Independent Living Coordinator - Nursing Home Transitions

Job Description

Job Description

Independent Living Coordinators

Full-Time OR Part-Time Positions Available

About Disability Connections

Providing services for almost thirty years with people of all ages and all types of disabilities in the Middle Georgia Area, Disability Connections is a non-profit organization passionate about enabling people with disabilities to attain and have greater access to opportunities in life.

About This Position

Independent Living Coordinators empower people with disabilities by helping them achieve independence, get out or stay out of institutional settings, gain freedom, and lead a more independent (or interdependent) life. Independent Living Coordinators do this in a multitude of ways, including:

• advocating to eliminate barriers to independence for people with disabilities
• researching and sharing information to promote informed choices and opportunities
• using online using databases and software to work with people with disabilities on their independent living goal/plans, coordinate services, and document activities and efforts
• Working to help people with disabilities get out of isolating or segregated circumstances

We strongly encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for this position. This position reports to the Executive Director and designated supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Communicate, work with, inform and educate consumers with disabilities to have access to resources and information in a variety of ways.
• Work with a team to facilitate community events (in-house and/or online)
• Work with individuals with disabilities on home access modifications, nursing home transition, housing referral programs, and more
• Provide additional Independent Living services; Peer Support, Advocacy (self-advocacy and systems advocacy), Independent Living Skills Training, Information and Resource Referral
• Answer incoming calls and inquiries, ensuring proper documentation of requests and communications
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and engage with the community
• Highly resourceful team-player, with ability to be effective independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent documentation practices
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Travel for these positions is crucial in multiple counties (mileage reimbursement is provided)
• Working understanding of computers and project/task management software

Preferred Qualifications

• High school or GED preferred, college degree a plus.
• Ability to teach, follow, and lead various activities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities.
• Ability to work well with anyone regardless of background.
• Ability to create content based on community activities, events, success stories, and helpful resources.