Day Program Manager

•Day Program (North) Eastern Community Development Corporation (ECDC) | East Hampton, CT Full-Time |

Pay Range:

$55,000 $60,000/year

Schedule:

Monday

•Friday | 7:45 am

•3:45 pm, with flexibility as the program needs require About

ECDC ECDC

is a Connecticut DDS-licensed human services agency supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs include residential homes, day programs, a Transition Academy, customized employment, and senior supports. We focus on real choices, community connection, and programming that means something to the people we support. The Day Program Manager Role We'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. Duties Lead and supervise Direct Support Staff (a team of 10+), ensuring effective team management and staff supervision aligned with organizational goals. Build and run meaningful, community-based programming tied to each individual's Individual Plan (IP) goals. Manage program budgets, monitor expenditures, and oversee resource allocation to maintain fiscal responsibility. Build and maintain strong relationships with individual's, families, community partners, and administrators to support collaborative service delivery. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards related to DDS and behavioral health programs. Manage staff schedules, time, and attendance in ADP Workforce Now. Oversee documentation processes including client records, progress notes, incident reports, and program evaluations using Therap for documentation. Provide leadership in program development initiatives aimed at expanding services for underserved communities while fostering an inclusive environment. Skills Extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs. Proven relationship management skills to engage individual's, families, staff, and community partners effectively. Strong administrative experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Demonstrated supervisory experience in human services or related fields; capable of leading teams through coaching and mentorship. Expertise in program management including development, implementation, evaluation, and compliance monitoring. Excellent written communication skills for report writing and individual documentation; effective verbal communication for individual interactions and team leadership. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in human services or a related field is preferred At least 2 years of experience supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities At least 1 year of supervisory or lead experience, preferably in a day program setting A valid driver's license and a driving record that meets ECDC insurance requirements; driving company vans is an essential function of this role DDS Medication Administration Certification and PMT certification, or the ability to obtain them (ECDC will provide these) Therap and ADP experience are strongly preferred Ability to lift up to 30lbs as needed Ability to perform physical management techniques (PMT) which includes, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, and kneeling

Benefits:

Health, dental, vision paid 85% by the agency Generous paid time off package 401k Paid training Mileage reimbursment Join 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.

Pay:

$55,000.00

•$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you located within a 30 minute commute of East Hampton, CT? Do you have an active driver's license?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person