Program Lead - Residential Care Team Leader

Merakey; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 64,747,000 - 67,502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup care benefits

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Trenton, NJ to oversee day-to-day operations of assigned programs and ensure high-quality service delivery. Earn $23.00 per hour and report to the Program Manager, with potential caseload responsibilities and shift leadership.

The role requires 1–3 years in human services residential settings, HS diploma/G.E.D., and a willingness to pursue NADSP certification within the first year if required. Strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 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
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification obtained within 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 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

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Team leadership

Decision making

multitasking

Education

High School diploma / G.E.D.

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Trenton, NJ to oversee day-to-day operations of assigned programs and ensure high-quality service delivery. Earn $23.00 per hour and report to the Program Manager, with potential caseload responsibilities and shift leadership.

The role requires 1–3 years in human services residential settings, HS diploma/G.E.D., and a willingness to pursue NADSP certification within the first year if required. Strong interpersonal skills are essential.