Residential Home Supervisor (Full-Time) | Adolescent Behavioral Health

Wedgwood; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Wedgwood Christian Services seeks a Residential Home Supervisor for the VanderArk B Program, a trauma-informed residential environment for girls ages 12–17 with developmental needs. You will lead a direct care team, partner with clinicians, and ensure a safe, structured setting with ongoing staff development.

You will oversee operations, participate in interviewing, onboarding, and mentoring, and work to sustain high-quality care and positive outcomes for youth and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (or equivalent combination); leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Associate's degree with 3+ years in child-caring institution or HS diploma with 4+ years in child-caring institution considered.
• Familiarity with residential treatment programming and Developmental Care Specialist role; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a direct care team to ensure therapeutic, trauma-informed care.
• Collaborate with clinicians and leadership to maintain safe, structured environment and quality client care.
• Oversee program operations including staff scheduling, payroll, compliance, and training.
• Collaborate across departments and build relationships with families and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Coaching

Staff scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree

High School diploma

Job description

VanderArk B Program | Girls Ages 12–17 | Specialized program for girls with developmental disabilities

Why Wedgwood?

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest mental health and behavioral health problems in West Michigan. We serve children, teens, families, and adults through residential care, counseling services, and community programs.

Lead a Trauma-Informed Residential Treatment Team That Changes Lives

The VanderArk B Program provides a highly structured, trauma-informed residential environment for adolescent girls ages 12–17 who have a developmental or intellectual disability, and/or diagnosed with autism. Through evidence-based treatment, healthy relationship building, accountability, and skill development, youth are supported in making meaningful, lasting change.

As the Residential Home Supervisor, you'll lead the daily operations of the home while coaching and developing a direct care team. You'll partner closely with clinical leadership to create a safe, therapeutic environment where youth can heal, staff can grow professionally, and families can find hope for the future.

This role is ideal for an experienced leader who is passionate about developing others, fostering a positive team culture, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday during business hours, some on-call requirements.

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop Your Team

• Supervise, coach, and support a team of Developmental Care Specialists.
• Provide regular feedback, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
• Coordinate staff onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative team culture.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, and mentoring new employees and interns.

Support Exceptional Client Care

Partner with clinicians and program leadership to maintain a therapeutic, trauma-informed residential environment.

• Support staff in implementing individualized treatment plans and evidence-based interventions.
• Model effective relationship-building and professional treatment techniques.
• Ensure youth receive quality care while maintaining safety, structure, and consistency.

Oversee Program Operations

• Develop staff schedules and assist with payroll administration.
• Ensure compliance with licensing standards, agency policies, quality assurance expectations, and documentation requirements.
• Monitor training completion, regulatory requirements, inspections, and reporting.
• Oversee the home's physical environment, supplies, nutrition, and maintenance needs.
• Participate in on-call coverage to support staffing and program operations.

Collaborate Across the Organization

Work closely with clinicians, residential leadership, Human Resources, the Learning Institute, Nursing, Education, Recreation Therapy, and other departments.

• Lead and participate in team meetings focused on client care and staff development.
• Build positive relationships with families, community partners, and external stakeholders.
• Support agency initiatives, utilization efforts, and continuous quality improvement.

Background & Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited undergraduate college, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a child caring institution
  • -or- an Associate's degree and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a child caring institution
  • -or- a High School diploma and a minimum or four (4) Years of experience in a child caring institution
• Familiarity and identification with basic concepts of residential treatment programming and the role of the Developmental Care Specialist.
• Valid Drivers License
• Prior experience providing leadership, and working with interdisciplinary teams preferred.
• Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goal, purpose and objectives of the agency.

Benefits Include:

• 403(b) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance (up to 2x salary)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• On-site gymnasium & 24-hour wellness center
• Tuition discounts through community partnerships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful on-campus walking trail

Mission:

Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.

Core Values:

Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity