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*Job Summary:* TheIL Coordinator is responsible for the delivery and coordination of Independent Living Services, e.
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, IL skills training, information and referral, advocacy, peer support, housing, financial and benefits assistance, community transition, assistive technology, and accessibility issues.
The IL Coordinator will promote consumer directed services to persons with disabilities within a 5 county service area.
This Independent Living Coordinator position will focus on our Community Programs.
This position includes facilitating classes in soft skills, self-advocacy, appropriate relationships, boundaries, hygiene, financial literacy, and other topics, both one-on-one with a participant or leading a group.
After each program, this position requires a clearly written report submitted in a timely fashion to our funding sources.
It also includes curriculum development for exciting new programsand administrative tasks to support current programs.
Because our programs havea strong peer support component,people with disabilities and/or mental health conditions are encouraged to apply.
*Qualifications:* Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or other related field preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience in providing support to persons with disabilities may be substituted for the college degree Two or more years of documented experience working with people with disabilities or firsthand experience with a disability required Knowledge of local community resources and ability to develop networks required Two years of documented experience developing and advocating for services to persons with disabilities required Knowledge of the human services systems, resources and related services required Knowledge of disability rights Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form required An insured vehicle and valid driver’s license available for daily use or ability to arrange own transportation required Knowledge of and ability to use computer and basic office programs (Microsoft Office) required Knowledge of Assistive Technology and related resources preferred Knowledge of Federal, State, and County funding sources preferred Knowledge of and ability to utilize sign language preferred Knowledge of accessible and affordable housing preferred Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act preferred Employ professional judgment and continue professional development * Participation in staff meetings, workgroups and committees * Lead and/or participate in special agency projects * Identify areas of interest and specialty to act as an agency resource * Provide community presentations on agency services and areas of expertise * Identify and participate in conferences/trainings/workgroups both in and out of the area as requested and required to advance knowledge and skills.
* Coordinate and maintain effective and positive working relationships with all agency staff as well as other agencies/service providers in order to encourage referrals and to promote cooperation and ensure effectiveness of services.
* Provide services in the office and in the community for the 5 county service area.
* Provide effective communication.
* Provide accurate and current agency required documentation * Practice high ethical standards established by the social work profession.
* Practice safe use of electronic tools while observing security and privacy of consumer and agency information.
*Non- Essential Duties:* 1.
Enter data in IL data collection computer program.
2.
All other duties assigned *Work Environment and Physical Demands: *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level is usually low to moderate.
While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, operate a computer, manage paperwork, demonstrate equipment, ambulate in consumer homes and in the community, and effectively communicate with co-workers, consumers and the community.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move approximately 10 to 20 pounds attributable to IL equipment and documents.
*Emotional Demands: *Must be able to remain calm in challenging or difficult situations.
Must project customer service standards of excellence – must treat clients/consumers and staff with respect, dignity and kindness.
_The above listed essential functions and qualifications are not all-inclusive as changes and/or other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
_ Our main office: 5200 Washington Avenue, Ste 225 in Racine, WI Other sites: 5455 Sheridan Rd, Kenosha 615 E.
Geneva St, Elkhorn You would mostly be out of our Racine office when not traveling in our 5 county service area.
This position is approximately 70%/30% between traveling in our service area and being in our Racine office work.
*Society's Assets* is a local nonprofit that, since 1974, provides independent living servicessupporting individuals of any age with any disability who live in Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Rock, and Jefferson counties.
Disability Representation: at least fifty-one percent (51%) of our board members and staff are composed of individuals with disabilities.
Services we provide: · *Independent Living (IL) Five (5) Core Services * *1.
Information & Referral* *2.
Independent Living Skills Training* *3.
Individual & Systems Advocacy* *4.
Peer Support* *5.
Transitions *- assistance with leaving nursing homes and other institutions and returning to community-based residences; assisting individuals to avoid institutional placement; and assisting the transition of youth with significant disabilities after completion of secondary education to post-secondary life.
· *Assistive Technology* (supported by WisTech) · *Home and Vehicle Accessibility Assessments* · *Benefits Counseling* · *Home Care / Personal Assistance Services (PAS)* · *Representative Payee* *www.
societysassets.
org* Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $16.
00 - $20.
00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 29 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in Racine, WI 53406
g.
, IL skills training, information and referral, advocacy, peer support, housing, financial and benefits assistance, community transition, assistive technology, and accessibility issues.
The IL Coordinator will promote consumer directed services to persons with disabilities within a 5 county service area.
This Independent Living Coordinator position will focus on our Community Programs.
This position includes facilitating classes in soft skills, self-advocacy, appropriate relationships, boundaries, hygiene, financial literacy, and other topics, both one-on-one with a participant or leading a group.
After each program, this position requires a clearly written report submitted in a timely fashion to our funding sources.
It also includes curriculum development for exciting new programsand administrative tasks to support current programs.
Because our programs havea strong peer support component,people with disabilities and/or mental health conditions are encouraged to apply.
*Qualifications:* Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or other related field preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience in providing support to persons with disabilities may be substituted for the college degree Two or more years of documented experience working with people with disabilities or firsthand experience with a disability required Knowledge of local community resources and ability to develop networks required Two years of documented experience developing and advocating for services to persons with disabilities required Knowledge of the human services systems, resources and related services required Knowledge of disability rights Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form required An insured vehicle and valid driver’s license available for daily use or ability to arrange own transportation required Knowledge of and ability to use computer and basic office programs (Microsoft Office) required Knowledge of Assistive Technology and related resources preferred Knowledge of Federal, State, and County funding sources preferred Knowledge of and ability to utilize sign language preferred Knowledge of accessible and affordable housing preferred Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act preferred Employ professional judgment and continue professional development * Participation in staff meetings, workgroups and committees * Lead and/or participate in special agency projects * Identify areas of interest and specialty to act as an agency resource * Provide community presentations on agency services and areas of expertise * Identify and participate in conferences/trainings/workgroups both in and out of the area as requested and required to advance knowledge and skills.
* Coordinate and maintain effective and positive working relationships with all agency staff as well as other agencies/service providers in order to encourage referrals and to promote cooperation and ensure effectiveness of services.
* Provide services in the office and in the community for the 5 county service area.
* Provide effective communication.
* Provide accurate and current agency required documentation * Practice high ethical standards established by the social work profession.
* Practice safe use of electronic tools while observing security and privacy of consumer and agency information.
*Non- Essential Duties:* 1.
Enter data in IL data collection computer program.
2.
All other duties assigned *Work Environment and Physical Demands: *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level is usually low to moderate.
While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, operate a computer, manage paperwork, demonstrate equipment, ambulate in consumer homes and in the community, and effectively communicate with co-workers, consumers and the community.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move approximately 10 to 20 pounds attributable to IL equipment and documents.
*Emotional Demands: *Must be able to remain calm in challenging or difficult situations.
Must project customer service standards of excellence – must treat clients/consumers and staff with respect, dignity and kindness.
_The above listed essential functions and qualifications are not all-inclusive as changes and/or other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
_ Our main office: 5200 Washington Avenue, Ste 225 in Racine, WI Other sites: 5455 Sheridan Rd, Kenosha 615 E.
Geneva St, Elkhorn You would mostly be out of our Racine office when not traveling in our 5 county service area.
This position is approximately 70%/30% between traveling in our service area and being in our Racine office work.
*Society's Assets* is a local nonprofit that, since 1974, provides independent living servicessupporting individuals of any age with any disability who live in Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Rock, and Jefferson counties.
Disability Representation: at least fifty-one percent (51%) of our board members and staff are composed of individuals with disabilities.
Services we provide: · *Independent Living (IL) Five (5) Core Services * *1.
Information & Referral* *2.
Independent Living Skills Training* *3.
Individual & Systems Advocacy* *4.
Peer Support* *5.
Transitions *- assistance with leaving nursing homes and other institutions and returning to community-based residences; assisting individuals to avoid institutional placement; and assisting the transition of youth with significant disabilities after completion of secondary education to post-secondary life.
· *Assistive Technology* (supported by WisTech) · *Home and Vehicle Accessibility Assessments* · *Benefits Counseling* · *Home Care / Personal Assistance Services (PAS)* · *Representative Payee* *www.
societysassets.
org* Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $16.
00 - $20.
00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 29 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in Racine, WI 53406
• Phone : NA
• Location : 5200 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI
• Post ID: 9079477632
