Are you interested in working for an agency that is committed to providing fun and engaging programs for participants of all abilities? Then this job is for you! The mission of Kehillah, the JCC Special Needs Program, is to provide engaging, recreational, social, and life-skills programs for children, teens, and adults with special needs. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment where participants can develop social and life-skills, build independence, build self-esteem, and engage in  meaningful relationships.

Our participants represent a diverse group of individuals with a variety of diagnoses including: Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual and Developmental disabilities, and more! Our Kehillah community brightens everyone's day with the joy and excitement they bring with them.

We are looking to hire a Social Group Leader  to work with our Tweens, Teens, and adults with special needs.  This role will provide specific instruction to a group of individuals with different abilities that builds social skills, personal safety, as well as specific program skills

• Plan group activities and facilitate social group

• Adapt instruction to the meet the needs of each individual to ensure success

• Communicate regularly with participants, caregivers, and supervisor

• Have fun with our participants!

 Qualifications:

Available Monday and Thursday evenings

Must be at least 18 years of age

Experience and/or training in working with individuals with different abilities

Have great written and oral skills

Have great conflict resolution and problem solving skills

Successful background check and fingerprinting required

CPR/AED and First Aid certification required (we will provide training if needed)