House-Lead

FAST-TRANS SUPPORTED COMMUNITY LIVI; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

Fast-Trans Supported Community Living in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring a full-time House Lead to support individuals on the ID, BI, or HAB waivers, helping them thrive at home and in the community.

You will oversee daily home operations, mentor DSP staff, and ensure services are delivered safely, with a person-centered approach. First shift 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, every other weekend required.

Benefits include a 401(k), 401(k) matching, advancement opportunities, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DSP, caregiver, or in a similar human services role.
• Compassion, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Dependability and strong follow-through.
• Ability to lead by example and support staff professionally.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Commitment to providing care with dignity, respect, and a person-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Support personal care, daily living skills, independence, and community involvement.
• Help maintain daily house routines, including appointments, transportation, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and household needs.
• Mentor, train, and support Direct Support Professionals in the home.
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure shifts are covered while minimizing overtime.
• Complete and monitor daily notes, incident reports, behavior tracking, ADLs, and compliance tasks.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to staff to promote quality care.
• Communicate household needs, maintenance, supplies, and client updates to management.
• Assist with client progress reports, ISP meetings, assessments, and related duties.
• Use positive support and de-escalation strategies to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

DSP experience

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Documentation

Caregiving

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Make a Difference. Lead a Team. Support Independence.

Are you passionate about helping others live their best life while also taking on a leadership role? Join our team at Fast-Trans as a House Lead and play a key role in supporting individuals on the ID, BI, or HAB waiver to thrive at home and in their community.

As a House Lead, you'll provide direct support to individuals while helping oversee the daily operation of the home, mentor DSP staff, and ensure services are delivered in a safe, organized, and person-centered way.

Current Openings

We are currently seeking full-time House Leads for our group homes.

First shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

Every other weekend is required.

What You'll Do

As a House Lead, you'll work directly with individuals and staff to:

• Support personal care, daily living skills, independence, and community involvement.
• Help maintain daily house routines, including appointments, transportation, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and household needs.
• Mentor, train, and support Direct Support Professionals working in the home.
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure shifts are covered while helping minimize overtime.
• Complete and monitor required documentation, including daily notes, incident reports, behavior tracking, ADLs, and other compliance-related tasks.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to staff to promote consistency and quality care.
• Communicate household needs, maintenance concerns, supplies, and client-related updates to management.
• Assist with client progress reports, intake processes, ISP meetings, assessments, and other assigned duties.
• Use positive support and de-escalation strategies to help maintain a safe and supportive environment.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-driven work - every day you'll make a lasting impact.
• Leadership opportunity - help guide and support DSPs in the home.
• Skill building - grow your experience in caregiving, compliance, scheduling, documentation, and team leadership.
• Team support - work closely with the Program Manager, Quality Assurance, administrative staff, guardians, case managers, and other providers.
• Training provided - we invest in your growth and success.

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a DSP, caregiver, or in a similar human services role required
• Compassion, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Dependability and strong follow-through.
• Ability to lead by example and support staff professionally.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Commitment to providing care with dignity, respect, and a person-centered approach.