Meaningful Day Program Support Specialist

Beacon Specialized Living; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

PTO 88 hours

Telehealth

401(k) match

Paid training

Employee discounts

Mental wellness app

LEAP program

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living in New Jersey is seeking a Day Program Professional to support adults with developmental disabilities in a structured daytime setting. You will lead engaging activities, build skills, and promote independence through community inclusion.

You will follow individual service plans, ensure health and safety, provide personal care and medication administration (training provided), transport participants, document daily progress, and collaborate with a compassionate team to

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

Compassionate

Dependable

Team oriented

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living in New Jersey is seeking a Day Program Professional to support adults with developmental disabilities in a structured daytime setting. You will lead engaging activities, build skills, and promote independence through community inclusion.

You will follow individual service plans, ensure health and safety, provide personal care and medication administration (training provided), transport participants, document daily progress, and collaborate with a compassionate team to