[nfbmi-talk] Job at disability Network in clinton township

Lydia Anne Schuck lydia.a.schuck at wmich.edu
Thu Oct 23 18:53:20 UTC 2014


Job at Disability Network in Clinton Township
Independent Living Specialist (Clinton Township)

The Independent Living Specialist provides four core services to consumers to assist individuals with achieving their goals. The four core services are: Information & Referral, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills Training and Advocacy. This position involves working one-on-one with consumers, MRS Counselors, community case workers and various community agencies. This position requires facilitation of Empowerment Trainings at the local Michigan Rehabilitation Services office.

Major Responsibilities:

    Facilitate monthly Empowerment Trainings at the Clinton Township Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) office.
    Provide individualized Peer Support (through authorizations from MRS) to effectively identify and overcome barriers to issues such as employment, independent living, transportation and self-advocacy.
    Provide I & R and CSR services to walk-in consumers.


Lydia Schuck, MSEd
Research Associate, National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center
Western Michigan University
1908 W. Michigan Avenue, Mailstop 5259
Kalamazoo, MI  49008
phone 269.387.5990





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