Jose brings nearly a decade of experience in the disability field, paired with a strong passion for community service and inclusion. His dedication began early, volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club throughout high school and later earning an internship with the U.S. House of Representatives during his first semester of college. He spent two years in Washington, D.C., working as a counselor for at-risk youth at Gaithersburg High School in Maryland before returning to Orange County to complete his education. While finishing school, he worked at a group home for foster teens, eventually finding his passion as a job coach at a day program for adults with disabilities—where he later became the manager. Now, as part of The Happening, his leadership, compassion, and dedication help create a supportive space where all adults feel valued, included, and connected.​​