Senior Team Lead - Developmental Services (Residential)

Howard Center; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 55,280 - 67,565; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Two Dental options

Vision Insurance

Employer 401(k) contributions

Life, AD&D, Short/Long Term insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Childcare Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Champlain College truED

Wellness program

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Howard Center in Burlington, VT seeks a Senior Team Lead for Developmental Services (Residential). You will provide leadership, supervision and risk assessment across residential, day supports, crisis/clinical and family respite programs, guiding staff and program managers.

The role requires coordinating with clients, families and community partners, ensuring compliance with Medicaid and state/federal laws, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional.
• 6 years' experience in human services with at least 2 years with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• 2+ years supervising staff and overseeing other human service providers.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and training Program Manager and direct staff.
• Manages team budget.
• Use independent decision making and strong judgement in crisis situations.
• Communicate, organize and facilitate with clients, families, staff and partners.
• Abide by Medicaid, state and federal laws.
• Maintain strict documentation requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Documentation

Crisis management

Budget management

Writing skills

Education

Qualified Developmental Disability Professional

Tools

Electronic health records system

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on July 17, 2026

Locations

• Burlington, VT 05401, USA
• Hybrid
• Client Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO001436

Description

Senior Team Lead - Developmental Services (Residential):

Offer leadership, supervision, expertise and risk assessment in the areas of training for residential, day supports, crisis/clinical and family respite to program management and direct service staff that provide a broad array of services to clients with Developmental Disabilities. Facilitate, meditate and trouble shoot conflicts that arise between clients, families, other agencies, community partners and staff. Provide direct supervision to a team of up to 6 program managers.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and training Program Manager and direct staff
• Manages team budget
• Use independent decision making and strong judgement skills during crisis situations
• Communicate, organize and facilitate with a wide variety of people including: clients, families, support teams, community partners and potential/existing employers
• Abide by Medicaid, state and federal laws
• Maintain strict documentation requirements

Requirements

• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional
• 6 years' experience in human services with at least 2 years working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• 2 or more years of proven ability to supervise staff and oversee other human service providers
• Supervision of program managers and direct staff
• Ability to utilize electronic health records system
• Good writing skills for clinical documentation
• Acceptable driving record

Structure

• Full time
• Annual salary starting at $61,423
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Licenses & Certifications

• QDDP Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.