Employment Opportunities

Independent Living Specialist – Polson Office

Summit Independent Living

Independent Living Specialist – Summary

Primary responsibilities of this position include one-on-one work with individuals to assess current needs, provide information and referral, conduct individual skills training, facilitate workshops, support individuals to secure benefits, services and community resources appropriate for their needs. This position will also work as a team member to conduct advocacy, outreach, and public education activities.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain confidentiality.

· Conduct intake assessments and development of individual plans.

· Provide advocacy, skills training, information and referral, transitions assistance, and peer support services to consumers to facilitate achievement of their independent living goals.

· Research and stay current on Social Security, Medicare/Medicaid, housing programs, energy assistance, and other benefits programs to provide information and assistance to individuals to secure resources and supports appropriate for their needs.

· Provide information and training to individuals to facilitate understanding of their rights under the ADA, Fair Housing Act, and other civil rights laws.

· Participate in community events and public relations efforts, to include public speaking/presentations to agencies, groups, and organizations, as assigned.

· Maintain accurate, timely documents and file management including entering information into the database as expected.

· Travel as required to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements:

· Combination of related education, training, and experience of a Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, education, or related field.

· Two (2) years’ experience providing human services to people with disabilities or people with needs related to barriers to independent living. Personal experience with disability preferred.

· Knowledge (or ability to learn) history of disability rights, independent living philosophy and practices, and advocacy strategies.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community partner agencies and the business community.

· Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities and work in environment with distractions.

· Demonstrated ability to work independent of direct supervision.

Schedule:

This position is scheduled 32 hr/week and is non-exempt, compensated on an hourly basis. It is based in Summit’s Polson office. Remote/hybrid work is not an option

Independent Living Specialist – Kalispell Office

Summit Independent Living is taking applications for the Kalispell Independent Living Specialist position. This is a career opportunity for the right person with a solid background in social work or human services and a passion for working with people of all ages with disabilities. This is a 40 hours per week, non-exempt position.

The Independent Living Specialist is responsible for the provision of advocacy and resource development, peer support, information and referral, skills training, and service coordination for people with disabilities. This position will also serve as a coordinator and mentor for the Kalispell area youth transition services.  Excellent communication skills, ability to develop rapport with youth, to work effectively as a Summit team member and independently in the community are essential for success in this role. Refer to job description for complete job duties, responsibilities and required qualifications.

The starting hourly wage for this position is $19 per hour, DOE. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, 401 (k) plan with employer match, flexible  spending plan, paid holidays, generous personal allowable leave for vacation and sick days, and long-term illness leave.

Individuals interested in applying must submit a current resume, cover letter, and Summit employment application. Position open UNTIL FILLED. Application materials are available for download on the right.

Submit application materials to:

Dianna Kintzler, County Coordinator
Summit Independent Living
275 Corporate Way, Suite 200
Kalispell, MT 59901

or via email to dkintzler@summitilc.org

For more information regarding the job duties, qualifications, wage and benefits, or application process please contact Dianna Kintzler at 406-257-0048, Ext. 3.