Program Lead — Care Services & Team Oversight

Merakey; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup care

Professional development

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Greensburg, PA to oversee day-to-day program operations and staff on shift. The role includes coordinating activities, ensuring high-quality services, and may involve managing a caseload of participants.

Strong communication, team leadership, and crisis-handling abilities are essential. The position requires supervising staff, scheduling, medication administration, and maintaining safety and program policies.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Lead staff and point person when on shift.
• Prepares and manages house schedules in coordination with the Program Manager.
• Direct Care responsibilities including ADLs, food prep/feeding, supervision.
• Medication management and administration.
• Incident management with Program Manager and QCO.
• Manage household needs including menu planning, shopping, and housekeeping.
• Ensure upkeep and maintenance of the home and daily cleanliness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Prioritization & multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–3 years in Human Services

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Greensburg, PA to oversee day-to-day program operations and staff on shift. The role includes coordinating activities, ensuring high-quality services, and may involve managing a caseload of participants.

Strong communication, team leadership, and crisis-handling abilities are essential. The position requires supervising staff, scheduling, medication administration, and maintaining safety and program policies.