in managing emails and digital communicationsFamiliarity with digital communication etiquette and techniquesExperience with or ability to learn electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Therap, Epic, or Allscripts.CompensationThe hourly rate for this role is $15.00 per hour**This position is scheduled from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM and is designated as an overnight sleep shift. The hourly pay is reflective of such. Employees are permitted to sleep on-site when Participant needs allow but must remain available and prepared to respond throughout the entire scheduled shift.Disclaimer: As part of the pre-employment process, all employees at Lambs Farm are required to successfully complete background and registry checks and medical screenings. These measures are in place to ensure a safe and compliant environment for everyone involved. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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