Resource Advocate/Care Manager Extender - Durham/Chapel Hill

Resource Advocate/Care Manager Extender - Durham/Chapel Hill The Arc of

NC - 3.6

Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $16 - $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Working with individuals with developmental disabilities High school diploma or GED Driver's License Computer skills Communication skills Full Job Description Resource Advocate/Care Manager Extender for Tailored Care Management Are you passionate about supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Do you have at least 2 years of direct care experience and want to take the next step in your career? This could be a great fit for you. As a Resource Advocate, you'll be an essential part of our Tailored Care Management team, helping individuals with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and other I/DD live healthier, more independent, and fulfilling lives. This position primarily supports individuals living in Durham and Orange counties. What You'll Do

• Build meaningful, supportive relationships with individuals and families
• Work closely with Care Managers to support whole-person care
• Help individuals access community resources, services, and supports
• Coordinate appointments and referrals
• Provide education, information, and advocacy to help people reach their goals
• Navigate service systems and document activities using computer-based tools To be successful in this role, you must be highly organized, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a strong commitment to helping others.

You should be able to navigate the service systems effectively and work collaboratively with individuals to ensure they receive the support they need. If you're ready to use your experience to empower others and grow your career in the I/DD field, we'd love to hear from you.

Minimum Requirements:

18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED Two years of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities OR Be a person with lived experience of I/DD OR Be a parent or guardian of an individual with an I/DD with at least two years of direct experience providing care for and navigating the system on behalf of that individual The Arc is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Working with people with developmental disabilities: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person