Day Services Program Director

 $65,000 Annually | Full-Time | Exempt | Leadership | IDD Services | Developmental Disabilities | Behavioral Services

Our House, Inc. is seeking an experienced Day Services Program Director to lead our adult Day Services program in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader with experience in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), day habilitation, staff supervision, and human services program management to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals we support.

The Day Services Program Director oversees daily program operations, develops and supports staff, promotes person-centered services, and ensures program quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

About Our House, Inc.

Our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences, employment services, innovative day programs, social opportunities and related support services designed to help them achieve their full potential for living meaningful and productive lives.

What You'll Do

Program Leadership & Person-Centered Services

• Oversee daily Day Services operations, ensuring 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.

Staff Supervision & Development

• 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.

Compliance, Documentation & Quality Assurance

• 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.

Administrative & Operational Management

• 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.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to lead a program that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• A leadership role with direct impact on participant outcomes, staff development, and program quality.
• The opportunity to strengthen person-centered programming and meaningful community inclusion.
• The chance to contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

Employee Benefits

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and Accidental Death insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• 14 observed holidays
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet insurance
• Legal Shield and supplemental insurance plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Employee referral bonus

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