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Direct Care Program Lead at Merakey

Department: IDD - Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

Compensation

$19 – $21/hr

Location
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt
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Summary from listing

Merakey is hiring a Direct Care Program Lead in Pottsville, Pennsylvania to manage and oversee a residential program or service division. Reporting to the Program Manager, the role coordinates program activities, manages a caseload, supervises staff, ensures client safety, handles incidents and emergencies, and performs direct care including ADLs, medication administration, supervision, household management, and maintenance. The position pays $19.48 per hour, with an Enhanced Pay Option at $21.48 per hour, and offers a first-shift schedule Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with other shifts as needed. Candidates must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or GED or four to five years of human-services residential experience, and have 1–3 years of experience; NADSP certification may be required within the first year.

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