Day Services Program Director

Our House•Bridgewater, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our House, Inc. is seeking an experienced Day Services Program Director to lead its adult Day Services program in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This hands-on leadership position oversees daily operations, develops and supports staff, promotes person-centered services, and ensures program quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The program supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through activities that foster independence, skill development, individualized goals, and community participation. The director may provide direct Day Habilitation support as needed and participates in agency meetings, committees, and participant intake activities. This is a full-time, on-site position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Schedule adjustments may be needed to meet program or agency needs. Frequent travel is required for participant transportation, program activities, community inclusion, agency events, and travel between program locations. An agency vehicle is used when transporting individuals. The position offers an annual salary of $65,000 and benefits including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance; life and accidental death insurance; paid time off; 14 observed holidays; a matching 401(k); tuition assistance; an Employee Assistance Program; a Flexible Spending Account; pet insurance; legal and supplemental insurance plans; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; and an employee referral bonus.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Minimum of 2 years of administrative or supervisory experience.
Must possess a valid, full, unrestricted driver’s license and maintain 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 Day Habilitation leader.
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, coordinating coverage and assignments.
Participate in onboarding, 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 Division of Developmental Disabilities (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 to transport participants and attend program activities, community destinations, and agency-related events as needed.