Program Lead

Merakey • Honey Brook Township, PA

7d • $21

About The Position

The Program Lead plays a critical role in the day-to-day management and
oversight of specific programs or services within their identified Division.
Reporting to the Program Manager, this position is responsible for coordinating
program activities, supervising program staff, and ensuring the delivery of
high-quality services to program participants. This role may manage a caseload
of their own.
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an
extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We
are seeking a Program Lead to join our team at our program.
If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to
be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!
Our ideal Program Lead candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term
impacts on their individuals lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and
coaching others to achieve their goals. Be a part of fostering a true sense of
pride in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities,
such as housekeeping and laundry. Your work is performed in accordance with
appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews
results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents’
responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports, and periodic meetings. Make
a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by
assisting with daily and personal activities.
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit
provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to
individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual
has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our
decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing
the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance
policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity
and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,
marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status.
Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the
communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds
to apply.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. OR 4 -5 years' experience working in a human services residential setting
• 1-3 total years of experience required
• Willingness to obtain NADSP Certification obtained within first year of hire, if required

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support, and direction to staff members
• Assign duties and responsibilities to staff based on program needs and individuals’ strengths
• Conduct regular check-ins and provide feedback to staff regarding performance and areas for improvement
• Ensure the safety and security of clients and staff by enforcing program policies and procedures
• Monitor client behavior and intervene as necessary to de-escalate conflicts or address concerns
• Respond to emergencies or crises effectively, following established protocols and seeking assistance as needed

Benefits

• Merakey offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plan, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees