Adult Program Manager

The Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center in Manhattan is looking for an Adult Program Manager to join our team! The Adult Program Manager is responsible for the strategic coordination and day-to-day operations of our growing adult programs within The Jack and Shirley Silver Center for Diverse Abilities.

This role requires a balance of creativity, structure, and community engagement to ensure programming meets the needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including those with moderate and high support needs. The position plays a key role in sustaining the strength and impact of the CORE program while helping to expand the Route 21+ program from a pilot cohort into a multi-day, weekly offering that supports meaningful adult engagement, skill building, and community connection.

Working closely with and reporting to the Director of Adult Programming and Inclusion Services, the Adult Program Manager will have a clinical lens in supporting the intake process for new families within these cohorts. They will also focus, alongside adult programming staff, to further program development, participant engagement, staff and intern coordination, and administrative systems that ensure programs are organized, responsive, and impactful.

The role will also contribute to expanding accessible program opportunities that promote independence, social belonging, and lifelong learning for adults with disabilities.

Together with our community, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan creates a welcoming and vibrant environment where individuals from all walks of life come together to connect, grow, and learn. Rooted in Jewish values, it is a cornerstone of the Upper West Side that provides something for every stage of life through a multifaceted array of offerings, spanning comprehensive children's and family programs, cutting-edge health and wellness, thought-provoking arts and culture, and vital social services.

It imagines Jewish life that is inclusive and diverse, creating a supportive space for people of all backgrounds to engage, nurture their well-being, and find a deep sense of belonging.

• Develop and manage programming that may include social, recreational, life-skills, cultural, and community-based (outings) activities. Support the continued growth and success of these programs through thoughtful planning, coordination with facilitators, and participant engagement.
• Ensure programming promotes social connection and community belonging, skill development and independence, engagement with the broader JCC community, and opportunities for creativity, learning, and recreation.
• Collaborate with the adult programming team to identify gaps in services and develop new program offerings for adults requiring higher levels of support.
• Track program attendance, participant engagement, and program feedback to inform ongoing program development and evaluation.
• Coordinate logistics for programs including room reservations, transportation planning (as applicable), vendor coordination, and staff coverage.
• Oversee discovery process for new families and conduct clinically based intakes to support individuals in assimilating into the program.
• In partnership with the adult programming team, assist in planning community-wide events, outings, and special experiences for participants.
• Develop strong relationships with program participants and their families, ensuring participants feel welcomed, supported, and connected within the community.
• Support participant onboarding and integration into programs, working collaboratively with the adult programming team to understand support needs and appropriate program placement.
• Maintain…