Day Program Counselor

Help Create Meaningful Days and Lasting Connections

At New Concepts for Living (NCFL), every day is an opportunity to make a difference. As a Day Program Counselor, you'll help adults with developmental disabilities build skills, participate in their communities, explore new experiences, and enjoy fulfilling daily lives. From arts and crafts to community outings, vocational activities, games, and social events, you'll play an important role in creating engaging experiences that promote independence, growth, and inclusion.

Day Program Counselor

If you're compassionate, energetic, and enjoy helping others succeed, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact.

As a Day Program Counselor at NCFL, you'll:

• Provide support, supervision, instruction, and assistance to program participants based on their individual habilitation, behavior, and medical plans.
• Plan and facilitate meaningful activities such as sports, games, arts and crafts, vocational opportunities, social activities, and community integration.
• Support participants with daily living and personal care needs.
• Assist with transporting and/or escorting participants to and from the program, on NCFL grounds, and during community outings.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including daily logs, activity sheets, behavior tracking, and required incident reports.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment and report any unsafe or non-working vehicles, equipment, or appliances.
• Communicate professionally with participants, families, coworkers, supervisors, and outside organizations, and participate in staff meetings and required inspections or investigations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including assisting with program purchases, maintaining receipts, and providing coverage to support the needs of the program and individuals served.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

We invest in you so you can bring your best to the people we serve.

• Generous pay with end-of-year bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision & more
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days)
• Year-end bonuses
• 403(b) retirement plan + company-paid life insurance
• Career growth & top-tier training programs
• Free access to our state-of-the-art fitness center

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday (only full-time available)
• Shifts: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
• Locations: Paramus, NJ & Rochelle Park, NJ
• Shift and location assignment depend on the needs of the program.

Compensation:

• $23.50/hour
• Overtime opportunities available in our Residential Program

What You'll Need:

• Valid driver’s license (must be non-provisional, non-probationary, and in good standing)
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass background checks and a drug screening
• Willingness to transport clients in company vehicles to programs, appointments, and outings
• A caring attitude and ability to assist with daily living activities

Ready for a Career with Purpose?

Join a team where what you do has a direct impact on the lives of others. At NCFL, you’ll be part of a supportive community dedicated to helping the people we serve live, grow, and thrive.