Program Lead, Direct Care (Residential)

Merakey; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform and care resources

Backup care options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Learning platforms access

Job summary

Merakey in Shippensburg, PA is seeking a Direct Care Program Lead to supervise residential staff, coordinate daily schedules, and ensure safety and high-quality client care. The role includes medication management and incident response, as well as overseeing household operations.

The position is 1st shift (8 am–4 pm) with no weekends; candidates must be 18+, hold a HS diploma/GED (or have 4–5 years in a human services setting), and may pursue NADSP certification within the first year of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. or 4–5 years’ experience working in a human services residential setting.
• 1–3 total years of experience required.
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification within the first year of hire, if required.

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 include ADL’s, food preparation/feeding, maintaining supervision requirements.
• Medication management and administration.
• Incident management in coordination with Program Manager and QCO.
• Manages all household needs including menu development, grocery shopping, housekeeping.
• Ensures ongoing upkeep and maintenance of assigned home (cleanliness, daily maintenance, repairs).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Prioritize tasks

Decision making

Independent & collaborative work

Education

High School diploma or GED

4–5 years human services residential experience

Job description

Merakey in Shippensburg, PA is seeking a Direct Care Program Lead to supervise residential staff, coordinate daily schedules, and ensure safety and high-quality client care. The role includes medication management and incident response, as well as overseeing household operations.

The position is 1st shift (8 am–4 pm) with no weekends; candidates must be 18+, hold a HS diploma/GED (or have 4–5 years in a human services setting), and may pursue NADSP certification within the first year of hire.