ILGR Independent Living Specialist, Rapid Rehousing Program Position Available In Erie, New York

JOB OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE
Independent Living Specialist (ILS)

DEPARTMENT

Rapid Rehousing Program, Independent Living of Genesee Region
(ILGR)

LOCATION

Batavia, N.Y.
DIRECT
Housing Coordinator

SUPERVISOR

GENERAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Coordinate Independent living skills, evaluations and training for persons with disabilities. Assist in the personal adjustment of an individual’s disability and maximize community participation.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Coordinate and conduct independent living evaluations for people with disabilities, including evaluation of housing status.
2.Determine eligibility for the Rapid Rehousing program and complete the required documentation, entering all necessary data into the HMIS data management system.
3.Coordinate individual budget plans for Rapid Rehousing consumers.
4.Assist with public benefit applications including Supplemental Security Income/ Social Security Disability Income (SSI/SSDI).
5.Provide counseling to persons with disabilities for the purpose of identifying life goals, objectives and values. Assist with housing, transportation and employment seeking goals.
6.Conduct home and building architectural barrier consultation utilizing federal and state guidelines on disabilities.
7.Conduct inspections of housing rental units to determine eligibility for Rapid Rehousing Consumers.
8.Complete and submit financial documents securing rent and security deposit payments.
9.Complete and maintain accurate fiscal records.
10.Act as a liaison with Rapid Rehousing consumers, landlords, Department of Social Services and Pathstones, Inc. ensuring timely payments and mediating to prevent eviction when possible.
11.Identify housing options and rental units throughout the Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming (GOW) County areas.
12.Provide other assistance necessary to help individual’s secure suitable living arrangements.
13.Intervene, at the request of the individual, in crisis situations with agencies and service programs.
14.Attend and/or facilitate partner meetings with respect to housing concerns in the GOW area.
15.Stay current on Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Rapid Rehousing regulations and guidelines.
16.Accurately document consumer services and required paperwork in Western New York Independent Living, Inc.’s (WNYIL’s) databases, within two (2) working days of the date of service.
17.Participate in maintaining a neat, clean and safe work environment.
18.Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Associate Degree in a related human services field
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in a related human services field

• Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

(if required)

• Work experience in a related human services field is required.
• Selected candidate should possess knowledge of persons with disabilities, as well as federal and state laws pertaining to the rights of persons with disabilities.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must have a form of reliable transportation in order to travel independently throughout the three (3) County service areas (Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming) is required.
• Selected candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, in addition to, good organizational and analytical skills.
• A desire to advocate for the rights of others is essential.
• Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

WORK
Office/ Community

ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL
Sitting for extended periods of time.

DEMANDS OF

Occasional lifting of not more than 15 pounds.
THE JOB
HOURS / SHIFTS
37.5

• 40 hours per week. M
• F 8:30 am
• 5:00 pm.

Overtime rarely required.

CLASSIFICATION

Full-time, salary, non-exempt, Professional staff.

Range:

$48,000 to $50,000
Agency provided group health insurance.
Vision, dental, life, supplemental insurances available.

BENEFITS

PTO and paid holiday package.
403(b) retirement with Agency match.
Employee Assistance Program
Western New York Independent Living, Inc. values our employee
OTHER
safety and follows all recommended NYS required Infectious Disease
Prevention Protocols.
Western New York Independent Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for people with disabilities. Western New York Independent Living, Inc. is a scent-free agency.

Closing Date:

July 1, 2025
Cover Letter and Resume Required to:
Human Resources Dept. WNY Independent Living, Inc. 3108 Main St.
Buffalo, N.Y. 14214 employmentwnyil