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University of Michigan

Program Specialist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$53K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage day-to-day program operations, including scheduling, logistics, communications, participant engagement, materials, and budget oversight. * Coordinate and support faculty, staff, students ...

JSL

Brown Center Social Worker

West Bloomfield, MI

The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program is a dementia specific adult day program. We have an open opportunity for a compassionate social worker within our West Bloomfield ...

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How much do day program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for day program in Taylor, MI is $48,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,100.00 and $55,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a day program?

A Day Program job involves supporting individuals with disabilities, seniors, or those needing assistance in a structured daytime setting. Responsibilities typically include facilitating activities, providing personal care, fostering social engagement, and ensuring a safe environment. Staff may assist with life skills development, educational programs, and community outings. The goal is to enhance participants' quality of life and promote independence.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in a day program position?

In a Day Program role, your daily responsibilities generally include planning and facilitating group activities, supporting individual client goals, and assisting with daily living skills when needed. You may also be responsible for documenting progress, communicating with family members or care managers, and helping to create a safe and engaging environment. Collaboration with other staff, therapists, and sometimes community partners is common to ensure well-rounded support for participants. The role can be dynamic and rewarding, providing opportunities to make a real impact in clients' lives through structured routines and creative programming.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a day program position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Day Program role, you need a background in social services, special education, or a related field, supported by experience working with individuals with developmental or behavioral challenges. Knowledge of individualized support planning, data documentation systems, and certifications such as CPR/First Aid are often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and effective teamwork make employees excel in this position. These abilities are crucial for delivering meaningful support, ensuring client safety, and fostering a positive group environment.

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Extended Day Program Assistant

Plymouth Canton Community Schools

Plymouth, MI • On-site

$35K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Extended Day/Extended Day Assistant
Date Posted:
8/12/2026
Location:
PCCS district
Closing Date:
Until Filled
POSITION: Extended Day Program Assistant
Extended Day Program
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. High School graduate.
  2. Previous experience working with school age children and/or university related course work.
  3. Demonstrate aptitude and/or competence working with school age children.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Assist the supervisor in program implementation, which provides for physical activities, self-expression through arts, crafts and play, and socialization with peers.
  2. Work cooperatively with site team, Program Coordinator, school building principal and building staff to share space cooperatively.
  3. Assist in the maintenance of program equipment and supplies.
  4. Develop effective communication with the parents of children enrolled in the program.
  5. Assist in providing a safe, nurturing, child-oriented environment.
  6. Assist Supervisor and Program Coordinator in ensuring site meets DHS licensing regulations.
  7. Other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
BEGINNING DATE: August 24, 2026
REPORTS TO: Extended Day Program Coordinator
RATE OF PAY: $16.04 - $18.21
Pay based on education and experience.
HOURS: Monday - Friday
6:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. and/or
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
INTERNAL APPLICANTS - Apply online using the Internal Applicants section. You will be required to upload the following documents to your application:
  • Letter of interest
  • Updated resume
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (attached in resume section). This statement should include your understanding and Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion including your past experiences and how you will ensure this is at the center of your work in the role for which you are applying.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS - Apply online using the External Applicants section. You will be required to upload the following documents to your application:
  • Cover Letter - Address letter to Abdul Madyun, Chief Human Resource Officer
  • Resume
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (attached in resume section). This statement should include your understanding and Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion including your past experiences and how you will ensure this is at the center of your work in the role for which you are applying.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Plymouth-Canton Community School district is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plymouth-Canton Community School district is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
T.B test upon employment at the expense of the applicant.
Upon recommendation for employment, applicants must be fingerprinted under the Revised School Code (MCL 380.1230a) and under the Childcare Organizations Act (MCL 722.111). The fingerprinting is conducted by a third party and is at the expense of the applicant. The cost for fingerprinting is approximately $70.00.
A second set of fingerprints is also needed for LARA (childcare licensing). The cost is approximately $61.00. Free vouchers may be available from LARA.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled.

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