AWAKE NIGHT STAFF

The Awake Night Staff remains awake and provides security and safety for all children in the residence throughout the night. The ANS performs a variety of housekeeping functions and assists the p.m. and the a.m. Child Care Worker in preparing the children for the day.

The ANS is supervised by the House Manager, and participate in weekly staff meetings and trainings with other CCWs in the team meetings.

  1. REQUIREMENTS;
  1. H.S. diploma and 30 college units, with at least 9 units in the behavioral sciences or one year direct child care experience;
  2. Good moral character, reliable, mature and conscientious;
  3. Able to communicate in English verbally and in writing;
  4. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk 'sit' use hands, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently list and/or move up to 30 pounds; and manage the weight of a child which is equal to 50% of your weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral visions and depth perception.
  5. Able to function as part of a treatment team, as well as work independently;
  6. Hold a valid California driver’s license with a fair (less than 3 points) 3 year record and able to drive the agency vehicle; screen for TB, health exam and CII (fingerprint) clearances;
  7. Hold a current First Aid certification (obtainable after employment), fees paid by the Agency, and time paid at the Agency minimum wage.
  8. Observation of all shifts before employment (paid at Agency minimum wage if employed);
  9. Ability to be awake and maintain vigilance during the shift.

  1. RESPONSIBILITIES:
     (See Performance Evaluation form for measurement criteria)

  1. PRIMARY CARE
  1. Follow Agency policy and program regarding supervision of children; supervise and monitor children during p.m. and a.m. routines, emergencies and sick calls.
  2. Follow Agency medication procedures.
  3. Prepare meals according to the menu.
  4. Complete general housekeeping duties (see list and training format).
  1. THERAPEUTIC HELPING
  1. Self esteem: Utilizes a variety of therapeutic interventions with children to help develop self-esteem and positive self attitude.
  2. Behavior management: Exercise behavior management skills.
  3. Social skills/relationships: Stimulate children to seek knowledge and orient to social norms; teach social skills, such as making friends and expressing feelings.
  4. Self care skills: Teach children basic living skills, domestic routines and proper body hygiene.
  1. ORGANIZATIONAL/SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE
  1. Maintain necessary paperwork to facilitate communication and charting of behaviors.
  2. Participate in all household duties necessary to maintain proper functioning of house and program.
  3. Has professional and cooperative contacts with families of the children, county social workers, other professionals and members of the public.
  1. TRAINING/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  1. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member.
  2. Maintains current status in mandatory training, as well as TB and DMV.
  3. Participates in necessary training according to Agency policy and Community Care licensing requirements.
  1. WORK WEEK AND PAY PERIODS

For convenience of staff meeting days, it would be preferable if the shift either started or began with a staff meeting. The ANS shift is from 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., a total of nine (9) hours/Grove. The Oak House shift will be from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., a total of 9.5 hours. It is suggested that the shifts be staggered for alternating weeks of 4 days/3 days, or 36+3 = 39 hours; 27+3 = 30 hours, which would average 34.5 hours/week (0.86 FTE).

There are two (2) positions at each house.

Pay periods are: 1st - 15th; 16th - end of month.

  1. SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary is based on 34.5 hours/week at an hourly figure dependent on the following:
Base Rate $______________
+Post HS education ______________
+Experience ______________

All employees are under a 60-day probationary period. Benefits include major medical, dental, group term life, and paid sick (1.0 FTE = 32 hours/year, and vacation (1.0 FTE = 40 hours/year). After one (1) year or more of FTE, the vacation time is doubled.

I have read and understand this job description. I understand that the employer and I are bound by "At Will" agreements.

________________________________ ____________ ______________________________
                           Supervisor                                  Date                               Employee

 

AWAKE NIGHT: DUTIES LIST

Please initial each as trained.

*ALWAYS LOCK DRAWERS, CABINETS AND DOORS.
*ALWAYS RETURN CLEANING SUPPLIES TO LOCKED AREAS.
When cleaning walls, pay special attention to doorways and light switch plates.
 

 

FREQUENCY

Daily Weekly As Needed
BATHROOMS      
1.Wipe down walls/ceilings (Mildew watch)   X  

2. Toilet
         -Disinfect wall areas around
         -Clean and disinfect toilet
X
X		    

3.  Shower Enclosure/Tub
         -Corners and edges (Water deposit watch)
         -Shower door glass and walls; clean and wax
         -Cleanser Tub


X
X
X		  

4.  Sink and Counter
         -Clean basin with cleanser
         -Check drawers and under counters
         -Clean mirrors
X
X
X		    
5.  Empty Trash X    
6.  Window cleaning   X  
7.  Floors;  sweep, mop, disinfect
         -Water, stain removal		 X
X		  

8.  Check and inventory supplies;
         -order needed cleaning and PN items

     X
       
KITCHEN      
1.  Counter tops; move and clean X    
2.  All walls, cabinet and appliance faces cleaned X    

3.  Microwave, clean
      -Toaster, mixer, waffle iron, griddle, etc. Check/clean

 X
X		  

4.  Around stove elements and oven;
          Ammonia soak and foiled
        -Air filter over stove and hood

  

X
X
5.  Dishwasher;  empty and put away X    

6.  Floors;  sweep and mop
      -Ceilings;  knock down webs

 X
X		  

7.  Empty trash
       Wash trash can

 X  
X
8.  Window sill, window and screen cleaning     X

9.  Defrost and clean freezers:  Leave note for
           p.m. staff to unplug at ___________.
     Refrigerator and temperature log readings

    

X		 Monthly
10.  Refrigerators: check for dated leftovers (covered
        appropriately w/lids or clear plastic)
           -Throw out 2-day old leftovers
           -Wash shelves		  
X
X


X
11.  Tidy up pots, pans, containers, shelves   X  
       
DINING ROOM      

1.   Clean windows, sills and walls
         -Light fixtures

   X
X		  
2.  Floors;  sweep and mop X    
3.  Ceilings and corners   X  
4.  Wipe down chairs   X  
5.  Mats;  wash, hang and replace     X
       
LAUNDRY AREA      

1.  Boys clothing;  wash, dry, fold, and remark (if needed),
         and place in bins

 X    
2.  Wipe down washer and dryer   X  
3.  Check washer’s lint filter X    
4.  Clean spider webs from walls and ceiling     X
       
LIVING ROOM      
1.  Knock down spider webs from ceiling and corners   X  
2.  Inspect and clean walls   X  
3.  Remove cushions from sofa, then vacuum   X  
       
STAFF ROOM      
1.  Vacuum   X  
2.  Straighten and file     X
3.  Check vac cleaner for bag replacement/operation
         Replace bag or belt when necessary.		  

X 

NOTES ON NONCLEANING ACTIVITIES:
  1. MEALS: Make lunches; prep and cook breakfast; defrost anything needed for the next day’s dinner.
    1) Sign off ALL break fast menus daily, and fill in CNS food prep sheets.
  2. PAYROLL: Fill in your timesheets daily, and place in Manager’s bin on the 15th or the 31st. If either day falls on a weekend, complete and submit it on Friday before the weekend.
  3. Decorate house and wrap presents when assigned.
  4. BEDCHECKS: From *9:30-10:00 p.m., there must be a verbal transition with the staff leaving. You must read the daily log, and be prepared to deal with children needing assurances of some kind before going to bed, i.e., bathroom, water calls, physical complaints.

    From *10:00p.m.-12:00a.m., and from *4:00a.m. to 6:00a.m., you must do bedchecks on an irregular but frequent basis. Do not utilize a pattern, or the boys will take advantage of your checks; sexual acting out, running away, and other behaviors usually occur during these times. Keep them guessing.

    *Time varies with/House.

Other questions to deal with:
If a child is sick, cannot sleep, sleepwalking, runs away, climbs in bed with other children, won't go to sleep……

IF THERE IS AN EMERGENCY PROBLEM, PLEASE CALL YOUR HOUSE MANAGER, SOCIAL WORKER OR DIRECTOR FOR INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER LEAVE THE HOUSE WITH THE CHILDREN UNSUPERVISED.