Adult Day Program Instructor: Empower Growth & Community

The Arc of Ocean County; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Mat

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

The Arc of Ocean County is hiring an Adult Day Program Instructor in Lakewood, New Jersey. This full-time role offers paid on-the-job training and the chance to help participants build daily living and social skills.

You will plan activities, support individual GOALS in ISPs, and promote community inclusion while ensuring safety and accurate recordkeeping. A NJ driver’s license and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license with no more than five (5) points.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Flexibility to participate in community-based programming and transportation responsibilities.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including assisting individuals with mobility and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead educational, recreational, vocational, and daily living skills activities that promote learning and social interaction.
• Adjust instructional approaches and activities to reflect each participant’s abilities, strengths, and preferred learning styles.
• Encourage participants to explore unfamiliar experiences, take part in activities, and build confidence through their achievements.
• Maintain an inclusive program atmosphere where everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to participate actively.
• Safely transport participants in agency vehicles for planned outings, appointments, and activities.
• Encourage opportunities for individuals to become more involved in their communities and experience greater inclusion.
• Help participants make progress toward the goals and objectives documented in their ISPs.
• Work with interdisciplinary team members to provide individualized, person-centered services.
• Encourage positive decision-making and the development of everyday living skills that promote independence.
• Complete daily documentation, progress notes, attendance records, medication administration records, and incident reports accurately and within required timelines.
• Follow agency procedures for participant health, safety, confidentiality, and care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Ocean County is hiring an Adult Day Program Instructor in Lakewood, New Jersey. This full-time role offers paid on-the-job training and the chance to help participants build daily living and social skills.

You will plan activities, support individual GOALS in ISPs, and promote community inclusion while ensuring safety and accurate recordkeeping. A NJ driver’s license and strong communication are essential.