Current Openings (2 positions):

• People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!

• Access to reliable transportation for traveling in multiple counties is crucial.

• Mileage reimbursement is provided.

• To apply, you can go to Step 1 or use the Assistant Portal below..

• Next engage in our self-paced online video, Step 2.

• Location: Pitts, Georgia (Wilcox County location).

• Location: Albany, Georgia (Dougherty County location)

Full-time or Part-time Independent Living Coordinator PositionJob Summary:

About This Position

Independent Living Coordinators empower people with disabilities by helping them achieve independence, get out or stay out of institutional settings, gain freedom, and lead a more independent (or interdependent) life. Independent Living Coordinators do this in a multitude of ways, including:

●      advocating to eliminate barriers to independence for people with disabilities

●      researching and sharing information to promote informed choices and opportunities

●      using online databases and software to work with people with disabilities on their independent living goals/plans, coordinate services, and document activities and efforts

●      Working to empower people with disabilities to get out of isolating or segregated circumstances

Responsibilities

●      Communicate, work with, inform and educate consumers with disabilities to have access to resources and information in a variety of ways.

●      Work with a team to facilitate community events (in-house and/or online)

●      Work with individuals with disabilities on home access modifications, nursing home transition, housing referral programs, rental assistance programs, and more

●      Provide additional Independent Living services: Peer Support, Advocacy (self-advocacy and systems advocacy), Independent Living Skills Training, Information and Resource Referral

●      Answer incoming calls and inquiries, ensuring proper documentation of requests and communications

●      Other duties as assigned

Requirements

●      Willingness to learn and engage with the community

●      Highly resourceful team player, with the ability to be effective independently

●      Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

●      Excellent documentation practices

●      Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask

●      High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

●      Travel for these positions is crucial in multiple counties (mileage reimbursement is provided)

●      Working understanding of computers and project/task management software

Preferred Qualifications

●      High school or GED preferred, and college degree or highter is a plus.

●      Ability to teach, follow, and lead various activities.

●      Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate needs, and discern work priorities.

●      Ability to work well with anyone regardless of background.

●      Ability to create content based on community activities, events, success stories, and helpful resources.