What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Care Staff position at Northwest Passage Ltd?
About Us
At Northwest Passage, we focus on mental health and wellness through the adoption of our PassageWay Elements: Nature, Recreation, Relaxation, Nutrition, Exercise, Relationships, Service, and Spirit. These elements are central to our approach, combining traditional mental health treatment with arts, education, nature-based therapy, and experiential opportunities. Since 1978, we've been dedicated to providing high-quality care in a community dedicated in hope, recovery, and wellness. Our facilities in Northwest Wisconsin offer a peaceful environment for our clients and staff, with easy access to activities and resources near Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, and Eau Claire.
Northwest Passage proudly serves individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we are committed to providing an environment where all feel welcomed and supported. Northwest Passage looks to build our team with candidates who are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to all of our clients, demonstrating resilience, determination, collaboration, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. At Northwest Passage, you will foster hope through your involvement in the healing process. Guided by the PassageWay Elements, we strive to create a positive environment for growth and wellness for both our clients and staff.
Position Description
The Overnight Care Staff is responsible for providing services to children and adolescents as determined with the interdisciplinary treatment team. The position provides quality youth care and close intensive supervision of clients in a residential treatment setting. This includes a range of residential services, tracking and reporting on resident’s treatment progress, and serving as a positive role model for behavior.
This is a full-time position with a consistent schedule of four nights per week (Friday-Monday), 10:00 pm-8:00 am.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Supervise residents and ensure their safety during bedtime hours.
- Complete routine visual checks on all residents at least every 30 minutes through the duration of the overnight shift, and more frequently as needed based on residents’ needs, their treatment plan, and Northwest Passage Policies and Procedures.
- Complete nightly documentation of overnight checks and significant information about residents.
- Assure that the living environment is maintained in good repair to promote positive health and hygiene for the residents.
- Assure residents’ basic needs are met.
- Assure residents’ emotional needs are met in accordance with the individual treatment or assessment plan.
- Recognize and adjust communication to meet residents’ needs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with others from diverse backgrounds
- Demonstrated reliability, with an ability to follow through on commitments and expectations
- Strong problem-solving and observation skills
- All applicants are subject to criminal history background checks and reference checks
Values
In addition to responsibilities and qualifications, ideal candidates will show an understanding of and an ongoing dedication to actively applying Northwest Passage's values, which are embedded into each role:
- Quality & Adaptability
- Respect & Compassion
- Leadership & Courage
- Connection & Well-being
Benefits
- Health Insurance (no deductible)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings with Discretionary Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Health Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance)
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health benefit)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs)
- Longevity Benefit
Northwest Passage is an equal employment opportunity employer.