House Lead

House Lead

Pay: $20–$23/hour

Schedule:

Full-time

Location:

Columbus, OH

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. We are not a home health agency. We are a community inclusion organization.

As a House Lead, you'll work alongside your team to ensure individuals receive exceptional support while coaching staff, solving problems in real time, and helping each day run smoothly.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys mentoring others while remaining actively involved in direct support.

• Lead Daily Support:
  Provide direct support while helping ensure each shift runs smoothly and individuals receive high-quality, person-centered services.
• Coach & Support Staff:
  Train and mentor Direct Support Professionals while reinforcing best practices and positive team culture.
• Ensure Quality Care:
  Monitor documentation, home safety, and Individual Service Plan implementation.
• Problem-Solve in Real Time:
  Address daily challenges, respond to changing needs, and help maintain consistency across shifts.
• Build Positive Relationships:
  Communicate with families, coworkers, and teams while serving as a trusted resource within the home.
• Model Excellence:
  Lead through professionalism, accountability, compassion, and respectful interactions with individuals and teammates.

• Natural leaders who enjoy coaching others
• Team players who lead by example
• Organized professionals who remain calm under pressure
• Individuals passionate about supporting people and developing staff

• High school diploma required (Bachelor's preferred)
• Two years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Leadership or scheduling experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Evening, weekend, and emergency availability

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention
• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals
• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years
• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics
• Diversity in Business Award winner
• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership