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Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Canton, MA · On-site

$19.75/hr

Schedule: Thu-Sat 11pm-9am Salary: $19.75 /hour As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group ...

Vinfen

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Canton, MA · On-site

$19.75/hr

Thu-Sat 11pm-9am Salary: $19.75/hour As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting ...

Vinfen

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Falmouth, MA

$18.75 - $21/hr

ACCS Awake Overnight Residential Counselors are vital to ensuring that Persons Served are able to receive quality services regardless of the time of day. In your role you will work together with the ...

Vinfen

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Canton, MA · On-site

$18.75/hr

Schedule: Thu-Sat 11pm-9am Salary: $18.75 / hour As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group ...

Vinfen

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Taunton, MA · On-site

$19.75/hr

As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement.

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As of Jun 3, 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.

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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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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.

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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.
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Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Vinfen

Canton, MA • On-site

$19.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Vinfen rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Schedule:Thu-Sat 11pm-9am

Salary:$19.75 /hour

As an Awake Overnight Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 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!

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
  • 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
  • Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
  • Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan
  • Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
  • $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
  • Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs 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 Vinfen. My Community. My Job.

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.

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