What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Living Advocate position at Access Alaska?
Access Alaska Inc. is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Independent Living Advocate Position with our Anchorage Office. An Ideal candidate will have strong communication and problem solving skills and be familiar with the community resources. This position will actively assist people experiencing disabilities to live independently in the community of their choice by establishing and achieving goals related to physical, emotional, economic, and overall independence. The Independent Living Advocate works alongside consumers to overcome barriers and acquire life skills so they can succeed with their self-identified objectives. This position provides information and guidance related to various types of vocational, educational, housing, transportation and other community resources. The Independent Living Advocates will engage in development of goal plans; networking and outreach i the community, timely data entry ad provide referrals as needed.
Essential Functions
NOTE: Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Goal Development
Independent Living Skill Training
Service Coordination
Advocacy
Engagement in a Center for Independent Living’s five core services: Peer Support, Individual and Systems Advocacy, Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills Training, and Transition.
Education and Experience
BA/BS in Human Services preferred; Two (4) years of college or equivalent work experience.
Experience working directly with clients or consumers.
Mental health experience preferred.
Expectations
Maintain Confidentiality ▪ Integrity ▪ Honesty ▪ Professionalism ▪ Excellent Work Ethic ▪ Able to Maintain Boundaries ▪ Support of AAI’s Mission Vision and Values
Equipment
Database ▪ Website Use ▪ Video Conferencing ▪ Computer ▪ Phone ▪ Copier ▪ Printer ▪ Scanner ▪ Fax Machine ▪ CIL Suite
Rate of Pay
$22.86 to $24.81 DOE
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Access Alaska Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Access Alaska, Inc. makes every effort to ensure that in every phase of its recruitment and selection processes equal employment opportunity is provided to all individuals regardless of race, color, genetics, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, change in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, national origin or citizenship, or veteran's status. Access Alaska, Inc. is an at-will employer.
Salary : $23 - $25