Direct Care Program Lead
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Must be 18 years old.
- Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. OR 4 -5 years' experience working in a human services residential setting 1-3 total years of experience required.
- Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification obtained within first year of hire, if required.
Position
Position: Direct Care Program Lead
Location
Location: Chambersburg, PA
Pay Rate
Pay Rate: $19
Schedule
Shift: 2nd shift 4 pm - 12 am
Specific Job Functions
Acts as Lead staff and point person when on shift
Prepares and manages house schedules in coordination with the Program Manager
Direct Care responsibilities to include but not limited to ADL's, food preparation/feeding, maintaining required supervision requirements
Medication management and administration
Incident Management in coordination with Program Manager and QCO
Manages all household needs to include but not limited to menu development, grocery shopping, housekeeping
Ensures ongoing upkeep and maintenance of assigned home
Ensures overall cleanliness ongoing
Daily maintenance needs (lightbulbs, filter cleanings, etc.)
Identifies needed repairs and submits maintenance requests
Staff Management
Provide guidance, support, and direction to staff members
Assign duties and responsibilities to staff based on program needs and individuals' strengths
Conduct regular check-ins and provide feedback to staff regarding performance and areas for improvement
Client Care and Safety
Ensure the safety and security of clients and staff by enforcing program policies and procedures
Monitor client behavior and intervene as necessary to de-escalate conflicts or address concerns
Respond to emergencies or crises effectively, following established protocols and seeking assistance as needed
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits