Overnight DSP Lead (Awake) Job at L'ARCHE Heartland, Overland Park, KS

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  • L'ARCHE Heartland
  • Overland Park, KS

Job Description

L’Arche Heartland

DSP Lead Assistant PM (Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed).

8:00 PM - 8:00 AM.

Position Summary:

The Overnight Assistant is responsible for ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of the Core Members of L’Arche Heartland during overnight hours. This position plays a key role in maintaining a peaceful home environment while responding to any needs that arise during the night. Depending on the needs of the specific house, the position may be a sleeping or awake overnight role.

Schedule Options:

  • Sunday night. Mon night. Tues Night. and Wednesday Night. (8:00 PM to 8:00 AM).
  • Each shift includes the expectation to remain on-site and provide support for the homes.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Be present and accessible in the home overnight..
  • Provide support to Core Members as needed (medication reminders, bathroom assistance, calming support, or responding to emergencies).
  • Ensure the home remains secure throughout the night (locking doors, monitoring safety concerns).
  • Support morning routines wake-ups, basic hygiene support, and transitioning to day services.
  • Prepare simple breakfasts or assist with light meal prep for the next day.
  • Perform housekeeping tasks (dishes, wiping down surfaces, taking out trash, laundry, general tidying).
  • Maintain overnight documentation, communication logs, and any incident reports.
  • Communicate clearly with House Leaders and day staff during shift transitions.
  • Uphold L’Arche’s mission of mutual relationships and respect for the dignity of each Core Member.


Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a direct support or caregiving role preferred but not required.
  • Calm, patient, and dependable presence.
  • Ability to remain attentive and alert overnight (for awake shifts).
  • Ability to respond quickly and effectively in the case of emergency or distress.
  • Clear background check and compliance with state-required training and certifications.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Hourly wage, with rates adjusted for awake versus sleeping shifts.
  • Access to paid training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunity to be part of a community that values belonging, compassion, and shared humanity.


Work Environment:

Each of the five L’Arche homes has different overnight needs. Some homes require awake support due to the medical or behavioral needs of Core Members; others allow sleeping shifts , where the Overnight Assistant may rest in a designated bedroom but must be available if needed.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Sleeping nights, Night shift, Day shift,

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