Residential Lead

Arc Sd; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

The Arc of San Diego is seeking a Residential Lead to guide a team in a residential setting for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living tasks, lead activities, and help residents build independence while ensuring safety and proper documentation.

Schedule: Sun - Thurs 12p-8p; Pay: $21.00 to $21.65 per hour. Location: Santee, CA. Prior leadership or mentoring experience is a plus, and bilingual English/Spanish is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Six months to 18 months of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Leading engaging activities that promote independence and socialization.
• Administering medications as necessary.
• Assisting in training and supporting residential staff.
• Ensuring safety, compliance, and accurate documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Safety/compliance

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

When you work at The Arc of San Diego, it’s not just a job… you’re joining a community and making a difference.

Overview

Join Our Passionate Team at The Arc of San Diego!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities? At The Arc of San Diego, we are the largest and most comprehensive provider of services in San Diego County, and we’re looking for dedicated individuals like you to join our diverse and dynamic team.

We believe in putting people first and creating meaningful days for our clients and each other. If you’re passionate about empowering others to live their most fulfilling and independent lives, and you’re excited about professional growth and continuous learning, we want you on our team!

About the Role:

We are currently hiring a Residential Lead to join our team. You and your team provide care and training to residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting – helping with dressing, bathing, cooking food, and transport to their daily activities, teaching them to adopt new skills and improve their independence. Together, you will also go on recreational outings, enjoying life out and about in the community. As the lead, you will assist the supervisor with the daily operations of the house and provide direction, training and support to the other residential specialists.

Schedule: Sun - Thurs 12p-8p

Pay: The pay for this position is $21.00 to $21.65

Location: Santee

Who you are:

• Believe in empowering individuals in living their most independent lives.
• A strong communicator and team player who fosters a positive home environment.
• Organized and dependable, with an eye for safety and compliance.
• Adaptable and able to step into a leadership role when needed.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid training, employee perks, and more!

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Leading engaging activities that promote independence and socialization.
• Administering medications as necessary.
• Assisting in training and supporting residential staff.
• Ensuring safety, compliance, and accurate documentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must meet, at minimum, one of the following criteria:
  • Possession of a valid vocational nurse or psychiatric technician license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners.
  • Completion of at least 30 college or university units in education, social services, behavioral sciences, health sciences, or related fields, AND six (6) months' experience providing direct support to developmentally disabled persons.
  • Eighteen (18) months' experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled person under the supervision of a qualified intellectual disability professional.
• Valid California Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

We’d love it if you:

• Have experience with case management systems (Therap preferred).
• Are bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Have previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role.