Day Program Lead - Meaningful Day Activities & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Lawrenceville (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentives

403b Retirement

Career Growth

Tuition Reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Mercer County, New Jersey, seeks an experienced Day Program Manager to lead a team delivering person-centered habilitation services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role focuses on developing and implementing daily activities, coordinating community-based programs, and overseeing staff.

Starting pay is $46,000 per year. The manager will supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, communicate with families, and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years’ full-time work experience supporting people with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed.
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
• Assist with obtaining and processing referrals
• Develop and implement activity programs including the Meaningful Day curriculum
• Communicate with the families and guardians of individuals we support as needed
• Ensure individuals are supported by their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Mercer County, New Jersey, seeks an experienced Day Program Manager to lead a team delivering person-centered habilitation services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role focuses on developing and implementing daily activities, coordinating community-based programs, and overseeing staff.

Starting pay is $46,000 per year. The manager will supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, communicate with families, and maintain accurate