Asleep 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?

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

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. 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. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace.

Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach .

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. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference. This position requires a valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with a clean driving history and successful completion of Brightway Living & Learning Transportation Orientation.

• Complete required training in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrate knowledge of abuse reporting and procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings and in services as required.
• 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.
  • Advocate for individuals’ needs.
  • Complete overnight bed checks according to time intervals specified by person as necessary.
  • Complete overnight documentation, i.e., chore chart, incident reports, SUB sheets, logs, staff communication book, AMAP communication book.
• 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.
• Collaborate effectively with a supportive team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.

• 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.)
• Have the ability to perform all physical SCIP techniques as applicable.

• Build Meaningful Relationships:Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow:Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team:Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction:Feel a deep sense of…