Day Support Professional

Anchor Behavioral Solutions; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Anchor Behavioral Solutions seeks a compassionate Day Support Professional to join our Day Habilitation team in Maplewood, NJ. You will provide hands-on training and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them engage in day program activities and their local community.

Responsibilities include implementing behavioral plans, data collection, and facilitating small and large group activities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience with people with developmental disabilities.
• Familiarity with behavioral day habilitation and/or social supports.
• Current CPR, Crisis Management, and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain).
• Successful criminal-history review and background check with clean driving record.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, assistance, and skills training based on individual needs
• Support clients in developing problem-solving, social, daily living, and leisure skills
• Implement behavioral strategies and collect data as outlined in service plans
• Facilitate small and large group activities in the day program and in community settings
• Teach and lead group sessions within the day habilitation environment
• Assist in creating weekly schedules and planning meaningful community-based activities
• Ensure smooth client transitions to and from the program each day
• Work cooperatively with all program staff and supervisors to meet individual client goals
• Promote social interaction, inclusion, and self-advocacy among clients
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold client confidentiality

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Smartphone literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Location Town of,Maplewood, NJ, 07040,United States

Base Pay $20.00 - $21.00 / Hour

Required Degree High school

Manage Others No

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description Anchor Behavioral Solutions is seeking a compassionate and dependable Day Support Professional to join our Day Habilitation team in Maplewood, NJ. The Day Support Professional provides hands-on training, education, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them build the skills necessary to engage meaningfully in day program activities and their local community. Support will be guided by each individual's service plan and may include areas such as problem-solving, adaptive behavior, daily living, social interaction, and leisure activities. The Day Support Professional will also assist in the implementation of behavioral plans, data collection, and engagement in both in-house and community-based experiences. This role requires enthusiasm, flexibility, and a commitment to fostering independence and dignity in the individuals served.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, assistance, and skills training based on individual needs

Support clients in developing problem-solving, social, daily living, and leisure skills

Implement behavioral strategies and collect data as outlined in service plans

Facilitate small and large group activities in the day program and in community settings

Teach and lead group sessions within the day habilitation environment

Assist in creating weekly schedules and planning meaningful community-based activities

Ensure smooth client transitions to and from the program each day

Work cooperatively with all program staff and supervisors to meet individual client goals

Promote social interaction, inclusion, and self-advocacy among clients

Maintain accurate documentation and uphold client confidentiality

Position Type

Full-Time

On-site role at the Day Habilitation program

Required Availability

Monday – Friday: 7 :15 AM – 3:30 PM

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

At least one (1) year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities

Familiarity with—or willingness to learn—behavioral day habilitation and/or social supports

Education Requirements

Minimum of a high-school diploma or equivalent

Training & Other Requirements

Current CPR, Crisis Management, and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain)

Completion of ABS new-hire training upon onboarding

Successful criminal-history review and background check with clean driving record

Familiarity with and access to smartphone technology

Valid driver’s license

Disclaimer: Once/If a position is offered, you will be required to complete a full ABS application

Summary

Benefits at Anchor Behavioral Solutions We value the well-being of our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees. Full-time team members are eligible for:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with company matching

Part-time employees are also eligible for paid time off. Eligibility for benefits begins once applicable requirements are met.