Student Life Technician for the Blind/VI, USDB
UHS - Utah State Historical Society · Ogden, UT, US
About the role
The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an employment opportunity with our school. We are seeking a dedicated and dependable candidate for a Student Life Technician - overnight position supporting students who are blind or visually impaired in our Bridges residential program.
This position is for the 26-27 school year.
Roles and Responsibilities: As the Overnight Student Life Technician you will:
- Conduct regular supervision checks on students throughout the night, ensuring their safety and well-being while they sleep
- Respond promptly and follow prescribed procedures in emergency situations
- Report medical problems to medical staff and assist in rendering emergency and maintenance health care under the direction or a registered nurse
- Provide custodial support, including light cleaning of the residences, laundry, and dishes
- Complete preparation projects for the Residential Life program as assigned
- Assist students with nighttime routines as needed (e.g., dressing for bed, toileting, communication)
- Monitor and support student behavior as prescribed by written interventions
- Record corresponding data and report student progress to staff as needed
- Communicate with residential and school staff regarding student needs
- Follow all residential safety procedures, including accessibility best practices for students who are blind or visually impaired
- Perform other duties as assigned
Work Schedule
In coordination with the school year, August - June, 5 nights per week, 40 hours weekly. Overnight shift: 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning (Sunday 11:00 p.m. through Friday 7:00 a.m.). This position is for the 26-27 school year.