Neuroaffirming Program Specialist

Job overview

The Neuroaffirming Program Specialist role is onsite in Palm Desert, CA. Annual compensation is $58,000–$72,000. The specialist supports LEAPS programming at the LEAPS Community Hub and in community-based environments, working with neurodivergent youth and adults. The specialist provides individualized, person-centered support and actively teaches skills that promote independence, communication, self-advocacy, and community participation. The role manages an assigned caseload of approximately five to seven self-advocates, monitors progress, and collaborates with families and colleagues to adapt programming to individual goals.

What you'll do

• Provide individualized neuroaffirming support across LEAPS programs, the Community Hub, and community settings
• teach and coach skills related to daily living, communication, self-advocacy, social development, emotional regulation, executive functioning, community access, functional academics, vocational readiness, decision-making, and problem-solving
• manage a caseload of approximately five to seven
• review goals and documentation
• monitor progress
• prepare goal-related activities
• communicate concerns
• collaborate on program modifications and follow through on action items.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

neuroaffirming program specialist

palm desert ca

leaps services

$58k–$72k annually

neurodivergent support

person-centered support

self-advocacy

community-based learning

caseload management

family collaboration

progress monitoring

bachelor's degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) and matching
• employee discounts
• paid time off
• training and development
• wellness resources
• advancement opportunities.

Why this role

The role combines direct service, caseload management, community-based learning, family collaboration, progress monitoring, and professional documentation; a bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are required.

About the employer

Leaps Services LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.