Program Lead

Merakey; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead to join our team in Middletown, NY. You will act as the lead staff on shift, coordinate house schedules with the Program Manager, and provide direct care including ADL support, meal preparation, and supervision to residents.

You will manage medication administration, respond to incidents with the Program Manager and QCO, and oversee household operations such as menu planning, shopping, and cleaning to ensure safety and well‑being of clients in a residential

Qualifications

• Must have verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• 1-3 total years of experience in a human services residential setting or at least 2 verifiable years recent IDD experience
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification within first year of hire, if required

Responsibilities

• Act as Lead staff and point person on shift.
• Prepare and manage house schedules with Program Manager.
• Direct care tasks including ADL, meal prep, and supervision requirements.
• Medication management and administration.
• Incident management with Program Manager and QCO.
• Manage household needs: menu, groceries, housekeeping.
• Oversee upkeep and cleanliness of the home and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Decision making

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• 1-3 total years of experience working in a human services residential setting or at least 2 verifiable years recent IDD experience
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification obtained within first year of hire, if required

Program Lead

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

Schedule

Monday 8am-4pm, Tuesday-Friday 3pm-11pm

Salary

Earn $19.75 per/hour

Must Possess

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Staff Management

• Provide guidance, support, and direction to staff members
• Assign duties and responsibilities to staff based on program needs and individuals' strengths
• Conduct regular check-ins and provide feedback to staff regarding performance and areas for improvement

Client Care And Safety

• Ensure the safety and security of clients and staff by enforcing program policies and procedures
• Monitor client behavior and intervene as necessary to de-escalate conflicts or address concerns
• Respond to emergencies or crises effectively, following established protocols and seeking assistance as needed

Specific Job Functions

• Acts as Lead staff and point person when on shift
• Prepares and manages house schedules in coordination with the Program Manager
• Direct Care responsibilities to include but not limited to ADL's, food preparation/feeding, maintaining required supervision requirements
• Medication management and administration
• Incident Management in coordination with Program Manager and QCO
• Manages all household needs to include but not limited to menu development, grocery shopping, housekeeping
• Ensure ongoing upkeep and maintenance of assigned home
• Ensures overall cleanliness ongoing
• Daily maintenance needs (lightbulbs, filter cleanings, etc.)
• Identifies needed repairs and submits maintenance requests

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states across the country each year.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!