Team Lead | Group Homes

Benchmark Human Services • Manchester, NH

76d • $23 - $26

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is hiring a Team Lead to support individuals’ services, safety, and pursuit of their personal goals in community-based, high-behavior group home programs. The Team Lead performs all the functions of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and assists the Residential Manager in ensuring quality services, the health and safety of individuals served, and DSP training, support, and supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Access to a vehicle in good operating order and proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DSP training, support, and supervision.
• Support program- and house-specific orientation.
• Support staff training.
• Mentor new staff during their shadowing period.
• Provide ongoing coaching and role modeling for staff.
• Support staff meetings.
• Help develop and manage staffing schedules in accordance with the Plan of Care.
• Assist with management of program and individual documentation.
• Complete, collect, review, submit, and/or track documentation.
• Assist with individual medication and healthcare coordination functions.
• Assist with finances.
• Ensure the individual’s home is safe, clean, and in good repair.
• Monitor proper diet, meal planning, and shopping.
• Ensure monthly safety drills are conducted.
• Assist in crisis situations.
• Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to a supervisor or department head.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Referral bonuses.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and sick time pay.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee discounts with various vendors.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED