DAY PROGRAM COORDINATOR – ADULT DAY SERVICES WOW

Brightway Living & Learning; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning, a premier non-profit on Long Island, seeks a Day Program Coordinator to manage daily day programming operations and compliance with OPWDD regulations. The role requires a Bachelor’s in human services and 3+ years of supervisory experience within OPWDD services.

You will oversee staffing, program development, and billing documentation, ensuring safety and quality of programming. The position offers on-site work in Medford, NY with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, required.
• 3 years supervisory experience in OPWDD services.
• Knowledge of OPWDD Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of day programming.
• Identify interests and abilities; develop and monitor creative, person specific programming.
• Monitor program trends and formulate/implement plans of corrective actions as needed.
• Handle crisis situations according to emergency procedures and policies; provide protective oversight and advocacy.
• Directly supervise Program Manager and oversee staff hiring, training, supervision and evaluation.
• Ensure documentation to support daily units of service and timely weekly billing; ensure notes meet standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

OPWDD regulations knowledge

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

DAY PROGRAM COORDINATOR – ADULT DAY SERVICES WOW

Job Category: Clinical (300)

Requisition Number: DAYPR005457

• Posted : July 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary Range : $70,000 USD to $80,000 USD
• Salary : $70,000 USD per year

Locations

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Medford, NY 11763, USA

Description

DAY PROGRAM COORDINATOR – ADULT DAY SERVICES WOW

Full-Time, Salary $70,000 - $80,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available:

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non‑profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65‑year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: As a Day Program Coordinator, you will oversee all aspects of the daily operation of day programming including, but not limited to programmatic observations, ensuring functional and age‑appropriate programming is occurring, continually identifying/analyzing the individual’s interests and abilities and conducting functional assessments for the purpose of the developing, writing, implementation and monitoring of creative, person specific programming.

What You Bring to Brightway Living & Learning:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, required
• 3 years supervisory experience in OPWDD services
• Knowledge of OPWDD Regulations

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of day programming including but not limited to programmatic observations, ensuring functional and age appropriate programming is occurring.
• Continually identify/analyze the individual’s interests and abilities and conduct functional assessments for the purpose of the developing, writing, implementation and monitoring of creative, person specific programming, Individual Program plans and Behavior Support plans as needed.
• Identify programmatic trends and formulate/implement plans of corrective actions as needed.
• Handle crisis situations according to emergency procedures and policies. Provide protective oversight and advocacy. Complete incident reports as per 624 regulations and SCIP‑R reports as necessary. Conduct Administrative and other investigations as needed.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of DDI’s policies on the treatment of problem behavior and provide annual and as needed trainings to staff as required by DDI and OPWDD.
• Directly supervise Program Manager and oversight of program staff. Oversee the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of staff. Consistently manage staffing in a manner which provides fiscal integrity and appropriate safety oversight for their programs.
• Provide hands on instruction to individual’s served as needed.
• Oversee the facilitation of annual and semiannual meetings to ensure compliance with DDI and OPWDD regulations. Review ISP’s upon receipt to ensure accuracy of information within the plan.
• Ensure documentation to support daily units of service and complete accurate and timely weekly billing. Ensure that monthly notes meet DDI and OPWDD standards. Ensure procedure for securing billing and related documentation.
• Monitor program census and attendance statistics to ensure budgetary goals are met.
• Participate in the development of new program initiatives. Participate in Peer Review, Peer IRC, internal audits and committee’s responsibilities as required or requested.
• Ensure that parent/guardian consent for behavior support plans is obtained annually or following significant change to plan
• Must have the flexibility to provide supervision and oversight to programs operating after hours, if such programs are assigned 24/7 on‑call responsibilities.
• Maintain all required annual training/certifications. Complete training credits per Adult Services policy.

What You Must Be Able to Do:

• Modify the area to secure the safety i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.
• Lift/move/carry 20 lbs.
• Run after an individual up to 500 feet
• Run to a program in need up to 500 feet
• Kneel, twist and bend
• Respond to fire alarms
• Perform all physical SCIP techniques.

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

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