C&I Internship: Amber Grace Learning & Development Assistant 1

Job Description: Now Hiring!

Why Join the Amber Grace Team? As a Learning & Development Assistant, you'll gain meaningful hands-on experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities while developing professional skills relevant to careers in education, psychology, social work, ministry, and human services. Learning & Development Assistants have the opportunity to: - Grow professionally through a tiered leadership pathway with increasing responsibility. - Work alongside experienced Mentors in a Christ-centered, person-centered environment. - Build meaningful relationships with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. - Develop leadership, communication, and group facilitation skills. - Learn person-centered approaches and adapt learning experiences for varying abilities. - Lead engaging workshops, discussions, and community learning experiences.

This internship opportunity is ideal for students seeking careers in: - Education - Special

Education - Psychology - Human Development - Social Work - Communication Sciences & Disorders - Human Services - Child & Family Studies - Sociology General Position Description: *The Learning & Development Assistant (NeighborLife) supports the NeighborLife Mentors in planning and facilitating engaging learning experiences for Neighbors at Amber Grace Community. Learning & Development Assistants encourage curiosity, foster independence, adapt learning experiences to individual abilities, and build meaningful relationships that help Neighbors grow in confidence, responsibility, and purpose.* *Learning & Development Assistants participate in a tiered leadership pathway designed to develop their skills, responsibility, and leadership over time. Returning assistants take on increased ownership, mentor newer assistants, and help facilitate NeighborLife programming.* Apprentice Learning & Development Assistant (Entry-Level) For new hires or students in their first semester of service

Responsibilities Include: - Observe and assist Mentors during workshops and NeighborLife experiences. - Build relationships with Neighbors through encouragement and active participation. - Assist with lesson preparation, activity setup, and learning materials. - Learn strategies for adapting instruction to individual learning styles while embracing Amber Grace values. - Participate in staff training and meetings with a willingness to learn and grow *Focus: Observation, engagement, and foundational support*