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Independent Living of the Genesee Region Independent Living Specialist in Batavia, New York
Order#: NY1614698
Independent Living Specialist
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION This position will coordinate independent living skills, evaluations and training for persons with disabilities. To assist in the personal adjustment of an individuals disability and maximize community participation.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate and conduct independent living evaluations for people with disabilities. Inform individuals about various programs that are available to them and assist them in securing and/or maintaining benefits, such as vocational rehabilitation, social services, Medicare, etc. Document which services were requested and received by individual consumers. Provide Independent Living (IL) Core services: Peer counseling, Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Transition supports, and information and referral. Coordinate and/or perform independent living skills, counseling and training. Assist participants in developing Independent Living skills (i.e. mobility & orientation, cooking, cleaning, daily household chores, shopping etc.) Assist consumers in the development of an Independent Living Plan (ILP). Document the development and achievement of IL goals selected by individuals. Provide education and support to family members of individuals with disabilities. Provide assistance to obtain specialized devices and equipment such as wheelchairs and lifts, assistive technology and equipment. Intervene, at the request of the consumer, in crisis situations between consumer and service programs. Coordinate and conduct home and building architectural barrier consultation utilizing federal and state guidelines on disabilities. Identify to consumer housing options to enable the consumer to compare a variety of living arrangements and provide other necessary assistance to aid individuals in securing suitable living arrangements. Attend Agencys in-service training and staff meetings as well as any other Agencyrelated activities as required. Participate in outreach events, coordinate and schedule face to face/electronic/phone visits with consumers based on consumer preference. Assure accurate and timely documentation of consumer services and required paperwork in Western New York Independent Living, Incs (WNYILs) Electronic Consumer Record (ECR) database and assure that this task is completed within two (2) working days of the date of service. Manage/maintain loan closet documentation of consumer calls and coordinate services with other departments. Return calls within 24-hours and emails within 48-hours. Participate in maintaining a neat, clean and safe work environment. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EDUCATION & TRAINING Associate Degree in Human Services or related field OR Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials.