What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist position at WNY Independent Living Inc.?
Buffalo, NY. WNY Independent Living. Program Specialist.
FT. Benefits. $41,000- $43,700/Year.
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
General Job Description
Coordinate the Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Continuum of Care and maximize
community participation.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
information to their direct service staff.
Associate Degree in Human Services
OR
Bachelors Degree in Human Services
Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic
credentials.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if Required)
Candidate must have experience in the Human Services field.
Selected candidate should possess knowledge of persons with disabilities, as well as
federal and state laws pertaining to the rights of persons with disabilities.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to travel independently throughout the three (3) service regions (Genesee, Orleans
and Wyoming Counties) is required.
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, good
organization and analytical skills.
Must have intermediate level of knowledge of computers including the use of Excel
spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.
Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring
a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.
Residents of Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties encouraged to apply.
How To Apply
Send Cover Letter and Resume to:
Mail
Human Resources Dept.
WNY Independent Living, Inc.
3108 Main St.
Buffalo, N.Y. 14214
Email: employment@wnyil.org
FT. Benefits. $41,000- $43,700/Year.
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
General Job Description
Coordinate the Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Continuum of Care and maximize
community participation.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct monthly Continuum of Care (COC) meetings in the Genesee County,
- Maintain and increase participation in Homeless Management Information System
- Create reports and analyze data from HMIS to guide GOW housing programs,
- Communicate with HAWNY on a regular basis to help coordinate services and
- Regularly meeting with Warming Shelters, Schools, Jails, Hospitals, Employment
information to their direct service staff.
- Increase organizational participation and recruit new members into the COC.
- Network with Landlords to educate and engage their participation in housing
- Coordinate at-risk assessment for data tracking purposes.
Associate Degree in Human Services
OR
Bachelors Degree in Human Services
Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic
credentials.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if Required)
Candidate must have experience in the Human Services field.
Selected candidate should possess knowledge of persons with disabilities, as well as
federal and state laws pertaining to the rights of persons with disabilities.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to travel independently throughout the three (3) service regions (Genesee, Orleans
and Wyoming Counties) is required.
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, good
organization and analytical skills.
Must have intermediate level of knowledge of computers including the use of Excel
spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.
Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring
a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.
Residents of Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties encouraged to apply.
How To Apply
Send Cover Letter and Resume to:
Human Resources Dept.
WNY Independent Living, Inc.
3108 Main St.
Buffalo, N.Y. 14214
Email: employment@wnyil.org
Salary : $41,000 - $43,700
