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We focus on real choices, community connection, and programming that means something to the people we support.\n\n*The Day Program Manager Role *\n\nWe’re looking for a hands-on Day Program Manager to lead DSO North, our day program in East Hampton. You’ll run the daily operation of the program: supervising the direct support team, building programming around each person’s goals, and keeping the program compliant and organized. This is not a desk job. You’ll be on the floor, in the community, and setting the standard for your team.\n\n*Duties*\n\n* Lead and supervise Direct Support Staff (a team of 10+), ensuring effective team management and staff supervision aligned with organizational goals.\n* Build and run meaningful, community-based programming tied to each individual's Individual Plan (IP) goals.\n* Manage program budgets, monitor expenditures, and oversee resource allocation to maintain fiscal responsibility.\n* Build and maintain strong relationships with individual's, families, community partners, and administrators to support collaborative service delivery.\n* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards related to DDS and behavioral health programs.\n* Manage staff schedules, time, and attendance in ADP Workforce Now.\n* Oversee documentation processes including client records, progress notes, incident reports, and program evaluations using Therap for documentation.\n* Provide leadership in program development initiatives aimed at expanding services for underserved communities while fostering an inclusive environment.\n\n*Skills*\n\n* Extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs.\n* Proven relationship management skills to engage individual's, families, staff, and community partners effectively.\n* Strong administrative experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).\n* Demonstrated supervisory experience in human services or related fields; capable of leading teams through coaching and mentorship.\n* Expertise in program management including development, implementation, evaluation, and compliance monitoring.\n* Excellent written communication skills for report writing and individual documentation; effective verbal communication for individual interactions and team leadership.\n\n*Requirements*\n\n* High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in human services or a related field is preferred\n* At least 2 years of experience supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities\n* At least 1 year of supervisory or lead experience, preferably in a day program setting\n* A valid driver's license and a driving record that meets ECDC insurance requirements; driving company vans is an essential function of this role\n* DDS Medication Administration Certification and PMT certification, or the ability to obtain them (ECDC will provide these)\n* Therap and ADP experience are strongly preferred\n* Ability to lift up to 30lbs as needed\n* Ability to perform physical management techniques (PMT) which includes, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, and kneeling\n\n*Benefits: *\n\n* Health, dental, vision paid 85% by the agency\n* Generous paid time off package\n* 401k\n* Paid training\n* Mileage reimbursment\n\nJoin us in creating a supportive environment where individuals can thrive! We are dedicated to empowering our team members through ongoing professional growth opportunities while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.\n\nPay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* 401(k) matching\n* Dental insurance\n* Employee assistance program\n* Health insurance\n* Health savings account\n* Life insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Referral program\n* Vision insurance\n\nApplication Question(s):\n* Are you located within a 30 minute commute of East Hampton, CT?\n* Do you have an active driver's license? \n\nEducation:\n* High school or equivalent (Required)\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Eastern Community Development","rawCompany":"eastern community development","city":"Middlesex Twp","state":"PA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-24T07:48:17.129Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"21-1093.00","title":"Social and Human Service Assistants","slug":"social-and-human-service-assistants"},{"code":"11-9031.00","title":"Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare","slug":"education-and-childcare-administrators-preschool-and-daycare"}],"industries":[{"code":"624120","title":"Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities","slug":"services-for-the-elderly-and-persons-with-disabilities"},{"code":"623210","title":"Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities","slug":"residential-intellectual-and-developmental-disability-facilities"},{"code":"623990","title":"Other Residential Care Facilities","slug":"other-residential-care-facilities"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Day Program Manager","description":"*Day Program Manager - Day Program (North) *\n\nEastern Community Development Corporation (ECDC) | East Hampton, CT\n\nFull-Time | Pay Range: $55,000 $60,000/year\n\n*Schedule:*\n\nMonday - Friday | 7:45 am - 3:45 pm, with flexibility as the program needs require\n\n*About ECDC*\n\nECDC is a Connecticut DDS-licensed human services agency supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 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