Non-Exempt Pay Rate: $20.80 Non-Exempt salary: $37,856 Job Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: + Complete initial intake and assessment + Provide service to assist and support individuals with disabilities to live independently in the community. + Provide accessibility consultation and technical assistance to agencies, businesses, public spaces, and other places that interact with members of the disability community. + Work with individuals to increase accessibility in their homes and/or living space and assist in obtaining appropriate medical equipment. + Collaborate and support team members on access issues and other advocacy projects. Education: A College Degree is preferred; a High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Related experience may be considered in lieu of higher education. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: + Two-four years working with people with disabilities. + ADA, IDEA, 504, ACCES-VR, CVMH, SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Snap, Heap, Welfare reform, Benefit programs, legislative process and issues impacting seniors and people with disabilities. Knowledge of the Independent Living Philosophy. + Mediation, negotiation, planning, community networking, innovation, collaboration, oral and written communication, flexibility, organization, public speaking, excellent customer service, working with diverse population, outlook and Microsoft programs. Benefits: + 35 hour work week + 16 annual vacation days, 12 annual sick days, and 13 annual paid holidays + 401K with up to 10% employer investment + Heavily subsidized health/vision/dental insurance + Additional benefits available RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage. RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. Travel Required: Yes Location: Amsterdam, NY