Home Leader - Supported Living

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JOB TITLE: Home Leader – Supported Living 

DEPARTMENT: Community Living 

SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Program Manager(s) – Supported Living Assistant Director - Supported Living 

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Direct Support Professionals (day-to-day supervision) 

JOB STATUS: Fulltime, Non-Exempt 

SCHEDULE: To be determined; availability for first, second and third shifts required

Summary:

 

Provide day-to-day supervision and oversight of Supported Living home staff while ensuring high-quality, person-centered services for individuals served. This role combines direct support with some supervisory responsibilities to promote independence, health, safety, and meaningful community participation. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

Staff Supervision
• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
• Assist with staff training
• Provide coaching, modeling, and performance feedback to staff
• Ensure proper staffing coverage and assist with filling open shifts
• Assist in staff scheduling
• Communicate effectively with Program Managers and leadership regarding staff performance and concerns

Service Delivery & Support of Persons Served
• Support individuals in daily living skills, personal care, and household routines
• Facilitate community participation, recreation, and social engagement
• Provide or coordinate transportation to appointments, employment, and activities
• Assist with financial management tasks (e.g., budgeting, tracking expenses)
• Promote independence, self-advocacy, and informed decision-making
• Build and maintain relationships with families, providers, and community partners
• Schedule and attend medical and other essential appointments as needed
• Ensure medications are ordered, stored, and administered according to regulations
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency support as needed
• Ensure the overall safety and well-being of individuals served

Individual Support Plan (ISP) Oversight
• Monitor progress and support implementation of ISP goals and objectives
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust service strategies
• Ensure completion of goal tracking, behavior data, and medication records
• Support staff in accurate and timely documentation

Documentation & Administrative Duties
• Ensure completion of required documentation, including:

1. Daily logs and service notes

2. Medication records and audits

3. Safety drills and home inspections

4. Billing and tracking forms

• Review documentation regularly to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Maintain up-to-date client and staff records per state and agency guidelines 

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to supervise, coach, and support team members effectively
• Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and commitment to person-centered care
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of advocacy and support strategies for individuals with disabilities

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work every other weekend
• Ability to provide personal care (e.g., toileting, bathing, feeding) with dignity and respect
• Ability to assist with transfers and mobility support
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• On-call availability as required (24/7 support oversight)

• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

Certifications & Training Requirements:

• CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens certification 

• Certified Restraint Training

• Core A & B certification 

• Completion of required agency and regulatory trainings (e.g., Human Rights, Safety, Medication Administration)

Additional Information:  

For more information, please reach out to Chelsea Wild at View email address on us.fitly.work 

 $350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled a minimum of 20 hours per week for the sign on bonus.  

  Shift Differentials: Additional $0.50 for 2nd and 3rd shifts on week days; Additional $1.00 for weekends 

For a DSP Job Preview Video, click here . 

Rauch is a Drug-Free Workplace, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and a strong advocate of workforce diversity, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

 

Requirements:

Education/Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Experience in providing direct service to people with developmental disabilities or experience in a volunteer or teaching capacity with persons with developmental disabilities is desirable.