Team Lead | Group Homes

Benchmark Human Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a qualified Team Leader for a Swedesboro, NJ group home to supervise Direct Support Professionals and coordinate staffing with a focus on person-centered care.

The role includes mentoring DSPs, attending training, supervising daily operations, and ensuring safety and rights for individuals with disabilities while working with a dedicated team in a community setting.

Qualifications

• At least one year of management experience.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled population.
• At least 2 years working in direct care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate individual served doctor's appointments.
• Assist in crisis situations.
• Assist in coordinating staffing coverage.
• Mentor/teach Direct Support Professionals how to work with individuals served.
• Monitor individuals served spending money and diet plans.
• Protect and honor the rights of people with disabilities.
• Ensure a safe and clean home for people served.
• Document data displaying individual goals and progression.
• Participate in ongoing professional training.

Skills

Team leadership

Crisis management

Mentoring staff

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. One of our group homes in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a qualified and caring person to work as a Team Leader. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Team Leader Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 3PM - 11PM

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

Responsibilities Include:

• Plan and execute individual served doctor's appointments
• Assist in crisis situations
• Assist in coordinating staffing coverage
• Mentor/teach Direct Support Professionals how to work with individuals served
• Monitor individuals served spending money
• Monitor proper diet and meal plan of person served
• Protect and honor the rights of people with disabilities
• Ensuring a safe and clean home for people served
• Develop a positive rapport while serving as a role model to create a safe and caring environment
• Assists the Program Coordinator in supervising, supporting and training DSP's
• Document data displaying the individual served goals and progression
• Assist in finding and participating in meaningful community activities
• Participate in on-going professional training

General Qualifications:

• At least one year of management experience
• Experience working with developmentally disabled population
• At least 2 years working in direct care
• Reliable transportation
• Valid auto insurance and driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer.

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