Company Profile
The Arc of Essex County
Company Overview
The Arc of Essex County is the premier service provider for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Autism and Down Syndrome, in Northern New Jersey. The Arc of Essex County offers a variety of career opportunities for individuals who are already established in the field of Social Services and those that are just beginning their careers.
Company History
In September 1947 a group of innovative parents, community leaders and dedicated volunteers gathered to create services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Today, The Arc of Essex County is a private, non-profit agency serving people who live in and around Essex County. It is one of the most preeminent organizations of its kind in the tri-state region, providing resources to nearly 1500 individuals and their families in over 42 distinct services and programs at 35 locations through both traditional and self-directed options. Services include: Residential, Adult Day, and Children, Family and Community Services.
The Arc continues to be reflective of the input of innovative individuals and their families, ever growing to meet the challenges and new directions of our constituents.