Day Program Specialist: Lead Activities & Grow with LEAP

Beacon Specialized Living; Montrose (Susquehanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Telehealth access

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid training

Perkspot discounts

Mental wellness app

Professional development

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Day Program Professional to support individuals in a structured daytime setting, leading engaging activities, building skills and promoting independence and community inclusion.

You will implement individual service plans, ensure health and safety during program hours and transportation, provide personal care and medication administration (training provided), and document progress toward personal goals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• GED or High School Diploma.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured activities including social, recreational, and community-based programming
• Support individuals in building independence, social skills, and daily living skills
• Implement individual service plans and support progress toward personal goals
• Ensure health, safety, and dignity of individuals during program hours, transportation, and community outings
• Provide personal care and administer medications as needed (training provided)
• Promote inclusion and positive community engagement
• Utilize crisis prevention and intervention strategies to support individuals safely
• Complete required documentation including daily logs and incident reports
• Transport individuals and supervise activities in community settings
• Prepare meals and maintain a clean, organized home environment

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Dependable

Team-oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Day Program Professional to support individuals in a structured daytime setting, leading engaging activities, building skills and promoting independence and community inclusion.

You will implement individual service plans, ensure health and safety during program hours and transportation, provide personal care and medication administration (training provided), and document progress toward personal goals.