The Arc Mercer News

The Arc Mercer is proud to recognize two outstanding team members who have reached an important milestone, five years of service with the agency. Sharon Boone (BDSP, Special Needs Day Program) and Stephen Miller (Director of Program Ops) have each demonstrated long-standing dedication, leadership, and commitment to the mission of supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reaching a five-year anniversary is a meaningful achievement and reflects y

At a time when human service organizations across the country face growing workforce challenges, The Arc Mercer continues to set the standard for attracting, developing, and retaining compassionate, high-quality professionals dedicated to serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The agency’s first job fair of 2026 delivered exceptional results, welcoming 178 attendees, filling 45 open positions, and identifying 20 additional candidates for future emplo

A flag was raised in celebration, but by the end of the ceremony, something much bigger had risen with it: a $75,000 commitment to expand disability services in Sierra Leone, carrying The Arc Mercer’s mission of inclusion beyond New Jersey and across the Atlantic. At The Arc Mercer’s annual Sierra Leone Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony, hosted by the agency’s Team Atmosphere Committee (TAC) and Sierra Leone Cultural Connection Group, what began as a celebration of herit

Jaron Encarnación | Creating Connection Through Positive Energy The Arc Mercer proudly recognizes Jaron Encarnación of the Campus Day Program as an Employee of the Month honoree for his reliability, uplifting presence, and unwavering commitment to the consumers he supports. Since joining the agency, Jaron has quickly become known as a dependable teammate who brings calm, positivity, and a solutions-focused mindset to every challenge. Nominated by Taquise Hill, DSP and TAC Amb

At The Arc Mercer, caring for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is more than a profession, it is a calling. That commitment was powerfully demonstrated during January’s severe winter storm, when staff across the agency went above and beyond, many at personal risk, to ensure the individuals supported by The Arc Mercer remained safe, cared for, and never alone. During its recent Team Atmosphere Committee Awards celebration, The Arc Mercer recognized Hamilt

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