Stepping Stone House Supervisor

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Training and Professional Develop

Job summary

Stepping Stones, a residential program dedicated to safe and supportive services for children and adolescents, seeks a House Supervisor to lead a licensed residential home, supervise care staff, and ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care. The role emphasizes structured, therapeutic environments and regulatory compliance within PA Chapter 3800 standards.

The House Supervisor will guide daily operations, coordinate programming, support families and schools, and participate in treatment team

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree and 1 year of work experience with children or an associate degree with 3 years of experience with children.
• Minimum of two years of experience in residential child care, youth services, behavioral health, foster care, or related fields.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required clearances, certifications, and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight of all operations within an assigned residential home.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and support Youth Care Specialists and direct care staff.
• Ensure a safe, structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment for residents.
• Coordinate daily residential programming aligned with individual service plans and treatment goals.
• Conduct staff orientation, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing development.
• Maintain staffing schedules and staff-to-resident ratios.
• Monitor compliance with regulations, policies, and licensing requirements.
• Lead staff during behavioral incidents, crises, and emergency responses.
• Review incident reports, progress notes, and medication records.

Skills

Staff development

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 1 year experience with children

Associate degree + 3 years experience with children

Tools

Electronic health records

Regulatory documentation

Job description

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Allentown, PA, US

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Stepping Stonesresidential services is seekingan experienced, compassionate, and dedicated professional to join our team as a House Supervisor. If you are passionate about leading residential teams and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents, we invite you to become part of an organization committed to providing safe, nurturing, and person-centered residential care. The House Supervisor serves as the primary leader within an assigned residential home, ensuring high-quality care, staff development, and regulatory compliance.

Job Summary

The House Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation, management, and oversight of an assigned residential home serving children and adolescents with Intellectual and/or Autism Disabilities. This position provides leadership to direct care staff, ensures the safety and well-being of residents, promotes trauma-informed and person-centered care, and maintains compliance with Pennsylvania Chapter 3800 regulations and agency policies. The House Supervisor serves as a role model, coach, and leader while fostering a structured, therapeutic, and supportive residential environment.

Job Duties

• Provide direct oversight of all operations within an assigned residential home


• Supervise, coach, mentor, and support Youth Care Specialists and direct care staff


• Ensure a safe, structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment for residents


• Coordinate daily residential programming and activities aligned with individual service plans and treatment goals


• Conduct staff orientation, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing development


• Maintain appropriate staffing schedules and ensure required staff-to-resident ratios


• Monitor compliance with Pennsylvania Chapter 3800 regulations, agency policies, and licensing requirements


• Support the implementation of trauma-informed, strength-based, and person-centered care practices


• Lead staff during behavioral incidents, crisis situations, and emergency responses


• Review and monitor incident reports, progress notes, medication records, and other required documentation


• Ensure the rights, dignity, privacy, and personal preferences of residents are respected


• Conduct routine inspections to ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper operation of the residence


• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with families, schools, therapists, case managers, and community providers


• Prepare reports regarding resident progress, staff performance, operational concerns, and compliance requirements


• Participate in the agency's on-call rotation and provide leadership support as needed

Schedule

• Full-Time


• Flexibility required to meet the needs of 24/7 residential program


• Evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities required


• Exempt position

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of work experience with children; or


• Associate degree or 60 college credits from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of work experience with children

Additionally:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in residential child care, youth services, behavioral health, foster care, juvenile justice, human services, or a related field


• Experience working with children or adolescents exhibiting behavioral, emotional, developmental, or intellectual disabilities


• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record


• Ability to obtain and maintain all required clearances, certifications, and training

Preferred:

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience


• Experience working in a Pennsylvania licensed residential facility


• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Chapter 3800 regulations


• Experience with electronic health records and regulatory documentation

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

About Us

Stepping Stones is a residential program dedicated to providing safe, supportive, and child-centered services that help children and adolescents build brighter futures. Our team works together to create a structured and therapeutic environment where young people with disabilities can develop skills, confidence, and stability.The House Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in ensuring each residence operates as a nurturing home where children can heal, grow, and thrive.

Stepping Stones is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Stepping Stones does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Stepping Stones is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances in accordance with applicable law. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are prohibited and will not be tolerated.