Night Watch

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Night Watch / Third Shift Awake Staff

EMPLOYER: Path2Freedom

DEPARTMENT: Programs

REPORTS TO: Director of Program

EFFECTIVE DATE:

SUMMARY:

Provide overnight supervision and care for child survivors of human trafficking during third shift hours, ensuring safety and responding to any needs that arise during nighttime hours. Maintain awake supervision throughout the overnight shift, conduct regular safety checks, and provide crisis intervention and support as needed in a trauma-informed manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain awake supervision of residents during overnight hours

• Conduct regular safety checks throughout the facility and document observations

• Respond to behavioral incidents, emergencies, or resident needs with trauma-informed approaches

• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed

• Monitor security systems, doors, windows, and facility perimeter

• Complete required documentation and shift reports accurately and thoroughly

• Coordinate with day staff and house mentors for seamless care transitions

• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, facility policies, and DCF regulations

• Maintain a calm, supportive presence that promotes residents’ sense of safety

• Respond to medical emergencies and contact appropriate personnel or emergency services

• Support residents who wake during the night with reassurance and trauma-informed care

• Maintain confidentiality of all resident and program information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have direct supervisory authority.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to work overnight shifts and remain alert throughout the shift

• Experience working with children, adolescents, or vulnerable populations preferred

• Commitment to trauma-informed care principles and willingness to learn and apply therapeutic approaches

• Successful completion of Level 2 background screening (required)

• Crisis intervention training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Trauma-informed care training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• Pre-service training (provided by Path2Freedom)

• CPR Certification (required)

• Commitment to Path2Freedom’s mission and values

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

COMPETENCIES:

• Vigilance & Alertness: Ability to remain awake, attentive, and responsive throughout overnight hours

• Crisis Management: Calm under pressure with ability to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately

• Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding of trauma’s impact and ability to provide reassuring, non-triggering responses

• Documentation Skills: Accurate, thorough, and timely completion of required reports and observations

• Communication: Clear communication with residents, staff, and emergency personnel as needed

• Reliability: Consistent attendance and punctuality for overnight shifts

• Discretion & Confidentiality: Impeccable judgment in handling sensitive information

• Problem-Solving: Ability to make sound decisions independently during overnight hours

• Compassion: Genuine care for residents’ wellbeing and sense of safety

• Mission Alignment: Commitment to serving child survivors of trafficking with dignity and respect

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to remain awake and alert for entire overnight shift (typically 8-12 hours)

• Residential home environment requiring regular walking throughout facility for safety checks

• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies, including physical intervention if necessary following approved protocols

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods

• Exposure to emotional intensity, trauma responses, and potential behavioral crises

• Work performed in trauma-informed environment serving vulnerable child survivors

• Overnight shift hours (typically 10pm-6am or similar)

• May require occasional overtime or schedule flexibility