Current Openings
Independent Living Specialist - Cheyenne
Please apply at the WIL job posting on Indeed.com to be considered for this position.
A cover letter is required.
Centers for Independent Living (CIL) promote a philosophy of Independent Living including consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access and advocacy, in order to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence and productivity of individuals with disabilities. CILs are peer organizations, and primarily staffed by people with disabilities.
Wyoming Independent Living’s (WIL) mission is to advance independence, dignity and a world without barriers where people with disabilities are empowered to participate fully in our communities and individual life choices. WIL Independent Living Program Specialists partner with individuals with disabilities to maximize independence and empowerment by providing the five core services of a Center for Independent Living:
· Information and referral (I & R)
· Independent living skills training
· Personal and systems advocacy
· Peer support, and
· Transition services
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
· Promote independence, empowerment, self-advocacy and disability pride
· Develop specialized knowledge as assigned in areas such as ADA, employment, housing, adaptive technology, home modification, disability benefits, etc.
· Conduct comprehensive interviews to assess consumer needs
· Assist consumers to establish Independent Living Goals and Plans
· Provide periodic follow-up and ongoing support as consumers move toward stated goals
· Provide information and referral on disability related resources
· Provide individualized and group training in independent living skills
· Co-facilitate workshops such as Living Well with a Disability
· Coordinate peer support for independent living through consumer groups and peer mentoring
· Teach disability history, disability rights and disability pride
· Empower youth and adults through advocacy and leadership training
· Coordinate and conduct community outreach and systems advocacy
· Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders
· Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and peer advocates
· Maintain accurate and timely consumer records, documentation and reporting
· Travel throughout designated service area to meet with consumers and other stakeholders
· Participate in staff training and related conferences/conventions
· Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to connect to people
- Interviewing and presentation skills
- Ability to plan, implement and document programs and services
- Two years of related experience and/or education
- Knowledge of disability issues and community resources
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred:
- Personal experience with a disability
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Experience with or knowledge of Centers for Independent Living
$38,000.00 per year
Wyoming Independent Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided.
Community Choice Waiver Case Management - Casper
Please apply at the WIL job posting on Indeed.com to be considered for this position.
A cover letter is required.
The work of Wyoming Independent Living is grounded on the Independent Living (IL) philosophy which maintains that persons with disabilities are the best judges of their service needs and how to receive those services. IL services are intended to assist consumers to attain the highest degree of independence and self-reliance possible.
WIL Program Specialist is responsible for providing the five core services of a Center for Independent Living:
- Information and referral (I & R)
- Independent living skills training
- Personal and systems advocacy
- Peer support, and
- Transition services to youth and adults
The Program Specialist works with individuals on the Community Choices Medicaid Waiver program who are interested in managing their own personal care providers. Specialist coordinates in-home services and supports and provides employer training so that consumers can effectively hire, train and supervisor their own self-help assistants. Position involves travel throughout the service area.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Performing comprehensive consumer interviews to establish goals for independent living
- Ensuring compliance with program rules and regulations
- Maintaining accurate and timely consumer records
- Preparing reports and completing agency paperwork within established deadlines
- Conducting community outreach and education activities
- Promoting inter-agency collaboration to improve service delivery systems for people with disabilities
- Travel throughout designated service area to meet with consumers and other stakeholders
- Participate in staff training and related conferences/conventions
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor Degree in Social Services or related field
- One year of case management experience
- Experience at a Center for Independent Living preferred
- Personal experience with a disability is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft office applications
Wyoming Independent Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
