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Mount Prospect Academy

Awake Overnight

Orford, NH · On-site

$13.50 - $15/hr

Awake Overnight Supervisor and/or Program Director Summary: Responsible for service delivery to the students in accordance with program goals and each students' Individual Treatment Plan. Connection ...

Mount Prospect Academy

Awake Overnight

Orford, NH · On-site

$13.50 - $15/hr

Awake Overnight Supervisor and/or Program Director Summary: Responsible for service delivery to the students in accordance with program goals and each students' Individual Treatment Plan. Connection ...

Perkins

Awake Overnight

Watertown, NY · On-site

$17.25 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Awake Overnight, your main responsibility is to remain awake and alert at all times during your shift. You will make routine checks of all students as specified in the schedule for the ...

Perkins School for the Blind

Awake Overnight

Watertown, MA · On-site

$17.75 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Awake Overnight in one of our cottages, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well being of our students. * You will remain awake and alert during your shift to perform routine ...

L'Arche St. Louis

Awake Overnight Caregiver

Maplewood, MO

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

We are looking for a full-time Awake Overnight Assistant, who is able to work weekend overnights. In this role, you will be support person for developmentally disabled adults. Exceptional team ...

NFI Massachusetts

Awake Overnight Youth Counselor

Haverhill, MA · On-site

$22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Awake Overnight Youth Counselors play a vital role in supporting youth development by creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Staff mentor and guide youth in developing life skills ...

NFI Massachusetts

Awake Overnight Youth Counselor

Amesbury, MA · On-site

$22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Awake Overnight Youth Counselors play a vital role in supporting youth development by creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Staff mentor and guide youth in developing life skills ...

NFI Massachusetts

Awake Overnight Youth Counselor

Beverly, MA · On-site

$22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Awake Overnight Youth Counselors play a vital role in supporting youth development by creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Staff mentor and guide youth in developing life skills ...

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How much do awake overnight jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for awake overnight in the United States is $17.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Awake Overnight?

Awake overnight staff are employees who work nighttime shifts to provide supervision, safety, and support in settings such as group homes, shelters, healthcare facilities, or residential programs. Unlike 'sleep' staff who may rest during their shift, awake overnight staff are required to remain alert and responsive throughout the night. Their responsibilities often include monitoring residents, handling emergencies, completing documentation, and sometimes performing light housekeeping tasks. This role is critical to ensuring the well-being and safety of vulnerable populations during nighttime hours.

What are common challenges faced in an Awake Overnight position, and how can candidates prepare to handle them?

Awake Overnight roles often require employees to remain alert and attentive throughout the night to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in their care. Common challenges include managing fatigue, adjusting to an atypical sleep schedule, and responding calmly to unexpected situations that may arise during the night. Candidates can prepare by developing strong self-care routines, practicing effective time management, and familiarizing themselves with de-escalation techniques and emergency protocols. Collaboration with teammates during shift changes and clear communication with supervisors are also key to ensuring a smooth transition between shifts and consistent quality of care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an Awake Overnight?

To thrive as an Awake Overnight staff member, you generally need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic first aid/CPR training, and experience in caregiving or a related field. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, communication tools, and security procedures is often required. Strong observation skills, reliability, and the ability to remain alert and calm under pressure are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure the safety, well-being, and proper supervision of clients during overnight hours.
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Infographic showing various Awake Overnight job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,523 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist

Ascend Mental Wellness

Hudson Falls, NY • On-site

$18.80/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist Job Description:
Established in 1948, The Mission of ASCEND Mental Wellness is to encourage and assist individuals in discovering pathways to their optimal mental health and wellness, while supporting hope and awareness of well-being in our community.
We are seeking a Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist to join our Pearl Street Community Residences team to monitor the building and residents in a residential program that houses adults with mental illnesses. An individual must be dependable, well-motivated, and committed to making a difference in people's lives. Good listening, writing, and verbal skills required. Computer skills are helpful. This is an AWAKE position.
ASCEND offers a comprehensive benefit package including healthcare benefits, retirement plan enrollment, and paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, personal and sick time. Salary based on qualifications.
There is a sign on bonus available for this position!
Additional shift differential of $2/hour for 11pm-7am.
Schedule for Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist:
Thursday: 8:45PM-8:15AM
Friday: 8:45PM-8:15AM
Saturday: 8:45PM-8:15AM
Total of 34.5 hours
Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, or equivalent, with at least two years' experience working in direct service provision in the human services field. This is an AWAKE position.

Restorative Awake Overnight Residential Specialist Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
  • Light housekeeping and maintenance of common areas, paperwork as needed, and
  • Ensuring the safety and security of the program.

ASCEND Mental Wellness provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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