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Independent Living SpecialistRocket City HR • Huntsville, AL, US
Independent Living Specialist

Independent Living Specialist

Rocket City HR • Huntsville, AL, US
1 day ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Disability Resource Network

Independent Living Specialist

Pay :  $38,000 - $40,000

Job description :

Independent Living Specialist

Reports to :  Executive Director

Employee Status :  Full Time

Area Served :  Madison, Morgan, Jackson, DeKalb, Marshall, Winston, Lawrence, Cullman, Marion, Franklin, Colbert, Lauderdale, and Limestone Counties

Work Location :  Huntsville (Hybrid)

Schedule :  40 Hours Weekly

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Independent Living Specialist to join our team. This role is essential in providing support and care to individuals with diverse needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in healthcare, social work, or related fields, and will be committed to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist consumers reach their own independent living goals, including the development and monitoring of an independent living plan (or waiver).
  • Provide core independent living services to a cross-disability population, including advocacy (individual and systems), peer support, independent living skills training, and information and referral. Provide services in consumers' homes and in the community.
  • Coordinate activities that empower people with disabilities to fully participate in the community.
  • Document community activities and consumer demographics, contacts, goals, and other data in accordance with agency procedures.
  • Provide community outreach and awareness of Disability Resource Network.
  • Work in collaborative manner with service providers, government agencies, and private sector.
  • Provide support of local disability grassroots organizations.
  • Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors degree preferred.
  • One year of work experience in Case Management, Social Services, Healthcare, or Administrative roles required.
  • Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Job Requirements :

  • Must have commitment to independent living philosophy.
  • Must have knowledge of community resources.
  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work with diverse populations.
  • Must be able to document services provided.
  • Must be willing to learn more about civil rights laws and services for people with disabilities.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation and have ability to travel within service area. Must be able to provide services in the consumers' homes.
  • Must have basic knowledge of computer operations.
  • Personal lived experience with disability preferred.
  • Upon request, the Center will provide staff members with disabilities reasonable job accommodations / modifications.
  • Apply Today!

    If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join us in delivering impactful programs and services.

    Disability Resource Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. This position, like all positions at Disability Resource Network, is contingent upon funding.

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