Program Lead - Oshkosh

CLARITY CARE INC•Oshkosh, WI

1d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Clarity Care is hiring a full-time Program Lead to guide residential caregiving teams and oversee group home operations in Oshkosh or Green Bay, Wisconsin. The role combines team leadership, residential operations, and hands-on Member care, supporting Members to live with dignity and independence. Compensation is up to $21 per hour based on experience, with an additional $1 per hour weekend premium. Paid training is provided. The Program Lead supervises, coaches, and supports residential caregiving staff; helps build a collaborative team; leads group home meetings; and partners with Human Resources on hiring, retention, and performance matters. The role coordinates daily home operations, supports compliance with applicable requirements, maintains documentation, communicates operational concerns, and ensures household routines reflect Members’ individual needs. The position also provides direct personal care and daily living support, including assistance with hygiene, mobility, transfers, meals, and household responsibilities. The Program Lead supports Members’ participation in social, recreational, and community activities and builds positive relationships with Members, families, and support teams. The posting gives several education and experience pathways. It specifies an associate degree or higher in a healthcare-related field; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in another field plus at least one year of qualifying healthcare experience involving direct contact with and teaching individuals with developmental disabilities; or a valid nursing home administrator’s license. Additional qualifications listed include being at least 21 years old, a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and auto insurance, meeting agency driving standards, and passing required caregiver background checks. The posting also lists a high school diploma or equivalent, supervisory experience, and experience with people with disabilities or other special needs among its qualifications.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Associate degree or higher in a healthcare-related field; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in another field plus at least one year of qualifying healthcare experience involving direct contact with and teaching individuals with developmental disabilities; or a valid nursing home administrator’s license.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and ability to meet agency driving standards.
Successful completion of required caregiver background checks, including Wisconsin caregiver background checks and applicable criminal record checks.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Hands-on caregiving experience and comfort providing personal care.
Ability to supervise staff, coordinate operations, and foster teamwork.
Sound judgment, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to person-centered care, dignity, and safety.
Knowledge of the human service system.
The qualifications section also lists a high school diploma or equivalent, or a bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
The qualifications section specifies two years of supervisory experience.
The qualifications section lists two years’ experience working with persons with disabilities and other special needs as preferred.
Experience in training or teaching is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience.
Two years’ experience working with persons with disabilities and other special needs.
Experience in training or teaching.
A bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, or equivalent experience, as listed in the qualifications section.

Responsibilities

Supervise, coach, and support residential caregiving staff.
Build a positive, collaborative team focused on quality Member care.
Lead group home meetings and communicate important updates.
Partner with Human Resources on hiring, retention, and performance matters.
Coordinate daily operations of a safe, welcoming residential home.
Support compliance with state, county, and organizational requirements.
Maintain required documentation and communicate operational concerns.
Ensure household routines reflect each Member’s individual needs.
Assist Members with bathing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, and daily living activities.
Support safe mobility and transfers according to individualized service plans.
Assist with meals, housekeeping, and household responsibilities as needed.
Promote Member dignity, independence, and personal choice.
Support Members in social, recreational, and community activities.
Encourage meaningful experiences that enhance independence and quality of life.
Build positive relationships with Members, families, and support teams.
Mentor and develop staff.