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The Arc Mercer1 week ago

Behavioral Program Manager

$65,000–$75,000 year

On-site · Ewing, New Jersey, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Medium

Job Summary

Lead and oversee a Behavioral Day Services program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring high-quality, person-centered supports and community inclusion. Responsibilities include daily program operations, supervising direct support professionals, staffing, hiring/onboarding/training, and contributing to program development. Collaborates with Behavioral Specialists, Nursing, QA, Residential Services, and families; ensures ISP and BSP implementation, monitoring of consumer progress, and crisis de-escalation when needed. Maintains timely, compliant documentation within Therap and other systems; conducts audits and supports quality improvement efforts. Promotes meaningful community-based activities, skill-building, and transitions through IDT participation. Requires leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on safeguarding consumer well-being and program excellence. Preferred knowledge includes DDD regulations, Medicaid requirements, and familiarity with electronic documentation systems. Benefits include competitive salary, strong 401k with employer match, comprehensive medical/dental, PTO, and opportunities for advancement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Behavioral Science, Healthcare Administration, or related field
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