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Beacon Specialized Living

Full time staff

Beacon Specialized Living, Edison, New Jersey, United States

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At Beacon Specialized Living, our mission is simple: “to provide people with developmental disabilities diverse opportunities to lead fulfilling lives.” We’re seeking dedicated Day Program Professionals to support individuals in achieving their personal goals through engaging activities, skill building, and community integration. As a Day Program Professional, you’ll help implement person-centered service plans that build independence, social skills, and confidence. From pre-vocational training to arts, music, and community outings, you’ll play an active role in creating opportunities for participants to thrive. Lead structured activities — pre-vocational, social, recreational, and community-based Provide direct coaching to help individuals build independence in daily living skills Ensure health, safety, and dignity of participants during program, outings, and transport Support personal care needs and administer medications (after training) Promote inclusion and positive community awareness Provide safe transportation and supervise participants in community settings Compassionate and patient, with a genuine passion for supporting individuals with disabilities Reliable, dependable, and committed to participant well-being Willingness to learn — paid training provided, including CPR, medication administration, and crisis prevention Ability to meet physical requirements (lifting, standing, assisting with transfers, and driving program vehicles) Competitive Pay & Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer match) Paid Training and annual in-service development High school diploma or GED required; prior experience in human services preferred but not required Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license Ability to pass background checks and required health screenings Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and complete documentation We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #