Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta jobs and careers

About Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta

Our Mission The mission of DSAA is to guide Atlanta’s Down syndrome community by connecting families and self-advocates to the partners, programs, education and resources they need to thrive. Our Vision DSAA's vision is to equip individuals with Down syndrome for a world that is ready for them! What We Do Orchestrate an annual Buddy Walk® each October to raise awareness and financial support. Serve as a resource for individuals, families, and educators for a life span. Oversee Camp Brightside, a weeklong sleepaway camp for individuals ages 13-22 with Down Syndrome. Partnered with Jack’s Basket (a nonprofit organization with a mission to celebrate babies with Down syndrome.) Partnered with GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta, providing programming and support. Created and implemented Audition BootCamp- a 6-week class for adults with Down syndrome. Coordinate year-round parent education programs. Organize social gatherings and events for families, in particular, events for moms of children with Down syndrome. Distribute current information about Down syndrome to OB/GYN practices, pediatricians, and hospitals in metro Atlanta through our Medical Outreach initiative. Oversee a community-based parent networking program, currently comprised of 6 area groups. Provide resources and implementation to the Hispanic Family Connection (HFC), a program of DSAA. Provide resources and implementation to the Black Family Connection (BFC), a program of DSAA. Advocate for issues affecting persons with Down syndrome locally and nationally. Orchestrate a holiday party free of cost for our families, hosting as many as 750 attendees!