Manager of Youth Services; COMS or TSVI

Make 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 are 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.

• 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, including nights or weekends.

• 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.

TSVI, COMS, CVRT, CATIS, CLVT, or related.

• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation Services, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

• 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.

• 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.