DAY PROGRAM MANAGER - ADULT DAY SERVICES

DAY PROGRAM MANAGER - ADULT DAY SERVICES

Job Category : Direct Care (200)

Requisition Number : DAYPR005485

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $26.50 USD to $29.15 USD
• Rate : $26.50 USD per hour

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West Main Street
9 West Main Street
Smithtown, NY 11787, USA

West Main Street
9 West Main Street
Smithtown, NY 11787, USA

Huntington
25 Little Plains Road
Huntington, NY 11743, USA

Huntington
25 Little Plains Road
Huntington, NY 11743, USA

Full-Time, Hourly $26.50 - $29.15/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

AboutBrightwayLiving & Learning: BrightwayLiving & Learning is a premier non‑profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65‑year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI),Brightwaysupports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: Brightway's Day Program Manager works with program leadership and Direct Support Professionals to ensure that our day services are meeting the needs of the people we support.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise implementation of Individual Program Plans.
• Ensure active treatment in assigned programs, data collection, monthly tally and organization of data for QIDP.
• Active participation in program manager meetings, behavior review meetings when appropriate and meetings with clinical team members when needed.
• Conduct weekly/monthly full staff meetings.
• Ensure the completion of individual‑related program materials.
• Promote staff development, which includes but is not limited to performance improvement initiatives including training, mentoring, reviews, and any necessary corrective action plans.
• Incident reports (internal and reportable)
• Ensure completion of SUB’s
• Ensure full documentation of SCIP procedures.
• Investigation and documentation of injuries of unknown origin.
• Day to day supervision and assigns work daily to Instructors and Assistant Managers to program areas and tasks. This includes scheduling staff breaks while providing the most optimum coverage.
• As needed contact with individuals’ families, guardians, residential caretaker’s providers, and Care Managers.
• Attend Life Plan meetings and create Staff Action Plans.
• As needed will be in ratio.
• Review and approve staff schedules and timecards.
• Report maintenance needs or unsafe conditions to Maintenance Department or Supervisor.

What You Bring To Brightway:

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of hands on teaching/instruction of developmentally disabled individuals
• 1 year of OPWDD supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of OPWDD regulations
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid NYS driver’s license with an ability to become approved to drive an agency vehicle.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.

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