Jays Development Center

Jays Development Center Where fun meets growth 🙌 Evidence-based  programming to help us guide today’s youth toward tomorrow’s success 💪 | Follow to watch futures unfold ✨

The mission of Jays Legacy Youth Development Center is to provide respectful support to persons with disabilities so they may attain fulfilling lives in the community. We firmly believe that all individuals, whatever their level, have the right to participate in community life. Through the use of community resources, technologies and caring guidance, individuals are able to have experiences with i

ncreased personal growth, happiness and quality of life. Our after school program offers unique and structured services. After a thorough assessment is completed, we design a program based on the youths needs. We use evidence-based programming to work on areas in need. Some services that would be incorporated into the program includes:
Community integration
Fitness and health/nutrition
Personal responsibility
Social/emotional
Recreation
Daily living skills
Family support
Vocational support

We would like to wish our Assistant Program Director, Elleigh Peplinski a very happy belated birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 We hope you...
05/11/2026

We would like to wish our Assistant Program Director, Elleigh Peplinski a very happy belated birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉

We hope your day was filled with joy, laughter, and celebration!

04/20/2026

🏆 Award Nominee Spotlight: Jay’s Legacy Youth Development Center

Jays Development Center is making a lasting impact by supporting youth facing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. Through trauma-informed care, mentorship, and life-skills coaching, they help young people build confidence, improve in school, and develop skills for long-term success.

Celebrate the difference they’re making, follow along as we continue to highlight this year’s inspiring nominees.

Thanks to our Community Enhancement Award sponsor: Froedtert Holy Family Memorial

Healthy outlets make all the difference. ☺️Today’s trip to the trampoline park reminded us that movement, laughter, and ...
11/11/2025

Healthy outlets make all the difference. ☺️
Today’s trip to the trampoline park reminded us that movement, laughter, and connection are powerful coping tools. 💪🏼
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Happy Halloween from JDC to you! 🎃Halloween is a night full of fun, imagination, and community but it can also bring uni...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from JDC to you! 🎃

Halloween is a night full of fun, imagination, and community but it can also bring unique challenges for some of our youth. For children with autism or other special needs, the loud noises, bright lights, costumes, and unexpected changes in routine can feel overwhelming.

This Halloween, let’s all practice patience, empathy, and understanding. If a child doesn’t say “trick or treat” doesn’t wear a costume, or needs extra space, that’s okay! Every child deserves to enjoy the night in a way that feels safe and comfortable for them. 💛

From all of us at Jay’s Development Center  — stay safe, be kind, and have a Happy Halloween! 🎃🧡👻

💫 Now Hiring: Life Skills Coaches! 💫Looking for a part-time job that actually means something and still leaves your week...
10/28/2025

💫 Now Hiring: Life Skills Coaches! 💫
Looking for a part-time job that actually means something and still leaves your weekends free? We’ve got you covered!

As a Life Skills Coach, you’ll hang out one on one with awesome youth — helping them build confidence, independence, and real-world skills. From learning how to handle money 💵 to practicing social skills 🤝 to mastering daily routines 🧹
— you’ll be their guide along the way!

Here’s the scoop:
✨ Paid training
✨ Weekends + holidays off
✨ Starting pay: $16/hour
✨ Typical hours: 3:00–6:30 PM
(some daytime hours available)

If you’re someone who loves helping others, being a positive role model, and making a difference (without missing out on your free time) — this gig’s for you! 🤗

📧 Send your resume to [email protected] to join the team!

As we say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn, we’re filled with gratitude for the adventures, growth, and community e...
09/25/2025

As we say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn, we’re filled with gratitude for the adventures, growth, and community experiences this season gave us.

Each moment offered more than just fun memories—they became tools we can carry into the school year:
🎣 Fishing taught us to be patient, calm, and focused.
🍓 Strawberry picking taught us the value of teamwork and enjoying the rewards of our hard work.
🌻 Sunflower fields showed us growth and beauty in every season.
🍲 Cooking and sharing meals strengthened connection and care.
🍦 Ice cream breaks reminded us to celebrate little joys.
🐾 Humane Society visits taught us empathy and responsibility.
🎨 Library window painting encouraged creativity and community pride.
🧗 Rock climbing pushed us to be brave, persistent, and problem-solve.
🏖 Sand sculptures showed us how teamwork builds something beautiful.
🌳 Trail walks reminded us of mindfulness, reflection, and steps forward.

As the seasons change, so do we—and with these lessons in our toolbox, we’re ready to step into the school year with resilience, hope, and a whole lot of heart. 💛🍂

From all of the staff at Jay's development center we wish you a safe and happy 4th!
07/04/2025

From all of the staff at Jay's development center we wish you a safe and happy 4th!

Before the final log off, and end of the day I wanted to provide a quick thank you to all the kiddos, parents, staff and...
06/30/2025

Before the final log off, and end of the day I wanted to provide a quick thank you to all the kiddos, parents, staff and everyone else I've gotten to work side by side with over the last few years. It has been an absolute honor and privilege to create fun adventures, plan spirt weeks, and teach and help kids along the way. This job has provided me a new love for what I do, and I cannot watch to see all the amazing things all of these kids do in the upcoming years.
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! ❤️
-Bobbi

THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES! 🥰I am truly grateful and appreciative to every child, parent, and staff that I have been able t...
06/30/2025

THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES! 🥰
I am truly grateful and appreciative to every child, parent, and staff that I have been able to meet throughout the years of working with JAY’s Development Center. Every single one of you have helped me learn, and I will continue to grow and learn because of all of you.
Thank you!
-Cassy

Looking for a part time job? Or some extra work during the Summer?We're hiring new team mates!As a life skills coach you...
06/12/2025

Looking for a part time job?
Or some extra work during the Summer?
We're hiring new team mates!

As a life skills coach you work one on one with youth to help develop their independence, confidence, and build their life skills. Model daily chores, social interactions, money management and more to benefit the lives of the future!

We provide paid training and have a weekly meeting to benefit our staff's ability to work with the youth we serve.

Starting pay is $14 an hour.

Send us a message to get started!
Call 920-905-4548 or email your resume to [email protected]

Address

1402 Clark Street Room 109
Manitowoc, WI
54220

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

(920) 905-4548

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