Program Lead, Residential Care & Team Leadership

Merakey; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Care.com access

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Richmond, VA to oversee day-to-day program activities and staff. The role reports to the Program Manager and may manage a caseload. The position offers direct supervision of staff and hands-on duties.

Compensation starts at $20.86 per hour, with comprehensive benefits in a nonprofit setting. Applicants should have 1–3 years of relevant experience or a high school diploma/GED with equivalent work history.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High School diploma or GED, or 4–5 years' experience in a human services residential setting.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• NADSP Certification within first year if required.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Lead staff and point person on shift.
• Supervises DSPs and coordinates schedules with Program Manager.
• Direct care tasks including ADLs, meal prep, supervision.
• Medication management and administration.
• Incident management in coordination with Program Manager and QCO.
• Oversee household needs: menu, groceries, upkeep, repairs.

Skills

Staff leadership

Client safety

Shift lead

Medication management

Household management

Communication

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Program Lead in Richmond, VA to oversee day-to-day program activities and staff. The role reports to the Program Manager and may manage a caseload. The position offers direct supervision of staff and hands-on duties.

Compensation starts at $20.86 per hour, with comprehensive benefits in a nonprofit setting. Applicants should have 1–3 years of relevant experience or a high school diploma/GED with equivalent work history.