03/14/2023
Return to view all job openingsESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Direct Service Delivery
· Identify, coordinate, and deliver orientation & mobility assessment and instructional services to consumers who are blind or visually impaired including (but not limited to) the following:
o Awareness of physical environment through sense of smell, hearing, and touch.
o Personal skills, such as eating, grooming, dressing, and use of bathroom facilities.
o Home management skills such as cooking and coin and money identification.
o Communication skills such as use of the telephone.
o Personal safety including protecting body, using hands and arms to detect obstacles.
o Traveling alone, with or without cane, through use of a variety of actual or simulated travel situations and exercises.
o Using assistive technology such as reading machines and common electrical devices, and in development of effective listening techniques.
· Meet outcomes and reporting requirements of all grants and contracts
· Provide information and educate individuals through the delivery of low vision support groups and independent living skills classes
· Identify, coordinate, and deliver core services to consumers and communities including individual and systems advocacy, information and referral services, peer counseling, independent living skills training, and transition/deinstitutionalization
· Identify and coordinate existing services that will assist individuals with disabilities in enhancing their goal of independent living
· Work with consumers referred by the State of Kansas Vocational Rehabilitation program
· Provide community education on O&M services throughout designated service areas
· Assist and advocate for the development of new programs/services for persons with disabilities to enhance independent living and consumer choice
· Assist consumers with developing Independent Living Plans that will meet the consumer’s needs and goals with identified tasks or offer Independent Living Plan Waivers; using the Self-Determination process
· Inform consumers of available programs and services and assist in referrals to other agencies/community partners that will assist the consumer in meeting his/her goal of independent living
· Meet with consumers in their own homes, at designated offices, and by phone as needed to ensure continued consumer satisfaction and progress towards independent living plan goals
· Ensure that consumers have full and unbiased access to a variety of services and service providers to meet their specific needs
· Abide by KSA 39-1431 regarding reporting of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and fiduciary abuse to DCF Adult Protective Services
· Maintain appropriate, positive, and professional interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, consumers, volunteers, and other stakeholders
· Participate in the internal quality assurance process
· Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including the consumer file, DAVIS documentation, time and effort reports, and electronic documentation
· Maintain confidentiality of both consumer and company information
· Provide regular reports on Independent Living services and other activities
· Meet regularly one on one with the Director of Core Services
· Timely (within 3 days) and accurate database entries reporting work completed with consumers
· Provide information and educate individuals, organizations, businesses, and municipalities regarding disability and accessibility issues
· Provide outreach and education utilizing the self-determination philosophy that promotes people first language, individual choice and responsibility, self-advocacy and programs available to persons with disabilities
· Provide education regarding disability through workshops, presentations, community fairs, and seminars
· Maintain and submit accurate and timely reports to Kansas Rehabilitation Services
· Abide by the policies and procedures as outlined in the RCIL Employee Manual
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
· Attend staffing, trainings, and other meetings as required
· Participate in training new staff for RCIL as requested
· Maintain confidentiality of staff, DSW, consumer, and organization information
· Provide administrative support to the Executive Director
· Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Orientation & Mobility Specialist certification
· Bachelors degree
· A personal experience with a disability as recognized by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and/or experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities or disability related issues
· An understanding of the Independent Living Philosophy
· Excellent oral communication skills, written communication skills, and interpersonal skills
· Excellent organizational skills
· An ability to work productively, independently, and meet established deadlines
· Reliable transportation as travel is a requirement
· Valid driver’s license to ensure the ability to drive company vehicles without restrictions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Master’s Degree
· Demonstrated knowledge of a range of disabilities
· Demonstrated knowledge of services/resources available to individuals with disabilities
· Computer knowledge including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to utilize a Microsoft Access database, Microsoft Word, and Outlook
E_mail: deone@rcilinc.org
Phone: 7855283105
Cert: Any Certification
This is a full-time, grant funded position. Great benefits including Paid Time Off, Ten Paid Holidays, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, company funded Term Life Insurance, Flex scheduling, company car, and more.