Residential Services Team Leader
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Healthcare
Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Human Services/ Social Work, Caregiver
About Bright Path Human Services
Bright Path Human Services is a mission-driven organization providing residential and community-based supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our work is grounded in our core values:
Compassion, Integrity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Equity & Social Justice, and Accountability.
The Residential Services Team Leader plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality supports and smooth day-to-day operations within residential programs. This position serves as a supervisor/mentor to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), providing guidance, training, and oversight to ensure that each individual supported receives compassionate, person-centered care consistent with Bright Path’s mission.
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct care and support to individuals in residential programs, promoting independence and community inclusion. This position is a full-time position. Each Team Leader is assigned 32 hours of Direct Care and 8 hours of administrative time a week.
- Serve as a role model/mentor/supervisor for DSP staff, assisting with training, onboarding, and daily guidance.
- Complete weekly programmatic schedules.
- Monitor documentation for accuracy and compliance, including daily notes, incident reports, and medication records.
- Communicate effectively with team members, Program Manager, and clinical staff regarding individual needs and progress.
- Assist with implementation of ISPs (Individual Support Plans) and behavior support strategies.
- Ensure adherence to all Bright Path policies, ODP 6400 regulations, and health/safety standards.
- Participate in on‑call rotations or emergency coverage as assigned.
- Support a positive, team-oriented culture within the home and organization.
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Direct Support Professional or equivalent role in human services.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to guide and support a team.
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation required.
- Ability to complete and maintain all ODP-required trainings and clearances.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability and willingness to obtain FLS certification through the NADSP within 6 months of employment (Company Paid).
- Competitive hourly wage
- Paid training and career development opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Employee recognition and advancement opportunities.
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