Team Leader / House Manager (CILA Services)
Description
Empower People. Build Community. Lead with Purpose. At Aspire, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, connected, and fulfilling life. We are seeking a passionate and driven Team Leader / House Manager to lead residential support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in our community homes (CILA).
About the role
This is more than a management role — it is an opportunity to mentor teams, create life-changing experiences, and help people thrive in the communities they call home. If you are a compassionate leader who values dignity, accountability, teamwork, and person-centered support, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization.
What You’ll Do
As a Team Leader, you will oversee the daily operations of assigned community homes while leading and supporting Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
You will partner closely with Life Consultants and families to ensure each person receives exceptional, individualized support in a safe and empowering environment.
Lead, supervise, coach, and develop DSP team members
Manage staffing schedules and ensure proper support ratios
Conduct hiring, onboarding, training, evaluations, and performance management
Facilitate monthly team meetings and promote a collaborative culture
Provide on-call leadership support as scheduled
Ensure services align with each individual’s goals, dreams, and Individual Service Plan
Advocate for dignity, choice, independence, and community engagement
Support meaningful activities including recreation, fitness, education, hobbies, and social opportunities
Respond calmly and effectively to behavioral or medical crises
Maintain safe, clean, and welcoming home environments
Monitor compliance with medication administration, documentation, safety drills, and regulatory standards
Oversee household budgets, participant funds, LINK cards, and supply management
Ensure DSP training requirements and certifications remain current
Work a minimum of one direct support shift weekly to stay connected to home operations and provide service modeling
Provide support coverage as needed to ensure continuity of care
Requirements
A High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related field preferred
Minimum 1 year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Previous employee supervision or leadership experience preferred
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
Minimum age of 21
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems
The Ideal Candidate Is
A strong communicator and team builder
Calm under pressure and confident in decision-making
Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
Caregiving and person-centered
Passionate about community inclusion and disability advocacy
Flexible and dependable with a hands-on leadership style
Why Join Aspire?
Full-Time Benefits Include Medical Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal Time)
13 Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Disability & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Benefit Options
Salary Description
$55,536 annual