Lead Direct Care Supervisor - Behavioral Health (7am-3pm)

Optimum Performance Institute Houston; Needville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mastery Program

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Life & Disability

401(k) with Match

PTO & Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Optimum Performance Institute Houston is seeking a Direct Care Shift Supervisor in Needville, TX, to lead our Direct Support Mentors within a Residential Treatment Program. This on-site role focuses on creating a structured, supportive environment for young adults 18–28 as they work through trauma and gain life skills.

You will supervise, mentor, and train staff, ensuring high standards of care and timely documentation while coordinating with leadership and the treatment team.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's in Human Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred; training provided if needed.
• Background checks: pre-employment drug screening and federal/state checks required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and support Direct Support Mentors during shifts.
• Train new staff and reinforce best practices.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for young adult clients.
• Respond to client needs, concerns, and crises while modeling professional boundaries.
• Oversee daily shift operations: staffing, scheduling, and program activities.
• Ensure accurate documentation: progress notes, incident reports, shift logs.
• Communicate updates to leadership and treatment team.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Crisis management

Professionalism

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Human Services/ Psychology/ Criminal Justice (preferred)

Job description

Optimum Performance Institute Houston is seeking a Direct Care Shift Supervisor in Needville, TX, to lead our Direct Support Mentors within a Residential Treatment Program. This on-site role focuses on creating a structured, supportive environment for young adults 18–28 as they work through trauma and gain life skills.

You will supervise, mentor, and train staff, ensuring high standards of care and timely documentation while coordinating with leadership and the treatment team.