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Independent Living SpecialistRCIL • Utica, NY, US
Independent Living Specialist

Independent Living Specialist

RCIL • Utica, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Annual starting salary : $37,856 ( $20.80 an hour)

35 Hour work week

Benefits :

  • PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays.
  • Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available.
  • Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
  • 401K with up to 10% employer investment.
  • Heavily subsidized Health Insurance with co-pays.
  • Vision and Dental insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care.
  • Monthly contribution towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs)
  • Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock)
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims.
  • Employees may be eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to have student loans forgiven.
  • Free covered parking.
  • Additional benefits available.

Job Duties :

The successful candidate will be expected to :

  • Responsibility for the establishment and delivery of Individualized Service Plans (ISP) with a focus on person-centered planning to meet the needs of RTHP / OHS participants to live independently, including but not limited to linkages to community resources, budgeting, transportation, and health care referrals.
  • Conduct homes visits for assessment, implementation, and revisions of ISPs.
  • Work locally to establish mutual referral systems with Managed Care Organizations, Performing Provider Systems, hospitals, nursing homes, service providers, etc.
  • Collaborate with applicants and / or their Housing Specialist, Transition Specialist, Nursing Home Discharge Planner, Care Manager (CM), natural support, or advocate ensuring a support services plan is in place for program admission and transition to independent living.
  • Education :

  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential duties of the position, may be considered as a substitute.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

  • Experience with the concepts of Independent Living and consumer control.
  • Knowledge of the State’s Medicaid program and community resources which can assist people with disabilities in living independently.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong advocacy skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.

    RCIL is an equal opportunity employer, and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion or veteran status.

    Travel Required : Yes

    Location : Utica, NY

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