Direct Care Team Lead

At Bethesda at Wellspring, we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, independence, belonging, and purpose. As a Lead Direct Care Professional, you play a vital role in creating a home where individuals with developmental disabilities are known, valued, and supported each day. This is an opportunity for someone who chose this field because they believe in people—someone who understands that meaningful care is not about doing things for others, but about walking alongside them, encouraging growth, celebrating achievements, and helping create lives filled with choice, connection, and opportunity.

About the role

As the Lead Direct Care Professional, you will serve as both a caregiver and a leader. You will mentor and support Direct Care Professionals while helping ensure every individual receives compassionate, person-centered care that reflects their unique needs, preferences, and aspirations. Every day brings opportunities to make a difference by helping individuals navigate daily life while building relationships based on trust, respect, and understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support Direct Care Professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Provide direct support with personal care, medication administration, daily living activities, and community engagement.
• Coordinate appointments, transportation, and activities that encourage participation in the community.
• Help maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with care plans, medical orders, and regulatory requirements.
• Support meal planning and preparation while ensuring individual dietary preferences and needs are respected.
• Participate in the development of Individual Plans of Service (IPOS) and advocate for the needs and goals of residents.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
• Assist with quality assurance activities, emergency preparedness, medication audits, inventories, and other operational responsibilities that help the home run smoothly.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field preferred, or a professional license such as CNA—not required.
• Previous experience in direct care, healthcare, or a related support environment preferred.
• Leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• A commitment to person-centered care and maintaining the highest standards of quality and compassion.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• DailyPay access to your earnings when you need it.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Regular supervision and a team that truly collaborates.
• Employee assistance support through Wellspring SupportLinc.

Pay

Hourly rate of $20.50.

Schedule

• Full-time, Afternoon Shift (3:00pm - 11:00pm), Monday - Friday.
• On-call rotation approximately 1 or 2 weekends per month.
• Overtime may be necessary based on operational and resident needs.