Independent Living Youth Specialist (ILY

Buffalo, NY. WNY Independent Living. Independent Living Youth Specialist (ILYS).
FT. Benefits. $46,000- $48,000/Year.

Closing Date: September 26, 2024

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position will coordinate independent living skills, evaluations and training for people with
disabilities ages 0 – 24. To assist in the personal adjustment of an individuals disability and
maximize community participation.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coordinate and conduct independent living evaluations for people with disabilities, ages
0 – 24.
2. Inform individuals about various programs that are available to them and assist them in
securing and/or maintaining benefits, such as special education, vocational training,
social services, Medicaid, etc.
3. Assist consumers in the development of an Independent Living Plan (ILP). Document
the development and achievement of IL goals selected by individuals.
4. Document which services were requested and received by individual consumers.
5. Work with youth to build self-advocacy, employment and independent Living skills.
6. Provide service navigation and skill-building support as it relates to transitioning to
adulthood.
7. Establish educational goals and assist students in identifying and requesting
accommodations. This may include assistance with developing an Individualized
Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan.
8. Coordinate and/or perform independent living skills, counseling and training. Assist
participants in developing Independent Living skills (i.e. mobility & orientation, cooking,
cleaning, daily household chores, shopping etc.)

EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Associates degree in Human Services or related field
OR
Bachelors degree in Human Service or related field
Professional and life-experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic
credentials.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if required):
Must have experience related to disability services.
Must have working knowledge of persons with disabilities, and state and federal laws
pertaining to the rights of persons with disabilities.
Must have lived experience OR prior work experience with youth with disabilities within
the past ten (10) years.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Must have reliable transportation in order to work independently throughout Genesee,
Orleans and Wyoming Counties.
Residents of Genesee, Orleans or Wyoming Counties are encouraged to apply.
Must have an intermediate level of knowledge of computers, including the use of Excel
spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.
Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring
a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.

How to Apply:
Send Cover Letter and Resume to:

Mail:
Human Resources Dept.
WNY Independent Living, Inc.
3108 Main St.
Buffalo, N.Y. 14214

Email: employment@wnyil.org