Working at DSLC is a highly rewarding way of serving your community. You will receive the satisfaction of helping others in a positive, team-oriented environment.
DSLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment positions are open to all members of the community, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, economic status, or disability.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 protects the rights of people with disabilities to equal employment opportunities. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified applicants and/or employees who have disabilities. Arrangements will be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation in completing any part of the employment process. No qualified person will be denied employment nor will terms or conditions of employment be influenced by a request for reasonable accommodation. It is your responsibility to make your needs known,
Persons with disabilities, women and other minorities are encouraged to apply!
● Please see job description below for position description, responsibilities, and preferred qualifications. All material is available in alternative formats upon request.
● To apply, email or FAX resume, and cover letter and any requests for application or interview accommodation to:
fax: 707-528-9477
email: cri@cri-dove.org
There are currently 2 positions available:
POSITION: Independent Living /Social Security Advocate
(Full Time – Santa Rosa, Napa or Ukiah Office)
HOURS: 37.5 Hours per week
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Independent Living/Social Security Advocate (Non-exempt)
DEFINITION: Provide work incentives pl anning and assistance to individuals with disabilities, receiving SSI/SSDI, and their families.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To develop, imple ment and evaluate the WIPA program .
- To comply with all reporting require ments including the organization and maintenance of the database.
- To collaborate and network with SSA, DOL, and all appropriate community organizations.
- To provide direct and indirect services to assist persons with disabilities achieve maximum independence.
- To assist individual with disabilities receiving SSI/SSDI to understand in-depth the current work incentives and programs available and for which the individual may be eligible.
- To provide I & R and technical assistance to individuals requesting assistance regarding adaptive equip ment and assistive technology issues.
- To Participate in the agency’s involve ment and collaboration with the Statewide AT Network.
- To participate in local, state and national strategies and techniques to develop and imple ment systems changes and outco mes affecting individuals with disabilities’ civil rights and participation in their community.
- To participate in the agency’s on-going Systems Change Plan develop ment and activities.
- To complete other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge of and sensitivity toward persons with disabilities.
- Ability to complete the SSA training for CWIC.
- Knowledge of the values and concepts of the Independent Living Move ment.
- Knowledge of resources, services and all public benefit programs, medical terminology and awareness of cultural and political issues.
- Knowledge of SSA structure and ethical issues, confidentiality and conflict of interest.
- Ability to quickly learn, understand, and explain laws and regulations affecting persons with disabilities.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
- Ability to think clearly in e mergencies, complete work with deadlines, and work with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to write reports and prepare articles for publication.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret reports and legal docu ments pertaining to the operation of the Project.
- Ability to effectively present information to participants and their families, staff, public groups, Board of Directors, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Personal experience with disability.
- Experience as a disability rights advocate.
- Bi-lingual in Spanish or A merican sign Language.
- BA in human services or equivalent experience. Revised and
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POSITION: Independent Living Advocate
(Full Ti me – Ukiah Office)
HOURS: 37.5 Hours per week
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Independent Living Advocate (Branch Office - Ukiah) (Non-exempt)
DEFINITION: Responsible for providing direct and indirect services to assist persons with disabilities to achieve maximum independence.
RESPONSIBILITIES: To assist persons with disabilities:
- Secure permanent housing, as well as emergency shelter as needed.
- Access the available public benefits (i.e. Social Security disability Insurance, SSI, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, etc.), including assistance with the application process, reconsiderations, and administrative hearings.
- Deal with issues and complaints related to the Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Rehabilitation Act.
- Deal with Independent Living Skills training, peer support and access to support groups and other resources.
- To conduct outreach and educational activities to ensure those persons with disabilities and others are informed of DSLC’s services and mission.
- To network with local agencies and organizations to ensure comprehensive referral options.
- To engage in systems advocacy activities on behalf of person with disabilities.
- To complete all required forms, records and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
- To provide Information & Referral and technical assistance regarding adaptive equipment and assistive technology issues.
- To Participate in the agency’s involvement and collaboration with the Statewide AT Network.
- To participate in local, state and national strategies and techniques to develop and implement systems changes and outcomes affecting individuals with disabilities’ civil rights and participation in their community.
- To participate in the agency’s on-going Systems Change Plan development and activities.
- To complete other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge of and sensitivity toward persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge of the values and concepts of the Independent Living Movement.
- Knowledge of resources and services available to persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge of word processing and data base(s).
- Ability to quickly learn, understand, and explain laws and regulations affecting persons with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with angry, upset or demanding consumers.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
- Ability to think clearly in emergencies, complete work with deadlines, and work with frequent interruptions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Personal experience with disability.
- Experience as a disability rights advocate.
- Bi-lingual in Spanish or American sign Language.
- BA in human services or equivalent experience.
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