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Job Announcement – Progress Center for Independent Living is seeking a new Executive DirectorJob Announcement – Progress Center for Independent Living is seeking a new Executive Director Executive Director Job Announcement Progress Center for Independent Living (www.progresscil.org) is recruiting a new Executive Director (ED). The current ED, Diane Coleman, has served for twelve years and is relocating for family reasons at the end of June. The Board hopes to fill the position and bring the new ED in before the current ED's departure to ensure the smoothest possible transition. A full position description will be available soon. The Executive Director is the chief administrative officer of the CIL serving suburban Cook County, Illinois, one of 23 CILs in Illinois. Progress CIL has been in existence for 20 years, serves over 130 urban municipalities, has one satellite, about 25 FTE employees, and an annual budget of about $1.3 million. The Executive Director leads the organization in implementing its mission of providing both services and advocacy, by and on behalf of people with disabilities. The ED ensures proper administration of contracts, budgets, finances, personnel, operations, agency and contract goals, resource development, and marketing. The ED carries out the policies and direction established by the Board of Directors, which is elected by the membership, and ensures compliance with all the laws and requirements that govern CILs in Illinois. Resumes and letters should be confidentially submitted to: Laura Obara-Gramer Show our Power! Get out the Disability Vote! Diane Coleman |
Association of Colorado Centers for Independent Living (ACCIL) – Association CoordinatorAssociation of Colorado Centers for Independent Living (ACCIL) – Association Coordinator Association of Colorado Centers for Independent Living (ACCIL) Association Coordinator Job Description DEFINITION:
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Job Announcement – The Whole Person, Inc. is seeking for an Accessibility Legal ConsultantJob Announcement – The Whole Person, Inc. is seeking for an Accessibility Legal Consultant TO: NCIL Members RE: Job Announcement: The Whole Person, Inc. ACCESSIBILITY LEGAL CONSULTANT Do you want to make a lasting impact? The Whole Person, Inc., the independent living center in Kansas City is working to create a more accessible, livable city. We are looking for dedicated team members that can utilize their talents to make a strong impact on accessibility compliance. Please review the following job description and contact us if your interests and skills match our needs. Summary of Responsibilities:
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Individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send your resume and cover letter to: The Whole Person, Inc. Attn: Bonnie Payberah Director of Accessibility Compliance 3420 Broadway Suite 105 Kansas City, MO 64111 Or via Fax at (816) 753-8163 Or via E-Mail at bpayberah@thewholeperson.org. No phone calls please! Denise Law, Member Services Associate 1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Fifth Floor Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 207-0334 Ext. 1000 Fax: (202) 207-0341 |
Administrative Assistant – Independent Living Council of WisconsinAdministrative Assistant – Independent Living Council of Wisconsin ILCW -------- Mike Bachhuber, Executive Director Administrative Assistant The Administrative Assistant provides clerical, administrative and operational support to the Independent Living Council of Wisconsin, a body appointed by the Governor to plan and coordinate services for people with disabilities. A majority of Council members are people with disabilities. The Administrative Assistant ensures that the Independent Living Council of Wisconsin’s vision, mission, and independent living philosophy are upheld subject to its policies.
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Access Housing VISTA Project * VISTA Position AvailableADAPT of Texas is looking for a person to work for our Access Housing VISTA Project. This project is done in conjunction with UCP of TX. Access Housing VISTA Project * VISTA Position Available Qualifications: Preference given to candidate with demonstrated leadership abilities. Experience with community long term care services and supports, disability rights, and / or accessible, subsidized housing a plus. The following minimum qualifications needed:
Knowledge and Skills: Able to work efficiently as a team member, as well as working independently with little supervision
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ADAPT of Texas is a grassroots disability rights organization working to promote more community-based services for people with disabilities. ADAPT has worked to advance disability rights, dignity and independence in Texas for over two decades. Working together with UCP of Texas on this Access Housing VISTA project, ADAPT is focusing on helping people who want out of nursing homes or other institutional living settings to be able to move into their own homes in the community. In addition, ADAPT works for more accessible communities, public transit, accessible, affordable integrated housing and better wages and benefits for personal care attendants. As a VISTA working with ADAPT you would be working, along with other members of ADAPT, to help people move out of nursing homes and other institutions and into their own homes in the community. You would also be helping to end the bias in Texas’ service system toward institutional services, as well as helping to make the community more accessible to people with disabilities and of course, increasing opportunities for accessible, affordable integrated housing! VISTA is a federal volunteer program which is part of AmeriCorps. Check out our web site at www.adaptoftexas.org. How to contact ADAPT: |
NCIL Seeking Logistics CoordinatorNCIL Seeking Logistics Coordinator The National Council on Independent Living, as a membership organization, advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities through consumer-driven advocacy. NCIL envisions a world in which people with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully. NCIL is the oldest cross disability, grassroots organization run by and for people with disabilities. Founded in 1982, NCIL represents over 700 organizations and individuals including: Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), individuals with disabilities, and other organizations that advocate for the human and civil rights of people with disabilities throughout the United States. Every year NCIL holds a major annual conference for its members and the public at large in furtherance of its mission and to provide advocacy, education and networking opportunities for its members. In addition, during the Conference the out-going Board of Directors meets, the Annual Council meeting of the Members is held, and the newly elected Board of Directors meets. The NCIL Annual Conference is typically attended by 700 to 800 people with disabilities. It is filled with 5 days of activities including plenary sessions, workshops, an awards banquet, official meetings of NCIL, a march and rally on Capitol Hill, and meetings with Members of Congress. NCIL is currently considering applications for the position of Logistics Coordinator to coordinate the Annual Conference and assist with planning logistics for board meetings and special events. Individuals interested in applying must Mail, E-mail, or Fax a cover letter stating their interest and applicable skills, a résumé with three professional / academic references, and a writing sample no longer than one page (excerpts absolutely acceptable) to: National Council on Independent Living E-Mail: tim@ncil.org (Subject Line Must Read: NCIL Logistics Coordinator) Fax: (202) 207-0341 Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their resume and materials as soon as possible. Salary Range: $37,500 – $40,000, commensurate with experience. NCIL provides an excellent benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, generous paid vacation and sick leave and optional Life Insurance. Title: NCIL Logistics Coordinator Reports to: Operations Director Function: The function of the Logistics Coordinator is to plan and implement all aspects of NCIL’s Annual Conference on Independent Living. He / She shall also assist in the planning and hosting of NCIL Board meetings and special events. Responsibilities:
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The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is a non-profit, consumer-controlled, cross disability national membership organization. NCIL is an equal opportunity employer and makes reasonable accommodations as appropriate for persons with disabilities. |
Jobs in North Carolina, Oklahoma, California, and BeyondJobs in North Carolina, Oklahoma, California, and Beyond Lift, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation that qualifies, trains, hires, and places information technology professionals who have physical disabilities through contracts with major corporations who eventually hire them directly. Lift combines specialized business experience in information technology with expertise at recruitment, assessment, and accommodation to give men and women who have disabilities a vocational lift. Lift, Inc. is recruiting for several HOT new careeropportunities. Send resumes to: liftinc@aol.com or visit: www.lift-inc.org. These December listings are at: http://www.lift-inc.org/featuredOpenings.htm. Technical Support Specialist (Research Triangle Park, North Carolina) This is an outstanding opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology in a strong team environment with a leading corporation. Applicants should demonstrate exceptional technical aptitude, as well as superior problem solving and interpersonal skills, and must have a strong desire to learn. A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required. Helpful skills: JAVA, WebSphere, relational database. Accounting Analyst Lead (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Great opportunity for a talented accounting analyst to work for a major international corporation in an exciting career position. Should have strong analytical, decision-making, and communications skills. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business, or an Associate’s degree with three years of experience, preferred. Service Process Architecture Database Administrator (San Jose, California) Service Process Architecture database administrator. Should have some background in mainframe-based database administration. Great team with a leading company. Technical Consultants (Anywhere in U.S, Preference for D.C. Metropolitan area.) Experienced professionals with technical design, development, and delivery experience. Background with federal customers a plus. Security clearance required. Bachelors level degree or equivalent experience. If interested in any of these positions, send your resume to liftinc@aol.com, and mention the job title in the subject line. |
Healthy Athletes CoordinatorHealthy Athletes Coordinator Special Olympics Montana is seeking a qualified person for the part-time position of Healthy Athletes Coordinator. The ideal candidate will have a combination of higher education, training, and / or experience in the healthcare field and event planning. The person must be able to relate to health professionals and coordinate health training and screenings for Special Olympics athletes. The position has flexible work hours with some overnight and travel required. Please send letter of interest and resume to HA Screening Committee, Special Olympics Montana, PO Box 3507, Great Falls, MT 59403 or e-mail to jmagruder@somt.org with subject of HA Screening. Position open until filled. |
Public Policy Center Seeks Senior Policy Research AssociatePublic Policy Center Seeks Senior Policy Research Associate The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Public Policy Center, located in our nation's capital, strives to expand possibilities for people with vision loss by advocating the formulation and implementation of federal legislative, regulatory, legal, research, and funding priorities honoring the capabilities and unique needs of children, working-age adults, and seniors who are blind or visually impaired. The Public Policy Center is seeking a Senior Policy Research Associate to offer both representation on behalf of AFB and highly skilled leadership in the development, tracking, and analysis of research and related data primarily to support AFB's public policy agenda. Working in Washington, D.C., and reporting to AFB's Public Policy Director, the Senior Policy Research Associate will be part of a team of professional advocates and analysts working in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities will principally include —
Qualifications: Successful candidates will possess a Masters degree in public administration or other social science, public health, or disability-related field — doctoral degree or enrollment in doctoral studies preferred. Successful candidates will also bring demonstrable professional / academic proficiency in research methods and policy analysis; at least three years work experience in the academic, medical, direct service provider, nonprofit advocacy, or legal / public interest arenas; demonstrated exceptional speaking and writing skills for communication within and outside AFB; ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines. Some travel is required. Compensation: The salary for this position is both competitive and commensurate with experience, and an excellent benefits package is available. To Apply: Transmit a letter of interest and resume / CV via electronic mail to hr@afb.net. Your letter of interest should be addressed to Mark Richert, Esq., Director, Public Policy, American Foundation for the Blind, 1660 L Street, NW, #513, Washington, DC 20036, and must include your salary requirements and a brief expression of how service with AFB in this exciting position fits with your overall career objectives. References should also be available upon request. AFB is an equal opportunity employer. |
Executive DirectorEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DIRECT Center for Independence, Inc., a non-profit advocacy organization serving people with disabilities in Pima County and southern Arizona, seeks a pro-active candidate with skills / experience in management, grant writing, budgeting, staff development, fundraising, knowledge of ADA / Rehab Act; BS / BA in rehabilitation, business / public administration or related field required; MS desired or training and experience; $45,000 – $55,000 with excellent benefits. Fax cover letter and resume to: (520) 792-1438. Open until filled. LOCATION: DIRECT Center for Independence, Inc. Tucson, Arizona. PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Executive Director provides leadership, vision, direction, and administration for the Center in fulfilling its mission. The Executive Director administers programs and grants (federal, state, local, and private) according to statutes, regulations, and guidelines established by the funding entities. This is a full-time exempt position and reports to the Board of Directors. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Responsible to the Board of Directors for the completion of needs assessments and development of annual work plan and strategic plan, human resource management, including staff recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision.
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Application process: Please send resume and letter of interest addressing the qualifications for the Executive Director position to: Executive Director Search EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DIRECT is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. DIRECT encourages a diverse applicant pool. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, do not hesitate to contact: Al Zulli, at direct@directilc.org. |
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