Independent Living Specialist (Cheyenne_)

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Do you have personal or professional experience with a disability and would like to work with a supportive team, in a flexible work environment to empower people with disabilities to live independent and inclusive lives? Wyoming Independent Living's (WIL's) mission is to advance independence, dignity, and a world without barriers where people with disabilities are empowered to participate fully in our communities and fulfil their individual life choices.

• CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Locate disability related information and resources
• Build a support network of peers with disabilities
• Learn new skills for independent living
• Transition into the community of your choice
• Advocate for the rights, resources and services that are key to their success
• Assess needs and develop a plan to address
• Assist consumers to establish Independent Living Goals and Plans
• Provide 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
• Educate consumers and the community on disability history, disability rights and disability pride
• Coordinate and conduct community outreach and systems advocacy
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders
• Develop specialized knowledge as assigned in areas that may include employment, housing, adaptive technology, home modification, disability benefits, etc.
• Maintain accurate and timely consumer records, including case notes and documentation
• Travel throughout designated service area to meet with consumers and other stakeholders.
• Participate in staff training and related conferences
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to connect to people
• Interviewing and facilitation skills
• Ability to plan, implement and document programs and services
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Two years of related experience and/or education
• Personal experience with a disability
• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Knowledge of disability related issues and resources
• Experience with or knowledge of Centers for Independent Living