Post Graduate Fellowship Full Time Housing and Salary Provided Three Start Dates to Choose From! "If you let it, working at Jill's House will change your perspective on the population we serve and on the world. There is so much joy to be found in creating a space of radical acceptance and belonging for the children and families we serve and letting that spirit of inclusion seep out into the rest of your life and relationships. If you have a heart for service and a teachable spirit, this is the place for you!" Emily, Fellow 2021-22 The Jill's House Fellowship is a program for current college graduates to gain experience in their field of study and to make a true difference in the lives of others. In addition to hourly pay, Fellows live in paid, fully furnished housing, and participate in sponsored social, professional, and spiritual development outings. As a Fellow you will: * Receive paid training and spend the majority of your week working directly with kids with intellectual disabilities. You will be the hands and feet of Jesus as you engage them in a wide variety of fun activities and assist them with activities of daily living as needed. Jill's House Fellows typically work about 44 hours per week. * Be paid to participate in professional and spiritual development events which historically have included hearing from professionals working in a variety of disability fields, visiting facilities catering to those with special needs, attending seminars on personal finance, resume building and networking, and engaging in group Bible studies. * Be given the opportunity to join social outings that allow you to bond with other fellows, see our Nation's Capital and explore the sites and experiences that Northern Virginia has to offer. Primary Responsibilities as a Jill's House Fellow Include: * Leading a group of clients engaging them in fun, positive activities at our Jill's House respite facility * Following an individualized service plan to provide customized care for each client in your group * Documenting details related to each client's stay * Interacting with the families of the clients we serve 3 Start Dates Available: Spring 2023 - Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023 / Application Deadline: April 30, 2023 Fall 2023 - Start Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023 / Application Deadline: June 15, 2023 Winter 2024 - Start Date: Monday, January 8, 2024 / Application Deadline: December 4, 2023 A commitment of one year is preferred. Please see attached Intern and Fellow Brochure for more details Jill's House Video Link on You Tube - Jill's House is a Christian non-profit organization that loves and serves families raising children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 6-22) with intellectual disabilities through short-term, overnight respite care and holistic family support services. At Jill's House, all families (regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or any other characteristic) will be unconditionally welcomed, served, and loved. To learn more, please visit our website at jillshouse.org.