Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Program Services - Orlando, FL 32804Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors Degree - 4 YearsSalary Range: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00Make a meaningful impact. Lead a team that changes lives.
At Lighthouse Central Florida, we empower individuals with visual impairments to live independently and confidently. We’re seeking a Manager of Youth Services to lead and grow our youth rehabilitation programs across Central Florida.  This position will be a member of the Program Leadership Team, fostering and developing a collaborative team environment that focuses resources on each client’s ability to achieve their programmatic goals. Responsibilities include leadership, team building/supervision, direct service, program development, quality and improvement, and resource management.
What You’ll Do
Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team delivering vision rehabilitation services
Oversee youth programs, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and impactful service delivery
Drive program improvements, innovation, and growth aligned with community needs
Manage program performance, reporting, and budgets
Collaborate across teams and with external partners to expand services and impact
Provide direct client support and assessments as needed; which may include nights or weekends
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in a related field
2+ years’ experience working with individuals with visual impairments (or other disabilities)
Strong leadership, team-building, and program management skills
Passion for mission-driven work and improving lives
Preferred Certifications: TSVI, COMS, CVRT, CATIS, CLVT, or related
Why Join Us?
Salary: $80,000 + incentive pay eligibility
Benefits: 401(k) with company match, health insurance, PTO, and more
Mission-driven work with real community impact
Leadership role with growth opportunities
Collaborative, purpose-driven culture
QualificationsRequired Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation Services, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in youth services, with a focus on individuals with visual impairments or other disabilities.
- Proven track record of managing and leading teams in a nonprofit or similar organizational setting.
- Experience in developing and implementing programs tailored to the needs of visually impaired youth.
- Demonstrated success in collaborating with community organizations, schools, and families to enhance service delivery.
- Prior experience in budget management and resource allocation for youth programs.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to design and evaluate youth programs to ensure they meet the needs of participants and align with organizational goals.
- Proficiency in using technology and adaptive tools to support visually impaired individuals.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on innovative solutions.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, fostering partnerships and alliances.
- High level of cultural competency and sensitivity to the needs of diverse populations.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.