Josie Sparks
Program Manager
Josie Sparks has been a Person-Centered Planner since 2019. Working with students transitioning into the work force, creating pathways towards retirement and helping individuals expand their community connections is what fills Josie’s cup. As a facilitator, she enjoys seeing people through the lens of each member of their team and gets elated when hidden skills, gifts, strengths, talents and important information is uncovered that points towards a fulfilled life.
Josie is passionate about leading teams with the idea that opportunities for employment changes lives and creates a positive impact on the social-emotional health of an individual and the communities they live in. She is also passionate in delivering the message that every person is a contributing factor towards their community. In 2017, Josie Sparks had the pleasure of presenting and facilitating an engaging discussion on Community Inclusion and the Pathway to Employment at the TASH Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
In her personal time, Josie dedicates her time to family and competitive Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Paddling, representing the Pacific NW throughout the United States.