(UPDATE 1/26/22: This position has been filled)
Job Title: Independent Living Specialist
Job Type: Full-time, 9 AM to 5 PM
Time Frame: January 2022 to June 30, 2022 (with possibility of extension)
Pay: $23.80 per hour
General Job Description
This individual is responsible for teaching independent living skills to people of all ages and various disabilities, conducting outreach to our diverse population, and assisting with all other programs, as directed. Examples of Independent living skills are: money and budgeting skills, computer skills, using the public bus service, social skills and assertiveness training, advocacy skills, grocery shopping, doing laundry, dressing appropriately. Skills will be taught on a one to one or small group basis.
Responsibilities
Conduct independent living skills training in accordance with the philosophy of independent living
Assisting consumers with identifying goals, then developing and implementing Independent Living Plans (ILP) to meet the goals
Work with consumers one-on-one and in groups, both at ACI and in the community
Facilitate timely completion of Independent Living Plans or goals, providing services according to those goals
Document meetings, activities, progress, challenges and successes
Complete a monthly report and other reports as needed
Taking the lead on planning and conducting ACI outreach
Organizing and implementing social activities.
Expansion of our social media presence (including TikTok)
Teaching independent living skills classes
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and/or related job experience.
Passionate, upbeat and creative
Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy of independent living
Familiarity with a range of independent living skills and ability to teach others such skills
Demonstrated ability to problem solve with creativity
Work one on one and in small groups, teaching independent living skills. Examples of independent living skills include: money and budgeting skills, computer skills, using the public bus service, social skills, grocery shopping, doing laundry, dressing appropriately.approaches
Excellent verbal and written skills
Creative planner with good organization and documentation skills
Knowledge and experience using a personal computer
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Zoom
Willingness to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Qualified person with a disability
Bilingual
Experience working in the independent living/disability field
Familiarity with resources in Middlesex, Somerset and Union counties
Experience developing and implementing individualized goal plans and coordinating work with others
Documenting services and community activities.
Experience developing training curricula and materials and conducting one-on-one and group training
About Us
The Alliance Center for Independence (ACI) recognizes disability as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity. ACI is a 501(c)(3) community-based, grassroots organization that supports and promotes independent living for people with disabilities in Middlesex, Union, and Somerset counties in New Jersey. ACI provides information and referral services and develops and implements educational programs and innovative activities that promote activism, peer support, health and wellness, employment and independent living skills for people with disabilities and their allies. ACI supports the philosophy of independent living for all persons with disabilities.
To apply, please send your resume and contact information by email (ctonks@adacil.org) or mail (Alliance Center for Independence, 629 Amboy Ave (Suite 104), Edison, NJ 08837) by December 20, 2021. No phone calls, please!
All programs and employment positions are open to all members of the community, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, economic status, or disability.
ACI follows all CDC guidelines. We encourage ACI employees to be vaccinated or will be required to take a weekly COVID-19 test.
