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How much do awake overnight counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for awake overnight counselor 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 counselor?

An Awake Overnight Counselor is a professional who provides supervision, support, and crisis intervention to individuals in residential or treatment facilities during nighttime hours. Unlike traditional overnight staff who may sleep, these counselors remain awake throughout their shift to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. Their responsibilities often include monitoring facility security, responding to emergencies, documenting incidents, and assisting residents as needed. This role is critical in environments serving youth, individuals with mental health needs, or those requiring round-the-clock care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an awake overnight counselor?

To thrive as an Awake Overnight Counselor, you generally need experience in human services, crisis intervention skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent—sometimes with additional certifications in CPR or first aid. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, security protocols, and basic computer skills for documentation is typically expected. Strong observation, communication, and emotional resilience are essential soft skills for supporting clients and responding calmly to emergencies during overnight hours. These capabilities ensure the safety, well-being, and effective support of individuals in residential or shelter settings throughout the night.

What are the main challenges faced by awake overnight counselors, and how can candidates prepare for them?

Awake Overnight Counselors often encounter challenges such as managing crises during nighttime hours, staying alert during quiet periods, and supporting residents who may experience anxiety or sleep disturbances. Successful candidates prepare by developing strong crisis intervention skills, maintaining effective communication with both residents and day staff, and establishing routines to stay engaged and vigilant throughout the shift. Building resilience and self-care strategies is also important, as overnight work can affect sleep patterns and personal well-being.

What is the difference between Awake Overnight Counselor vs Residential Support Worker?

AspectAwake Overnight CounselorResidential Support Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma; CPR/First Aid often preferredHigh school diploma; CPR/First Aid often required
Work EnvironmentResidential facilities, mental health or addiction centersGroup homes, residential treatment centers
Employer & IndustryBehavioral health, social servicesSocial services, community support
Job FocusMonitoring clients overnight, ensuring safety, providing basic supportAssisting residents with daily activities, supervision, and support

Both roles involve working in residential settings and require similar certifications. However, Awake Overnight Counselors focus more on monitoring clients overnight and ensuring safety, often in mental health or addiction facilities, while Residential Support Workers assist residents with daily activities and support in community-based or residential environments.

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Infographic showing various Awake Overnight Counselor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,523 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)

Haverhill, MA • On-site

Vinfen
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 1 - 5K employees
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$18.25/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Schedule:Thu-Sat 11pm-8am

Salary:$18.25 / hour

As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life.

Awake Overnight Counselors have a range of duties including have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living.

Additional responsibilities include nightly cleaning and filing.

Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes:

  • A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
  • First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open to all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
  • Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
  • Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
  • Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week):
    • 15 days of Vacation per year
    • 11 Paid Holidays
    • 10 Sick Days per year
    • 3 Personal days per year
  • Educational Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs
  • $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
  • Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more

About Us

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Keywords: mental health, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, ABI, acquired brain injury, care worker, care giver, social services, counseling, social work, group home, DSP, DDS, Direct Care, home health aide, HHA, psychology, mental health, disability, developmental disabilities, rehabilitative, outreach services, human services, nonprofit, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, recovery, VinfenRC, VinfenAON, VinfenBID

High school diploma or GED required. A bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
  • Experience working with people with developmental disabilities, behavioral conditions and/or brain injury strongly preferred.
  • Strong time management and writing skills.
  • All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
  • All applicants must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check.

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