Day Services Program Director

Our House, Inc.•Bridgewater Township, NJ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Our House, Inc. is seeking a Day Services Program Director to lead its adult Day Services program in Bridgewater, New Jersey. The director oversees daily operations, develops and supports staff, promotes person-centered services, and ensures program quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This is a full-time, on-site leadership position with a regular Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; schedule adjustments may be needed based on program or agency needs. Frequent travel is required for participant transportation, program activities, community inclusion, and agency events. An agency vehicle is used when transporting individuals, and the director must travel between program locations and community destinations as needed. The role includes coordinating activities that support independence, skill development, community participation, and individual goals; reviewing Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and monitoring participant progress and attendance; and providing direct Day Habilitation support as needed. The director supervises and develops staff, maintains participant and operational records, and ensures compliance with New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), Medicaid, and agency requirements. Administrative responsibilities include staffing schedules, payroll entries, time-off requests, supplies, vehicle maintenance, inspections, emergency preparedness, and communicating operational needs to agency leadership. Our House, Inc. is a nonprofit whose mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences, employment services, day programs, social opportunities, and related supports. The position offers the opportunity to influence participant outcomes, staff development, person-centered programming, community inclusion, and program quality.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
At least 3 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
At least 2 years of administrative or supervisory experience.
Valid, full, unrestricted driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Our House, Inc. requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to supervise staff, manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate documentation.
Computer proficiency and ability to use electronic health records and other documentation systems.
Ability to complete and maintain required agency, DDD, and Medicaid training and certifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Rehabilitation, or a related field.
Experience as a Day Services Director, Day Program Manager, or in Day Habilitation leadership.
Experience in adult day programs, IDD services, or nonprofit human services.
Experience with staff scheduling, supervision, performance management, and training.
Experience with ISP development, person-centered planning, and participant goal tracking.
Knowledge of New Jersey DDD and Medicaid compliance, incident reporting, and quality assurance.
Experience with behavior support, de-escalation, and medication administration oversight.
Experience with electronic health records, including MyEvolv or comparable systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily Day Services operations and maintain a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.
Coordinate activities that promote independence, skill development, community participation, and individualized goals.
Review Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), participate in planning meetings, and monitor participant progress and attendance.
Provide direct Day Habilitation support as needed.
Supervise, schedule, train, and support program staff, including coordinating coverage and assignments.
Participate in onboarding new hires, performance evaluations, and staff development.
Monitor required staff training and conduct regular team meetings.
Foster a professional, collaborative, and accountable work environment.
Maintain accurate participant records, attendance, progress notes, incident reports, medication documentation, and other required records.
Ensure compliance with New Jersey DDD, Medicaid, and agency requirements.
Monitor service quality, medication procedures, staff certifications, and required documentation.
Support inspections, incident follow-up, emergency drills, and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain staffing schedules, review payroll entries, and manage time-off requests.
Monitor program safety, cleanliness, supplies, vehicle maintenance, inspections, and emergency preparedness.
Communicate staffing and operational needs to agency leadership.
Participate in agency meetings, committees, and participant intake activities.
Travel between program locations and community destinations for participant transportation, program activities, community inclusion, and agency-related events.