Who We Are:

We are a premier provider dedicated to healing children and young adults, strengthening families, and transforming communities through quality, comprehensive services and advocacy. We envision a world in which children and young adults, families, and communities are able to heal, grow, and thrive.

Job Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Opportunity, Overnight Shift

Starting Salary Range: $18.04 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

What We Offer:

An outstanding benefits package and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization!

• Sign on Bonus of $500!
• Overnight Shift Differential of $1.00 per hour working from 10pm to 9am
• 13 Paid Holidays per year including Cesar Chavez & Juneteenth
• Earn up to 16 days of paid vacation time, plus 50 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• 401(k) with no wait period and no vesting schedule
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Medical insurance offering 3 HMO with Kaiser and Health Net, and also a PPO Plan
• The Difference Card- Employer-funded benefit that works alongside an employee's health insurance plan to help offset out-of-pocket costs like copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Dental insurance both HMO & PPO options, with 100% employer paid for HMO employee only coverage plan
• Vision insurance offers 100% employer-paid vision plan through EyeMed for you and your entire family
• Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid up to two times the annual salary
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other duties may be assigned.

The essential functions include:

• Provide overnight supervision, safety monitoring, and support to Non-Minor Dependents (NMDs) residing in the cottage.
• Support the nursing department with tasks related to clients ongoing medical care including providing support for daily living skills, information needed for medical charting and other relevant tasks.
• Conduct routine and documented safety checks/rounds throughout the night to ensure the wellbeing and presence of all residents.
• Monitor the physical security of the cottage, including locking doors, checking alarms, and ensuring entry points are secured.
• Respond calmly and promptly to overnight incidents or behavioral concerns, utilizing trauma-informed interventions and de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Maintain a therapeutic, quiet, and structured overnight environment that supports rest and emotional regulation for residents.
• Support the implementation of individualized routines and care plans during the overnight shift, as needed.
• Assist NMDs who may require support during the night, including emotional check-ins, medication reminders, or other individualized needs.
• Complete overnight cottage cleaning and tidying tasks to ensure a sanitary and welcoming environment for morning routines (e.g., wiping down surfaces, light organizing, laundry assistance).
• Document all overnight observations, safety checks, incidents, and resident interactions in accordance with program policies and licensing requirements.
• Prepare and organize materials or documentation needed for the following day's routines, appointments, or activities.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with day shift staff through written and verbal shift change reports to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure common areas, bathrooms, and resident bedrooms are clean, orderly, and ready for morning inspections or use.
• Participate in required training sessions, staff meetings, and performance reviews relevant to overnight duties and client care.
• Uphold all agency, licensing, and safety standards while on shift, including maintaining appropriate staff-to-client ratios.
• Assist with emergency procedures during the overnight shift, including evacuations, medical situations, or crisis response.
• Drive agency vehicles to respond to emergencies or transport clients if approved and necessary.
• Coach and support NMDs in developing and maintaining daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, money management, and time management.
• Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma required
• AA (60 units) or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience in direct care and/or previous training in de-escalation, daily living supports, and/or neurodevelopmental strategies 
• Valid California driver's license, driving record, and personal vehicle insurance acceptable to Hillsides' insurance carrier

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (TIC)
Hillsides practices Trauma Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognizes the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma; Employees are asked to comprehensively integrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices with the goal to prevent re-traumatization which promotes healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities

Hillsides is an Equal Opportunity Employer