Residential Lead- Santee

Company: The Arc San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Now Hiring: Residential Lead: Full Time, Great benefits, paid training, and meaningful impact every day Schedule: Sun- Thur 12p-8p Pay: The pay for this position is $21.00 to $21.65 About the Role: We are seeking a Residential Lead to guide and support a team that provides daily care and skill?building to adults with IDD in a residential setting. You’ll help residents with personal care (dressing, bathing), meal preparation, transportation to activities, and teaching essential life skills that build independence. You’ll also join residents on fun community outings and help create a positive, engaging home environment. In this role, you’ll work closely with the supervisor to support daily operations, provide direction and training to residential specialists, and ensure the home runs smoothly and safely. Who You Are: Believe in empowering individuals in living their most independent lives A strong communicator and team player who fosters a positive home environment Organized and dependable, with an eye for safety and compliance Adaptable and able to step into a leadership role when needed A Typical Day will Include: Supporting residents with daily living activities and personal care Leading engaging activities that promote independence and socialization Administering medications as necessary Assisting in training and supporting residential staff Ensuring safety, compliance, and accurate documentation What You’ll Need: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Must meet, at minimum, one of the following criteria: Possession of a valid vocational nurse or psychiatric technician license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners. Completion of at least 30 college or university units in education, social services, behavioral sciences, health sciences, or related fields, AND six (6) months experience providing direct support to developmentally disabled persons. Eighteen (18) months experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled person under the supervision of a qualified intellectual disability professional. Valid California Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and a clean driving record. We’d Love it if You: Have experience with case management systems (Therap preferred) Are bilingual in English and Spanish Have previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role Benefits & Perks: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid training, employee perks, and more! If you’re a compassionate leader who wants to make a real impact, apply today! ARCRESMNG

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