House Lead

Ability Matters, LLC; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Ability Matters, LLC in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a hands-on House Lead who will mentor Direct Support Professionals while remaining actively involved in direct support, ensuring shifts run smoothly and individuals receive high-quality, person-centered services.

This leadership role emphasizes professionalism, accountability, and compassionate interactions; you will lead daily support, coach staff, monitor documentation and safety, respond to challenges, and build strong relationships with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher (Bachelor's preferred).
• Two years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Leadership or scheduling experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Evening, weekend, and emergency availability.

Responsibilities

• Lead Daily Support: provide direct support while ensuring shifts run smoothly and individuals receive high-quality, person-centered services.
• Coach & Support Staff: train and mentor Direct Support Professionals while reinforcing best practices and positive team culture.
• Ensure Quality Care: monitor documentation, home safety, and Individual Service Plan implementation.
• Problem-Solve in Real Time: address daily challenges, respond to changing needs, and maintain consistency across shifts.
• Build Positive Relationships: communicate with families, coworkers, and teams while serving as a trusted resource within the home.
• Model Excellence: lead through professionalism, accountability, compassion, and respectful interactions with individuals and teammates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Schedule management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's preferred

Job description

Pay: $20-$23/hour

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Columbus, OH

Lead a Team & Make a Real Impact

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. We are not a home health agency. We are a community inclusion organization.

As a House Lead, you'll work alongside your team to ensure individuals receive exceptional support while coaching staff, solving problems in real time, and helping each day run smoothly.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys mentoring others while remaining actively involved in direct support.

What You'll Do

• Lead Daily Support: Provide direct support while helping ensure each shift runs smoothly and individuals receive high-quality, person-centered services.
• Coach & Support Staff: Train and mentor Direct Support Professionals while reinforcing best practices and positive team culture.
• Ensure Quality Care: Monitor documentation, home safety, and Individual Service Plan implementation.
• Problem-Solve in Real Time: Address daily challenges, respond to changing needs, and help maintain consistency across shifts.
• Build Positive Relationships: Communicate with families, coworkers, and teams while serving as a trusted resource within the home.
• Model Excellence: Lead through professionalism, accountability, compassion, and respectful interactions with individuals and teammates.

Who Thrives Here

• Natural leaders who enjoy coaching others
• Team players who lead by example
• Organized professionals who remain calm under pressure
• Individuals passionate about supporting people and developing staff

Qualifications

• High school diploma required (Bachelor's preferred)
• Two years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Leadership or scheduling experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Evening, weekend, and emergency availability

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention
• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals
• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years
• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics
• Diversity in Business Award winner
• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

Ready to Make a Difference?

• If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career where you can grow, we’d love to meet you.