Program Lead

Earn $19.50 per hour

Schedule

2nd Shift, with weekends: Tue–Sat, 1:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 1–3 total years of experience working in a human-services residential setting
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification within the first year of hire, if required
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

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

Specific Job Functions

• Act as Lead staff and point person when on shift
• Prepare and manage house schedules in coordination with the Program Manager
• Direct Care responsibilities to include but not limited to ADLs, food preparation/feeding, maintaining required supervision requirements
• Medication management and administration
• Incident Management in coordination with Program Manager and QCO
• Manage all household needs to include but not limited to menu development, grocery shopping, housekeeping
• Ensure ongoing upkeep and maintenance of assigned home
• Ensure overall cleanliness on a daily basis
• Handle daily maintenance needs (lightbulbs, filter cleanings, etc.)
• Identify needed repairs and submit maintenance requests

Benefits

• 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

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.