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NWGA Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL)
Why Join NWGACIL?
At NWGA Center for Independent Living, you'll be part of a mission-driven team working to advance independence, self-determination, and equal opportunity for people with disabilities across Northwest Georgia. Every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families throughout our communities.
To Apply
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Open Positions:
- Independent Living Coordinator
- Community Transition Specialist
- Youth Services Coordinator
Open Position: Independent Living Coordinator
Join Our Team
The NWGA Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) is seeking a compassionate, organized, and self-motivated Independent Living Coordinator to empower individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence and self-direction.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with people, building community connections, and advocating for disability rights. The Independent Living Coordinator works closely with consumers to identify goals, develop individualized plans, and connect them with the resources and skills they need to live independently.
This is not a work-from-home or desk-only position. Regular travel throughout NWGACIL's 15-county service area is required.
What You'll Do
- Partner with individuals with disabilities to develop and achieve independent living goals.
- Conduct assessments and provide advocacy, referrals, and independent living skills training.
- Maintain accurate consumer records, documentation, and required reports.
- Build relationships with community organizations, service providers, and partner agencies.
- Manage an active caseload while providing high-quality, consumer-directed services.
- Represent NWGACIL professionally throughout the community.
Successful candidates are:
- Passionate about disability rights and community inclusion.
- Self-directed with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communicators who enjoy working with diverse populations.
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities independently.
- Willing to travel throughout Northwest Georgia.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or comparable human services experience.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Background check required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office 365.
Open Position: Community Transition Specialist
Help People Return Home and Live Independently
The NWGA Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) is seeking a dedicated Community Transition Specialist to help individuals with disabilities transition safely and successfully from nursing facilities back into their homes and communities.
This rewarding position requires someone who is organized, compassionate, and committed to removing barriers that prevent people from living where they choose.
This is a community-based position requiring extensive travel throughout Northwest Georgia.
What You'll Do
- Support individuals transitioning from nursing facilities into community living.
- Coordinate housing, assistive technology, benefits, durable medical equipment, and community resources.
- Collaborate with hospitals, nursing facilities, waiver providers, and other community partners.
- Maintain accurate documentation in WellSky and other agency systems.
- Advocate for consumers throughout every stage of the transition process.
- Represent NWGACIL professionally while working throughout the 15-county service area.
Looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about helping people live independently.
- Can effectively coordinate multiple moving pieces and community resources.
- Builds positive relationships with consumers and community partners.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, independent work environment.
- Has excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related human services field.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Strong communication and computer skills.
- Background check required.
- Knowledge of disability services or community resources is preferred.
Open Position: Youth Services Coordinator
Empower Youth with Disabilities for Future Success
The NWGA Center for Independent Living (NWGACIL) is seeking an energetic and motivated Youth Services Coordinator to help youth with disabilities build the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed for successful employment, education, and independent living.
If you enjoy mentoring young people, collaborating with schools and community partners, and creating engaging programs, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a community-based position with frequent travel throughout NWGACIL's 15-county service area.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate Youth Transition and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).
- Build strong partnerships with schools, educators, GVRA, families, employers, and community organizations.
- Plan and facilitate workshops, outreach events, trainings, and youth activities.
- Maintain accurate attendance records, reports, and program documentation.
- Support youth with disabilities as they work toward employment, education, and independent living goals.
- Represent NWGACIL throughout the community.
Successful candidates are:
- Passionate about working with youth and young adults.
- Strong relationship builders and effective communicators.
- Organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfortable presenting to groups and facilitating activities.
- Willing to travel regularly throughout the service area.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience working with youth or individuals with disabilities preferred.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Background check required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and general computer applications.
Georgia Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Executive Director Job Description
Location: Georgia (Hybrid/Atlanta-based preferred)
Reports To: SILC Board of Directors
Employment Type: Full-Time- 40 hours a week
Compensation Range: $55,000 – $68,000 annually
Application Deadline: July 3, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026
POSITION SUMMARY
The SILC Director leads the Georgia State Independent Living Council (SILC) in fulfilling its federally mandated role to advise and support the independent living network and implement the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The SILC Director ensures compliance with federal SILC standards under Title VII, Part B of the Rehabilitation Act; manages day-to-day operations; supervises a small staff of one to two employees; conducts billing and invoicing; and collaborates and cooperates with Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in the joint development, implementation, and monitoring of the SPIL, along with engagement of community partners and state agencies throughout Georgia.
FEDERAL SILC STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
Under Title VII, Part B of the Rehabilitation Act, SILCs are required to:
- Jointly develop, sign, and monitor the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).
- Advise and assist the state in coordinating independent living services.
- Monitor, review, and evaluate implementation of the SPIL.
- Coordinate activities with Centers for Independent Living (CILs).
- Ensure the Council remains consumer-controlled (at least 51% individuals with significant disabilities).
- Conduct resource development activities.
- Submit required reports to the Administration for Community Living (ACL).
The Director ensures the Council meets all federal compliance, governance, fiscal, and reporting requirements consistent with these standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Governance
- Lead implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Georgia’s SPIL in partnership with the Board and required state entities.
- Support and advise a consumer-controlled SILC Board.
- Develop board meeting agendas, materials, and policy recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state open meeting and public input requirements.
Federal Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with Title VII, Part B of the Rehabilitation Act and ACL guidance.
- Prepare and submit required federal reports and documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of SPIL activities, outcomes, and expenditures.
- Support SPIL development processes, including stakeholder engagement and public input.
Financial & Administrative Management
- Develop and administer the annual operating budget.
- Manage all fiscal operations, including billing, invoicing, contract oversight, and expense tracking for all funding sources, including but not limited to ARC grants, DCA grants, and other state and federal funding streams.
- Ensure accurate grant accounting and timely submission of invoices and required financial reports to funding entities.
- Oversee payroll, vendor payments, and all financial documentation in compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.
- Conduct resource development activities by identifying, pursuing, and securing additional funding opportunities to support SILC initiatives and systems advocacy efforts, in alignment with the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).
- Support Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in strengthening and coordinating funding strategies and grant opportunities, without providing direct services, consistent with the SILC’s planning, coordination, and advocacy role under Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Supervise and support a small staff (fewer than two to three employees) and ensure appropriate administrative oversight.
Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Collaborates and cooperates with Centers for Independent Living (CILs) across Georgia.
- Builds partnerships with disability organizations, state agencies, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders.
- Represents SILC in meetings, policy discussions, public forums, and other engagement opportunities at the local, state, and national levels as appropriate.
- Leads and coordinates Georgia Independent Living Advocacy Days at the State Capitol in collaboration and cooperation with Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and other disability partners, consistent with the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) and the Independent Living philosophy.
- Engages in systems advocacy related to key disability-related issues, including but not limited to housing, transportation, employment, healthcare access, and community integration.
- Supports systems advocacy consistent with the Independent Living philosophy.
Operations & Organizational Management
- Maintain internal policies, procedures, and administrative systems.
- Ensure accessibility and inclusion in all Council communications and events.
- Oversee human resources functions and organizational compliance for a small staff of two to three (mostly part-time).
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. This requirement may be waived in lieu of directly related experience.
- Minimum of five (5) years of leadership or management experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Independent Living philosophy and disability rights legislation.
- Experience with federal grant management, budgeting, and reporting requirements.
- Experience managing billing, invoicing, and overall financial oversight.
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated stakeholder engagement experience.
- Strong computer proficiency, including experience with financial management systems such as QuickBooks or the ability to quickly learn and adapt to similar accounting, grant management, and reporting platforms, as well as standard business software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent platforms).
- Ability to work effectively in both office and remote settings, depending on organizational needs, and maintain productivity in a hybrid work environment.
- Ability to travel within Georgia as needed.
- Lived experience with disability, consistent with the consumer-control philosophy of Independent Living under Title VII, Part B of the Rehabilitation Act.
Preferred
- Familiarity with Georgia’s disability services network and state government processes.
- Experience working with Centers for Independent Living or similar statewide councils.
COMPENSATION RANGE
$55,000 – $68,000 annually
Benefits include paid time off. Any additional benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants must submit the following materials to:
- Resume
- Cover Letter describing leadership experience, federal compliance background, and understanding of Independent Living philosophy
- Three professional references
Application Deadline: July 3, 2026
Preferred Start Date: September 1, 2026
Interviews will take place mid - July.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS
This is an at-will position and is not intended to create a contract of employment. Employment may be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, with or without cause, in accordance with applicable law and Board governance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Georgia State Independent Living Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with disabilities and candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Wyoming Independent Living - Transportation Specialist (Casper Location)
A cover letter, resume, and list of references is required.
The work of Wyoming Independent Living is grounded on the Independent Living (IL) philosophy which maintains that persons with disabilities are the best judges of their service needs and how to receive those services. IL services are intended to assist consumers to attain the highest degree of independence and self-reliance possible.
Wyoming Independent Living is responsible for providing the five core services of a Center for Independent Living:
- Information and referral (I & R)
- Independent living skills training
- Personal and systems advocacy
- Peer support, and
- Transition services to youth and adults
The Transportation Specialist works with consumers to develop Individualized Transportation Plans that reflect the consumers’ transportation needs, goals, and preferences. Program Specialists work with consumers to ensure compliance with program rules. The Transportation Specialist will work with area providers, human services agencies, and state agencies to coordinate transportation services in their district and beyond. The Specialist will also document their work in service records and reports to the Program Manager. The Specialists are expected to network with agencies and transportation providers, conduct community outreach, and education activities throughout their designated service area to promote WIL services and enhance transportation options.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Performing comprehensive consumer visits to establish individual transportation goals and plans to increase independence
- Prioritize and organize workload and schedule
- Ensuring that consumers function within the program rules and guidelines
- Maintaining accurate and timely consumer records
- Preparing reports and completing agency paperwork within established deadlines
- Conducting community outreach and education activities
- Promoting interagency collaboration to improve service delivery systems for people with disabilities
- Traveling throughout the designated district to meet with consumers and other stakeholders
- Participating in staff training and related conferences/conventions
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in social services or related field preferred
- Personal experience with a disability is preferred
- Ability to enter/exit consumer homes, nursing homes, hospitals, and other community organizations
- Understanding and commitment to the IL philosophy
- Self-starter, organized, and capable of working independently
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills in web-based and PC software, email, fax, and copier
- Reliable vehicle to travel within designated service area
Wyoming Independent Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test is required. Title VII of the Rehabilitation Services Act requires that 51% of WIL staff be individuals with disabilities. All other qualifications being equal, preference will be given to applicants experiencing a disability.
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Executive Director - Independent Living Resource Center
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Benefits
Mainstream offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Employer-paid medical, short-term disability, and life insurance
- Vision and dental insurance
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Birthday and Personal Days
- 12 paid holidays annually
- Simple IRA retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Location
Arkansas (Central Arkansas service area with one Independent Living (IL) office serving Faulkner, Lonoke, Perry, Prairie, Pulaski and parts of Saline counties; regular in-state travel required)
Organization Overview
Founded in 1987, Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is a private, nonprofit Center for Independent Living (CIL) dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live self-directed lives and to advancing a barrier-free Arkansas through advocacy, systems change, and public education.
Mainstream is consumer-controlled, with most of the Board of Directors and staff identifying as people with disabilities. Services are funded through a combination of federal, state, local, and private sources, including Title VII, Chapter 1, Part C of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, as administered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), an operating division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) is the chief executive officer of Mainstream and provides visionary, mission-driven leadership grounded in the Independent Living philosophy. Reporting to the President of the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for:
- Strategic leadership
- Program effectiveness
- Fiscal stewardship
- Staff development
- Community relations
- Advocacy
- Ensuring full compliance with ACL/Title VII requirements, State of Arkansas regulations, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Key Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership & Strategy
- Partner with the Board of Directors to advance the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of Mainstream.
- Lead implementation and evaluation of the organization's multi-year strategic
- Provide regular, transparent reporting to the Board on organizational performance, risks, and opportunities.
Independent Living Programs & Compliance
- Ensure high-quality, consumer-directed delivery of the five core Independent Living services:
- Individual and Systems Advocacy
- Peer Counseling/Support
- Independent Living Skills Training
- Information and Referral
- Transition Services
- Ensure compliance with Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, ACL regulations, and Arkansas state requirements governing the CIL.
- Promote continuous quality improvement, outcome measurement, and consumer
Financial Management & Sustainability
- Oversee development and management of the annual operating
- Ensure strong financial controls, fiscal integrity, and long-term
- Review financial statements and ensure completion of required independent
- Ensure compliance with federal and state fiscal, reporting, and audit
Staff Leadership & Human Resources
- Recruit, develop, supervise, and retain a qualified, diverse, and mission-aligned
- Foster an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace consistent with Independent Living values.
- Ensure compliance with Arkansas and federal employment laws and funder
Advocacy, Community Relations & Public Affairs
- Serve as chief spokesperson for Mainstream and a visible leader in Arkansas' disability and Independent Living communities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with consumers, policymakers, funders, and community partners.
- Advance systems change initiatives and advocacy efforts driven by the priorities of people with disabilities.
Governance & Board Relations
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and
- Support effective governance through timely communication, accurate reporting, and board development.
- Coordinate logistics and documentation for Board and committee
Resource Development
- Lead and support a diversified resource development strategy, including grants, public funding, contracts, and private support.
- Ensure compliance with all funder requirements and reporting
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Minimum of five years of senior or executive-level leadership in a board-governed nonprofit organization.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the Independent Living philosophy and consumer-controlled
- Strong financial management and budgeting
- Experience ensuring compliance with federal and state funding and reporting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations, manage change, and build collaborative partnerships.
Preferred Qualifications
- Personal experience with
- Leadership experience in a CIL or disability-led
- Experience with Title VII/ ACL-funded
- Advocacy, systems change, and community organizing
- Grant writing and fund development
Work Environment & Accessibility
This position is primarily office-based with required in-state travel. All essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mainstream ILRC is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, and Arkansas civil rights laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and candidates from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants may submit a resume and cover letter by e-mail to
Mainstream
ATTN: Robert Maxwell
300 South Rodney Parham, Suite 5 Little Rock, AR 72205
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Project Coordinator – Disaster Resiliency and Disability Inclusion with Texas State Independent Living Council (TXSILC)
Position Title: Project Coordinator – Disaster Resiliency and Disability Inclusion
Reports to: Executive Director, Texas State Independent Living Council (TXSILC)
Location: Texas Gulf Coast Region (Greater Galveston, Greater Houston, Beaumont); hybrid with some statewide travel
Employment Type: Full-time, fully remote, grant-funded
About the Project
The Texas State Independent Living Council (TXSILC) has been awarded funding to lead a collaborative effort with Centers for Independent Living (CILs), disability organizations, and emergency management partners to strengthen disaster preparedness, response, and recovery for Texans with disabilities. People with disabilities are disproportionately impacted during disasters, and this project will ensure their voices, needs, and solutions are at the center of planning. Through a peer-led, consumer-informed model—including a “train the trainer” approach—we will build tools, systems, and networks that increase safety, equity, and resiliency across the Gulf Coast region.
Position Summary
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of this multi-partner initiative. This includes facilitating communication among project partners, supporting consumer engagement, coordinating training and meetings, tracking timelines and deliverables, and ensuring accessibility and inclusion are embedded in all activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, values disability leadership, and has experience in project management, community engagement, or disaster preparedness.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Coordination & Oversight
- Manage day-to-day operations of the grant-funded project.
- Track timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
- Maintain clear communication with TXSILC leadership, CILs, and community partners.
- Partnerships & Collaboration
- Serve as primary point of contact for project partners including CILs, disability organizations, emergency managers, and state/national collaborators.
- Support the development of a coordinated network of disability-led disaster resiliency partners.
- Facilitate cross-state collaboration with Louisiana, Oklahoma, and New Mexico SILCs.
- Consumer Engagement & Training
- Coordinate the “train the trainer” program, ensuring consumers with disabilities are trained as peer educators.
- Support accessibility of all meetings, training events, and materials (universal design, plain language, multiple formats).
- Organize community input sessions and integrate consumer feedback into project activities.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Collect and maintain data on project activities, outcomes, and participant feedback.
- Prepare progress updates and required grant reports.
- Assist in documenting resources, needs, and lessons learned to ensure sustainability beyond the grant period.
- Communications & Outreach
- Develop accessible outreach materials in collaboration with TXSILC staff.
- Promote training opportunities, events, and project outcomes through appropriate channels.
- Support education and awareness on disability-inclusive disaster preparedness.
Qualifications
Required:
- Knowledge and experience in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social services, emergency management, disability studies, or related field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in project coordination, community engagement, or program management.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Commitment to disability rights, equity, and independent living philosophy.
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and cross-cultural).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams).
Preferred:
- Lived experience with disability or close connection to the disability community.
- Experience working with Centers for Independent Living or disability-led organizations.
- Experience in training coordination, facilitation, or curriculum development.
- Knowledge of building accessibility for people with disabilities.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/ASL).
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Commensurate with experience and grant budget
- Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and paid leave
About the Organization
Texas State Independent Living Council (TXSILC) strives to ensure that individuals with disabilities (consumers) can choose how and where they live, enhancing their freedom, quality of life, and independence. The Council organizes the community in developing the state plan for independent living, a living document that includes funding and programmatic decisions. To cultivate continuous improvement, the council engages the community to monitor and evaluate the plan while organizing a needs assessment for the next plan. Essentially the Council puts the “nothing about us without us” theme into action so that all decisions are made by and for disability consumers. One of the main themes in the state plan is disaster resiliency.
To Apply
Submit a cover letter, resume to maria@@txsilc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates will be required to provide 3 references and information for a background check.
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