HouseLead

FAST-TRANS SUPPORTED COMMUNITY LIVI; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

FAST-TRANS SUPPORTED COMMUNITY LIVI in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks full-time House Leads for its group homes. In this role, you'll provide personal care and support to individuals with disabilities while overseeing daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring a safe environment. The position requires experience in human services and a commitment to compassion and respect. Benefits include 401(k) matching, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DSP, caregiver, or in a similar human services role required.
• Dependability and strong follow-through are essential.
• Ability to lead by example and support staff professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support personal care, daily living skills, and community involvement.
• Mentor Direct Support Professionals working in the home.
• Complete and monitor required documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Compassion

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

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

• 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.