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<p class="MsoNormal">Hello everyone,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Please forward to anyone you think may be a good fit for this position!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Saavi Services for the Blind is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as our
<b>Statewide Children and Youth Services Manager</b>. This role provides statewide leadership for children and youth programming while also coordinating national programs that serve blind students from across the country.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Through a strong partnership with the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), Saavi Services for the Blind delivers nationally recognized programs that welcome students and families from across the United States. This position offers a
rare opportunity to combine local leadership, statewide coordination, and national program delivery.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Position Overview</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Based in Phoenix, the Children and Youth Services Manager oversees after-school, weekend, summer, and transition programming; supervises staff including the Tucson Children and Youth Coordinator; and coordinates Pre-Employment Transition
Services (Pre-ETS). The role also supports seasonal and grant-funded programs such as
<b>Extended School Year Program (ESY), GENIUS Camp, Ready Set Go (RSG) Transition Summer Camp</b> and serves as a primary point of contact for families, VR counselors, and partners across states.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">All work is grounded in structured discovery, strong nonvisual skills, and a positive philosophy of blindness.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Key Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Provide statewide leadership for children and youth services<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Supervise and mentor children and youth staff<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Lead Phoenix-based youth programming<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Oversee Pre-ETS and transition services<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Facilitate national programs in partnership with the National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Serve as a primary contact for families, partners, and VR counselors<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Model strong nonvisual skills, problem-solving, and inclusion<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Represent Saavi in professional development and national initiatives<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Associate’s degree in Education or related field, or equivalent experience<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Minimum two years’ experience in blindness education or rehabilitation<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Experience with youth programming and program development preferred<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6">Demonstrated positive philosophy of blindness<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Compensation & Professional Development<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Salary Range:</b> <b>$55,000–$65,000 annually</b>, depending on experience<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">SAAVI offers health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with employer match; generous vacation and flexible holidays; and robust professional development, including paid attendance at the National Federation of the Blind National Convention
each year.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Based in <b>Phoenix, Arizona</b> — relocation stipend available.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Apply Today<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you are passionate about empowering blind children, leading impactful programs, and working at both a statewide and national level, we encourage you to apply.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Submit your rsum and cover letter to: Joanne Williams, <a href="mailto:jwilliams@saavi.us">
jwilliams@saavi.us</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">All the best,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Joanne Williams, M.A., NOMC, NCRTB</i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Chief Quality Officer<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>SAAVI Services for the Blind</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u>3350 E. Grant Road</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u>Tucson, AZ 85716</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Office: <u>520-795-1331 ext. 333</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Email: <u> <a href="mailto:jgabias@saavi.us"><span style="color:blue">jwilliams@saavi.us</span></a></u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Expect more,</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Achieve more,</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Become more!</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://www.saavi.us/"><span style="color:blue">www.saavi.us</span></a></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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