Greater Texas HERC

Youth Transitions Program Manager


Job Identification: 17589
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What We're Looking For

We are seeking a Program Manager to strengthen our efforts to reach and resource families of youth and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs. This position involves organizing trainings and events for educators, parents, healthcare professionals, and youth/young adults with disabilities. Key activities include conducting needs assessments with families and professionals; hosting community listening sessions; developing and leading workshops on healthcare, employment, and other transitions; maintaining a transition clinic focused on assessment and transition planning; creating and disseminating resources; and facilitating community events and meetings. The project is funded through a Texas Health and Human Services grant for Children/Youth with Special Health Care Needs Development Group Family Support and Community Resources. This position will be housed within the Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities.

A master's degree and two years of relevant experience are required.

Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
• Confidence and ability to speak to and with diverse audiences
• Excellent written communication
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of transition programming and services for youth and young adults with disabilities
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities
• Passion for supporting youth and young adults with disabilities and their families

This is a temporary position that is contingent on continued grant funding.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Work collaboratively with the grant team to develop and disseminate resources for families, educators, healthcare professionals, and individuals with disabilities
• Carry out needs assessments with families and professionals
• Host community listening sessions to identify areas of need to increase community inclusion for youth and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs
• Develop and leading trainings, workshops, and other community events
• Build and maintaining strong partnerships with diverse communities
• Support components of the new transition clinic
• Meet regularly with faculty leadership on strategy and progress
• Ensure all grant projects are completed in timely and effective ways
• Assist with recruitment for events, trainings, and other projects
• Contribute to dissemination activities
• Ensure all of our materials are accessible, engaging, and culturally responsive
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission.
• Comply with University policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!


About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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