Program Services - Support Leader

Step Into Leadership

At Community Access Unlimited (CAU), we help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) live as independently as possible, in apartments of their own and as part of their communities.

As a Support Leader, you'll assist the Director with running the day-to-day operations of one of our Group Homes. You'll lead a small team of part-time direct support staff, make sure the people we serve get great support, and keep the program organized, safe, and on track. It's an ideal next step for an experienced DSP ready to lead.

Position at a Glance

Title: Support Leader

Location: Union County, NJ

Pay: $22.49 per hour

Schedule: 3 p.m.–11 p.m.; days vary based on program needs

What You'll Do

Lead your team

• Supervise and support part-time direct support staff in your program.
• Follow agency HR practices for scheduling, coaching, and documentation.
• Model respectful, caring interactions with the people we serve.

Support the people we serve

• Make sure everyone is safe and healthy, including correct medication administration.
• Protect and carefully track each person's finances.
• Help people find meaningful work and recreation.
• Make sure each person's annual support plan is completed and followed.
• Provide hands-on support when needed.

Keep the program running well

• Keep the program organized and meeting agency and licensing standards.
• Take part in quality reviews and use them to improve the program.
• Keep records up to date in our electronic health record.
• Cooperate with any agency or state inspections or reviews.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience working with adults with disabilities.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office.
• Reliable car for work purposes.
• Ability to pass required background checks, including fingerprinting.

Why Join CAU

Since 1979, Community Access Unlimited has helped adults with disabilities and at-risk youth across New Jersey live full, independent lives. Today we support more than 5,000 individuals, and we're still growing.

• Purpose you can see. You'll lead the team that helps people live independently in their own apartments.
• A mission-driven culture. We put the people we serve first, which means we value inclusion, choice, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Room to grow. Paid training, tuition assistance, and a tuition discount at Kean University (if eligible) help you build your career here.
• Competitive pay and benefits. Full-time staff receive medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and more.

Ready to Lead?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a team that makes a difference, apply today.

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.