Overnight Direct Support Professional​/Caregiver

Part-Time/Substitute Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver

DEPARTMENT:
Quality Living Options (QLO) - Residential

REPORTS TO:

Program Manager

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

POSITION TYPE:
Substitute/On-Call

LOCATION:

Various Residential Locations

SCHEDULE:

Up to 29 hours per week, 9 PM - 9 AM (Awake - Weekend Overnights)

Since 1964, DDRC has been committed to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and supporting their families. With a team of 200+ dedicated staff, we offer a wide range of services from Early Intervention to adult residential, employment, and community programs. Our mission is grounded in inclusion, opportunity, and helping every person reach their fullest potential.

DDRC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

The Awake Overnight Staff provides continuous overnight care to ensure the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of individuals served. This position remains awake during the shift and conducts regular safety checks, responds to needs as they arise, and supports health, behavioral, and emotional care using approved practices. Additional duties include, but are not limited to, deep cleaning tasks and meal preparation to maintain a safe and supportive home environment.

This role is critical to promoting independence, dignity, and stability for the people we serve.

• Provide quality care and support to individuals in accordance with their individualized service plans.
• Promote independence, skill development, and community participation.
• Ensure compliance with DDRC policies, procedures, and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication with the Lead Counselor and Program Manager.
• Model professionalism, respect, and person-centered values in all interactions.
• This position has physical requirements, including lifting up to 75 pounds.*
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to push, pull, and position wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment.
• Manual dexterity for personal care and adaptive equipment support.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and ability to meet agency driving requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including First Aid/CPR, Medication Administration, and behavioral intervention training.
• This position has physical requirements, including lifting up to 75 pounds.

• As indicated above in Essential Functions. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a post-offer, job-related physical abilities assessment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• DDRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Our team is dedicated to compassionate, person-centered care
• Our team communicates clearly and builds meaningful trust
• Our team takes pride in accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail
• Our team shows up reliably and manages time effectively
• Our team prioritizes safety, dignity, and well-being at all times
• Our team s 9-year average tenure reflects a supportive culture, strong leadership, and long-term commitment to those we serve

• As a substitute/on-call employee you have the flexibility to pick up shifts that work with your schedule. You can work 0-29 hours per week.
• This position is not benefit-eligible.
• 1 hour of sick time is given for every 30 hours worked, in accordance with Colorado Law.

The position summary and the essential functions are not exhaustive and may be revised, with or without notice, based on funding, program needs, or organizational requirements. Changes will not be discriminatory, retaliatory, or violate laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).