The Arc Mercer News

The Arc Mercer proudly participated in Trenton’s “Light It Up Blue” event at City Hall in recognition of World Autism Day, a gathering dedicated to increasing awareness, understanding, and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum. Held at Trenton, New Jersey City Hall, the event brought together community members, advocates, and local leaders to highlight the importance of inclusion and support for individuals with autism. Among the most impactful moments of the day w

The Arc Mercer’s Residential Program once again delivered a memorable and meaningful Easter celebration, bringing together consumers from across its group homes for the annual Easter Brunch.  The highly anticipated event showcased not only the spirit of the holiday, but also the dedication and teamwork that define the agency’s residential services. With significant planning behind the scenes, staff volunteers played a vital role in making the event a success, assisting with s

At the start of 2026, the Arc Mercer introduced a meaningful enhancement to its time-off policy, giving employees greater flexibility, transparency, and control over how they use their earned time. One of the most impactful features of this update is the ability for staff to cash out unused vacation time , a benefit that has already made a positive impression across the agency. Recognizing that every employee’s needs are different, the Arc Mercer took an individualized approa

The IT team has recently completed a series of major technology improvements designed to make daily work more reliable, more secure, and easier to use across offices and group homes. These upgrades focus on reducing disruptions, improving device performance, and creating a more comfortable work environment for staff. Stronger, More Reliable Network A significant modernization of the agency’s network has removed 56 potential “points of failure.” In simple terms, this means the

The Arc Mercer’s first job fair of 2026 proved to be a major success, highlighting the power of teamwork, community connection, and employee engagement in strengthening the workforce. The event drew 178 attendees , resulting in 45 positions filled  and an additional 20 candidates identified for future hiring or training opportunities . Beyond immediate hiring outcomes, the job fair also generated strong momentum for future recruitment, with 105 attendees coming directly from

The Arc Mercer is proud to recognize Michael Doney as this month’s Rising Star, honoring his dedication, growth, and commitment to success at the OTC program. Michael consistently arrives each day ready to learn, bringing focus, determination, and a strong work ethic to everything he does. His attentiveness and drive to master janitorial skills have set him apart, as he continues to build the knowledge and confidence needed to reach his goals.  Whether taking on new assignmen