We are seeking a Community Independence Specialist!
Independent Connection exists to help people with disabilities be and stay independent in their community. Our mission is to eliminate barriers, so all people have the right to make their own decisions and exercise control over their own lives. All people have the right to pursue success and take risks.
We are a small, collaborative office environment where teamwork, communication, and flexibility are valued. Staff work closely together to support one another, share ideas, and problem solve. Our team is relationship-focused, supportive, dependable, and mission-driven. We emphasize accountability and a positive atmosphere to empower others.
Sound like you? Take the next steps to join our team!
As a Specialist your day-to-day includes:
1. Facilitating meetings with consumers (any age, any type of disability) to learn about their needs & goals, then:
- Assisting individuals in connecting with community partners and resources.
- Helping consumers make a plan and learn new skills.
- Researching a process and working alongside the consumer to navigate it.
- Sharing about our services in a meeting or group.
2. Participating in trainings to build your skills in goal setting strategies, independent living philosophy, and knowledge of available resources.
3. Working a Monday-Friday schedule in an office environment, where we use a variety of computer programs and equipment to carry out our work.
Skills that you bring:
- A passion and focus for fostering a person’s independence and creating a quality experience and work environment.
- Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized.
- Creativity when problem solving and initiative to keep moving forward.
Education
High School Diploma/GED required and at least two years’ experience working with people in an office/service setting. Must be at least 18 years of age and be able to pass background checks.
Apply
Apply on Indeed with your resume & cover letter, on our website, or send your resume and cover letter to our main office:
Independent Connection
436 South Ohio
Salina, KS, 67401 EOE
Qualified applicants with disabilities are always encouraged to apply for open positions at Independent Connection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Must be at least 18 years of age and be able to pass background checks. Travel within North Central Kansas is likely.
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Independent Connection Inc. is a Center for Independent Living, which means we are a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross disability, non-residential, private, non-profit agency that provides an array of independent living services in 9 counties (Jewell, Mitchell, Lincoln, Ellsworth, Cloud, Republic, Ottawa, Dickinson, & Saline).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
