Youth Services Specialist
New Horizons, Serving Individuals with Special Needs
North Hills, california
ABOUT THIS JOB: Are you looking to make a difference in the world? Do you enjoy helping others? Here at New Horizons, we believe in empowering people of all abilities to reach their full potential. Our clients (we call them Members) are folks with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). We believe they can and should lead healthy, productive lives and contribute to the community in which they live. We know that they might need a bit of support to do this, and that’s where you come in.
JOB DESCRIPTION: A Youth Services Specialist is someone who advocates for people with IDD. In your role, you’ll empower young people by teaching them the sorts of skills that will help them be independent travelers, learners, and enable them to thrive in the workplace.
SUMMARY: The Primary role for the Youth Services Specialist (YSS) is to develop and support New Horizons’ youth program in the schools,...