Date Posted: 2/16/2022
Location: Ballston Spa, NY
Job Title: Independent Living Specialist/Advocate
Job Description:
Southern Adirondack Independent Living (SAIL) is seeking an individual for a full-time Independent Living Specialist/Advocate position at the Ballston Spa office. The qualified candidate will possess at least a high school diploma and five years of work experience, or an AA degree in human services with at least two years of work experience. Preference will be given to those with experience assisting persons with disabilities with information and referral and accessing benefit and entitlement programs, educational services, employment supports, and community-based services and supports. Successful candidates will possess knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act and disability rights. Advocacy services are provided utilizing a peer-model approach; therefore individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
All Consumers and staff are required to be masked during appointments and in common areas. Staff are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated or undergo weekly testing.
How to Apply:
Please send a letter of interest and resume to