C&I Internship: Amber Grace Learning & Development Assistant 3

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.*

Lead Learning & Development Assistant (Advanced/Leadership Role)

For Learning & Development Assistants demonstrating strong leadership, initiative, and relational depth

Expanded Responsibilities:

• Co-lead NeighborLife programming alongside Mentors.
• Mentor and support Apprentice and Learning & Development Assistants.
• Assist with curriculum planning, lesson development, and creative learning experiences.
• Serve as point person during designated NeighborLife blocks when Mentors are in one-on-one sessions.
• Provide informal leadership, encouragement, and spiritual support within the Learning & Development Assistant team. *Focus: Leadership, co-ownership, and program excellence*