People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

JOB TITLE:  Certified Benefits Specialist
PRIMARY OFFICE:  North Metro (Thornton); Hybrid or Remote Options (CO)
FLSA/EMPLOYEE STATUS:  Full-Time (32 hrs./wk.); Non-exempt
PAY & BENEFITS:  $28-$30/hr. and benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP); 401(k); paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.

***IMPORTANT NOTE:  This position requires already being certified as either a Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor (CPWIC) or Certification Credentialed Work Incentive Practitioner (WIP-C).

WHY WORK WITH US?  We’re extremely caring, supportive, down-to-earth, and passionate about what we do.  We are continually improving the employee experience, including offering a 4-day workweek for true work/life balance.  Also, we’re very flexible and accommodating, and we provide generous time off.  Be a part of our meaningful mission and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities!

SUMMARY:  The primary focus of this position is employment-related benefits counseling and analysis for consumers referred to CPWD by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Colorado Medicaid, or the Ticket to Work (TTW) program.  This position will act as a resource for consumers and staff members who have questions related to various benefits and how employment affects those benefits.  In addition, this position assists people with disabilities with various aspects of their job search and job readiness in CPWD’s TTW program.  The individual in this position will serve as a role model and mentor for people with disabilities within the community, and maintain positive and effective relationships with CPWD staff and partner agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete in-depth CPWD intake with new consumers.
• Provide benefit information and counseling to consumers referred to CPWD by DVR, Colorado Medicaid, and consumers in the TTW program.
• Complete the Benefit Summary and Analysis for DVR, Colorado Medicaid and TTW consumers as dictated by those entities.
• Provide a minimum of 45 to 50 total hours per month of billable services for DVR or Colorado Medicaid consumers.
• Provide required documentation for each consumer depending on the program that they are working with and invoice that program monthly.
• Maintain Work Period Charts and SSI Calculation Sheets and be able to explain them to consumers.
• Advocate with Social Security in relation to benefits, as needed.
• Maintain all records as required by CPWD.
• Complete thorough, accurate and timely documentation including paper and electronic records.
• Work effectively with Workforce Centers, DVR, and other agencies in CPWD’s service area.
• Have a strong understanding of IL Philosophy and CPWD’s mission, vision and programs be able to clearly communicate them to consumers and community organizations.
• Work independently, schedule and manage personal workload, and recognize when there is a need for approval or support from supervisor.
• Teach self-advocacy in relation to benefits and employment, money management, and other daily living skills to people with disabilities, as requested by the consumer.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and work within the confines of HIPAA regulations and Social Security regulations.
• All CPWD staff members are considered mandatory reporters, obligated to report signs of abuse they are aware of both on and off the job.
• Demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Travel as needed for direct services, groups, trainings, and outreach events.
• Participate in CPWD staff meetings, program meetings, and staff trainings.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or relevant equivalent experience.
• Certification in one of the following:
  • Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor (CPWIC) Certification
  • Credentialed Work Incentive Practitioner (WIP-C)
• Ticket to Work Suitability Clearance or the willingness/ability to obtain it within the first six months of employment.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite, and other common computer programs.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse peers, consumer base, other staff members, and management.
• Able to work independently, making solid decisions and exercising sound judgment with consumer and community contacts.
• Working knowledge of disabilities and disability-oriented issues.
• Commitment to co-creating a culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to CPWD’s non-discrimination policy DEI Statement
• Able to demonstrate CPWD’s core values of inclusiveness, flexibility, person-first, accountability, and integrity.
• Ability to positively represent CPWD, and outreach effectively to the community and public.
• Effective written and oral communications skills.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record (if applicable).
• Satisfactory backgrounds checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience with a disability is strongly preferred!
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Exposure to Independent Living Philosophy, and best practices in the IL community.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment requiring ongoing computer use and an extended amount of time sitting or standing.
• Primarily based out of the North Metro CPWD office location. Hybrid or remote work possible within the state of Colorado.
• May be asked to work out of all CPWD office locations, as needed.
• Local and regional travel in various weather conditions.

CPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion while actively challenging and dismantling systemic racism and oppression.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit an updated résumé and customized cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are a strong candidate for this position.  We look forward to hearing from you!

www.cpwd.org

Posted: 3/21/24; Open Until Filled

JOB TITLE:  Transition Coordinator
PRIMARY OFFICE:  Boulder
FLSA/EMPLOYEE STATUS:  Full-Time (32 hrs./wk.); Non-exempt
PAY & BENEFITS:  $24-$30/hr.  Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP); 401(k); paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.

People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

WHY WORK WITH US?  We’re extremely caring, supportive, down-to-earth, and passionate about what we do.  We are continually improving the employee experience, including offering a 4-day workweek for true work/life balance.  Also, we’re very flexible and accommodating, and we provide generous time off.  Be a part of our meaningful mission and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities!

We are looking for that special person who both loves to talk to people and can track details. As a Transitions Coordinator, you will help people with disabilities in nursing care fulfill their dream of moving into their own home. This process can take many months to complete, and require good communication and relationship building not only with the consumer, but with medical staff, caretakers and other stakeholders. You would be the consumer advocate, and the bridge builder between various people and agencies who play a role in transitions. You would also be looking for creative solutions to obstacles and barriers that arise, with support of the Transitions Manager. Both independence and cooperation are essential. A friendly, positive, and good communication and attitude is important. At the same time, the job requires attention to detail – tracking activities and outcomes on a regular basis and staying on top of the little things – scheduling appointments, updating the database and the like. Ideally, you would love to be out and about, meeting with people and finding creative solutions to completing transitions, and able to comfortably track details back at the office. If this sounds like something you are excited about, please apply.

SUMMARY:   The Transition Coordinator is responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities to transition out of long-term care facilities into living in the community with supports and services. The Transition Coordinator will be responsible for guiding consumers seamlessly through the transition process, providing support throughout and conducting follow-ups afterward to ensure optimal access to services.  The scope of transition services includes assessing not only medical/health needs but also the consumer’s community living and social needs such as assisting with finding housing; setting up non-medical transportation; helping the individual integrate into the community through clubs, volunteering/work, faith organizations, etc.  Will serve as a role model and mentor for people with disabilities within the community, and maintain positive and effective relationships with CPWD staff and partner agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide one-on-one direct services to consumers, including the core services of Independent Living Skills Training, peer support, advocacy, and information & and referral services.
• Act as an advocate for and with consumers.
• Facilitate Transitions team meetings between the consumer, nursing facility staff, and other community partners.
• Complete a transition assessment, transition plan and risk mitigation plan with the transition options team and continue to review during the transition.
• Actively collaborate and communicate with physicians, social workers and service providers regarding discharge planning, appropriate follow up, and post-transition services for consumers.
• Coordinate community living services, housing, durable medical equipment, and purchase household items for those transitioning out of nursing homes through the Transitions program.
• Complete all state-mandated Transition Coordinator trainings and attend ongoing trainings.
• Participate in community outreach, including public speaking to groups, to promote the Nursing Home Transitions program and other CPWD programs.
• Work independently, schedule and manage personal workload, and recognize when there is a need for approval or support from supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and timely records required by CPWD, including Consumer Service Records, Medicaid databases documentation, and documentation of billable hours for services rendered.
• Must comply with policies, procedures and regulations from CPWD and funding sources related to use of company credit card, purchasing, purchase requests, and promptly submitting receipts.
• Must complete all Medicaid Transition Coordination trainings within agreed timeline and keep up with required annual trainings.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and work within the confines of HIPAA regulations.
• All CPWD staff members are considered mandatory reporters, obligated to report signs of abuse they are aware of both on and off the job.
• Must be able to travel as needed for direct services, groups, meetings, trainings, and outreach events.
• Participate in CPWD staff meetings, program meetings, and staff trainings.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field or relevant equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Office, Google Suite, and other common computer programs.
• Must maintain current COVID vaccine status and practice precautionary measures as defined by regulatory authorities governing the program and provide vaccine documentation to HR.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills with diverse peers, consumer base, other staff members and management.
• Able to work independently, making solid decisions and exercising sound judgment with consumer and community contacts.
• Able to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to co-creating a culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to CPWD’s non-discrimination policy DEI Statement.
• Able to demonstrate CPWD’s core values of inclusiveness, flexibility, person-first, accountability, and integrity.
• Working knowledge of disabilities and disability-oriented issues.
• Able to positively represent CPWD and outreach to the community and public.
• Effective written and oral communications skills.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record (if applicable).
• Satisfactory backgrounds checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience with disability is strongly preferred!
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Exposure to Independent Living Philosophy and best practices in the IL community.
• Knowledge of available community resources, food assistance, housing options, Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security programs.
• Care coordination experience working with consumers who have complex medical needs, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and/or those who may have communication barriers.
• Ability to lift/move up to 30 pounds, as needed.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment requiring ongoing computer use and an extended amount of time sitting or standing.
• Primarily based out of Boulder CPWD office location.
• May be asked to work out of any CPWD office, as needed.
• Local and regional travel in various weather conditions.

CPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion while actively challenging and dismantling systemic racism and oppression.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit an updated résumé and customized cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are a strong candidate for this position.  We look forward to hearing from you!

www.cpwd.org

CENTER FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES JOB POST
Posted: 4/2/24; Open Until Filled

 People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

TITLE:  Benefits Specialist
PRIMARY OFFICE:  North Metro (Thornton)
FLSA/EMPLOYEE STATUS:  Full-Time (32 hrs./wk.; 4 days/wk.); Non-exempt
PAY & BENEFITS:  $24-$30/hr.  Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP); 401(k); paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.

WHY WORK WITH US?  We’re extremely caring, supportive, down-to-earth, and passionate about what we do.  We are continually improving the employee experience, including offering a 4-day workweek for true work/life balance.  Also, we’re very flexible and accommodating, and we provide generous time off.  Be a part of our meaningful mission and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities!

SUMMARY:  The primary focus of this position is employment-related benefits counseling and analysis for consumers referred to CPWD by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) or the Ticket to Work (TTW) program.  This position will act as a resource for consumers and staff members who have questions related to various benefits and how employment affects those benefits.  The individual in this position will serve as a role model and mentor for people with disabilities within the community, and maintain positive and effective relationships with CPWD staff and partner agencies. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete in-depth CPWD intake with new consumers.
• Provide benefit information and counseling to consumers referred to CPWD by DVR as well as those consumers in the TTW program.
• Complete the Benefit Summary and Analysis for DVR and TTW consumers as dictated by those entities.
• Provide a minimum of 45 to 50 hours per month of billable services for DVR consumers.
• Provide required documentation for each consumer depending on the program (DVR or TTW) that they are working with and invoice that program monthly.
• Maintain Work Period Charts and SSI Calculation Sheets and be able to explain them to consumers.
• Advocate with Social Security in relation to benefits, as needed.
• Maintain all records as required by CPWD.
• Complete thorough, accurate and timely documentation including paper and electronic records.
• Work effectively with Workforce Centers, DVR, and other agencies in CPWD’s service area.
• Have a strong understanding of IL Philosophy and CPWD’s mission, vision and programs be able to clearly communicate them to consumers and community organizations.
• Work independently, schedule and manage personal workload, and recognize when there is a need for approval or support from supervisor.
• Teach self-advocacy in relation to benefits and employment, money management, and other daily living skills to people with disabilities, as requested by the consumer.
• Assist with reasonable accommodation requests to employers, as needed.
• Assist consumers in developing productive work attitudes and skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and work within the confines of HIPAA regulations and Social Security regulations.
• All CPWD staff members are considered mandatory reporters, obligated to report signs of abuse they are aware of both on and off the job. 
• Demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Travel as needed for direct services, groups, trainings, and outreach events.
• Participate in CPWD staff meetings, program meetings, and staff trainings.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or relevant equivalent experience.
• Certification or ability to become certified with one of the following within the first year of employment:
  • Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor (CPWIC) Certification
  • Credentialed Work Incentive Practitioner (WIP)
• Ticket to Work Suitability or the willingness/ability to obtain it within the first six months of employment.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite, and other common computer programs.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse peers, consumer base, other staff members, and management.
• Able to work independently, making solid decisions and exercising sound judgment with consumer and community contacts.
• Working knowledge of disabilities and disability-oriented issues.
• Commitment to co-creating a culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to CPWD’s non-discrimination policy DEI Statement
• Able to demonstrate CPWD’s core values of inclusiveness, flexibility, person-first, accountability, and integrity.
• Ability to positively represent CPWD, and outreach effectively to the community and public.
• Working knowledge of employment practices and principles, including résumé writing, job search strategies, skill assessment, interviewing, and job accommodations.
• Effective written and oral communications skills.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record (if applicable).
• Satisfactory backgrounds checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience with a disability is strongly preferred!
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Exposure to Independent Living Philosophy, and best practices in the IL community.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment requiring ongoing computer use and an extended amount of time sitting or standing.
• Primarily based out of the North Metro CPWD office location.
• May be asked to work out of all CPWD office locations, as needed.
• Local and regional travel in various weather conditions.

CPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion while actively challenging and dismantling systemic racism and oppression.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit an updated résumé and customized cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are a strong candidate for this position.  We look forward to hearing from you!

www.cpwd.org

CENTER FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES JOB POST
Posted: 4/18/24; Open Until Filled

 People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

JOB TITLE:  Veterans Independence Program (VIP) Supervisor
PRIMARY OFFICE:  Longmont (potential for some remote/hybrid work after training)
FLSA/EMPLOYEE STATUS:  Full-Time (32 hrs./wk.; 4 days/wk.); Non-exempt
PAY & BENEFITS:  $33-36/hr.  Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP); 401(k); paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.

WHY WORK WITH US?  We’re extremely caring, supportive, down-to-earth, and passionate about what we do.  We are continually improving the employee experience, including offering a 4-day workweek for true work/life balance.  Also, we’re very flexible and accommodating, and we provide generous time off.  Be a part of our meaningful mission and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities!

SUMMARY:  The focus of this position is to ensure Veterans Independence Program (VIP) functions are carried out in a high-quality and effective manner by working closely with the VIP Program Manager to coordinate all aspects of VIP services at CPWD.  Responsible for monitoring and supporting the day-to-day activities of VIP staff (including CPWD Spoke providers) for the purpose of programmatic progress and managing consumer needs and concerns.  Will also work directly with Veterans around managing a budget, deciding what services best meet their needs, assisting in hiring personal care workers, and purchasing items or services to live independently in the community.  The individual in this position will serve as a role model and mentor for other VIP Advisors, and maintain positive and effective relationships with CPWD staff and partner agencies. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a peer mentor/advisor to VIP Advisors, within the scope of responsibility delegated by the Program Manager. Includes providing support, encouragement, guidance, and training to staff to enhance their professional and personal growth.
• Assist Program Manager with supervision of staff, including employee development and training, guidance, conflict resolution, performance management, evaluation, and recruiting.
• Hold regularly scheduled meetings with VIP Advisors to promote communication, and build and maintain a strong team.
• Ensure staff are accurately documenting goals and services in the CilsFirst database, as required.
• Work with Program Manager to track Veteran enrollments and monthly billing.
• Quality Assurance (QA) tasks: manage referrals, ensure all new enrollment documentation is complete and saved to the shared drive, complete Veterans Affairs (VA) monthly audits for Program Manager review, complete staff monthly QA reports, track authorization and timelines for renewal, periodic file reviews, monthly spending reports.
• Assist Program Manager with required surveys.
• Assist Program Manager with compliance for VA program standards.
• Responsible for ensuring high quality customer service and advocating for Veterans, as needed. This includes reviewing paperwork from new VIP Advisors prior to submitting to VA staff.

Direct Service Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to directly manage a caseload of approximately 10-15 Veterans to ensure they obtain access to services and supports to live independently in the community, increase self-advocacy skills, and improve quality of life.
• Required by the Veteran’s Affairs (VA) to visit Veterans in person a minimum of quarterly and have intake meetings in person for new Veterans. Additionally, maintain contact with Veterans monthly.
• Use the Activities of Daily Living Assessment to determine Veterans’ functional needs.
• Facilitate the development, implementation, and documentation of a consumer-directed support plan and spending plan.
• Provide information and referrals to help Veterans find needed services and supports.
• Assist Veterans with hiring/training/supervising/terminating employees and completing employer/employee paperwork.
• Work with the Fiscal Management Service, helping the Veteran review, approve, and submit timesheets.
• Work in conjunction with Program Manager to monitor billing to ensure expenditures are within budget, and that employees are receiving their pay and benefits.
• Keep the local VA Medical Center informed about the Veteran’s status, in conjunction with Program Manager.
• Complete thorough, accurate, and timely documentation for direct services with Veterans. 
• Collaborate with military and civilian community resources.
• Work in conjunction with CPWD’s Program Manager and Accounting Department to ensure all assessment fees and monthly admin fees are collected.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality and work within the confines of HIPAA regulations.
• All CPWD staff members are considered mandatory reporters, obligated to report signs of abuse they are aware of both on and off the job. 
• Demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Have or gain a working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act, and the Fair Housing Act.
• Travel as needed for direct services, trainings, and outreach events.
• Participate in CPWD staff meetings, program meetings, and staff trainings.
• Travel up to 50% as needed for direct services, meetings, and trainings.
• Participate in community events/committees and collaborate with partners for the purpose of networking, advocacy, program development, and awareness raising.
• Work independently, schedule and manage personal workload, and recognize when there is a need for approval or support from supervisor. 
• Demonstrate sound time management and organizational skills.
• Remain flexible when faced with schedule changes, interruptions, or the need to deal with difficult situations.
• Perform other duties, as assigned. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field or relevant supervisory and program management experience in a related human service field.
• Experience with monitoring participant budgets.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills with people from diverse backgrounds, including peers, consumer base, other staff members and management.
• Able to work independently, making solid decisions and exercising sound judgment with staff, consumers, and community contacts.
• Able to interact personally with people, businesses and service organizations on all levels, and positively represent CPWD in the community.
• Able to adapt readily to multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Able to be flexible and work with various VA Medical Center staff, Spoke agencies and staff from different backgrounds.
• Knowledgeable around disabilities and disability-related issues.
• Knowledgeable around Veterans and Veterans culture.
• Effective written and oral communications skills.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to co-creating a culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to CPWD’s non-discrimination policy DEI Statement
• Able to demonstrate CPWD’s core values of inclusiveness, flexibility, person-first, accountability, and integrity.  
• Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Office, Google Suite, and other common computer programs.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record (if applicable).
• Must successfully pass background check(s).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Personal experience with a disability is strongly preferred!
• Personal experience with the military and military culture is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or relevant human services supervisory and program management experience.
• Exposure to Independent Living Philosophy and best practices in the IL community.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment requiring an extended amount of time sitting or standing, and regular computer use.
• Local/regional travel in various weather conditions an average of 50% of the time; must have a reliable mode of transportation.
• Based primarily out of Longmont CPWD office location. Potential for some remote work (hybrid) once trained and in compliance with Remote Work Policy.

• May be asked to work out of any CPWD office, as needed.

CPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion while actively challenging and dismantling systemic racism and oppression.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit an updated résumé and customized cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are a strong candidate for this position.  We look forward to hearing from you!

www.cpwd.org

CENTER FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES JOB POST
Posted: 4/25/24; Open Until Filled

 People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!

JOB TITLE:  Independent Living Advisor (ILA) Supervisor
PRIMARY OFFICE:  Boulder
FLSA/EMPLOYEE STATUS:  Full-Time (32 hrs./wk.; 4 days/wk.); Non-exempt
PAY & BENEFITS:  $29-33/hr.  Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP); 401(k); paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.

WHY WORK WITH US?  We’re extremely caring, supportive, down-to-earth, and passionate about what we do.  We are continually improving the employee experience, including offering a 4-day workweek for true work/life balance.  Also, we’re very flexible and accommodating, and we provide generous time off.  Be a part of our meaningful mission and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities!

SUMMARY:  The individual in this position will work closely with the Independent Living Services (ILS) Manager to coordinate aspects of Independent Living (IL) services at CPWD.  Responsible for supervising and supporting the day-to-day activities of ILA staff for the purpose of programmatic progress, and managing consumer needs and concerns.  This position will also focus on providing one-on-one IL services to consumers with a range of significant disabilities throughout the Denver/Boulder metro area.  Will serve as a role model and mentor for people with disabilities within the community, and maintain positive and effective relationships with CPWD staff and partner agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervision Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist ILS Manager with supervision of staff, including employee development and training, guidance, conflict resolution, performance management, evaluation, paperwork, and recruiting.
• Act as a peer mentor/advisor to ILA team, within the scope of responsibility delegated by the ILS Manager. Includes providing support, encouragement, guidance, and training to staff to enhance their professional and personal growth.
• Address and resolve conflicts or issues raised by the ILA team and consumers.
• Develop and maintain a supportive and safe work environment that welcomes diversity and embraces cross-disabilities of staff and consumers.
• Hold regularly scheduled meetings with ILAs to promote communication, and build and maintain a strong team.
• Ensure staff are accurately and promptly documenting goals and services in the CilsFirst database, as required to meet CIL regulations. 
• Complete monthly Quality Assurance staff reports.
• Collaborate with the ILS Manager to identify new opportunities for the team’s growth and development.

Direct Service Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one direct services to consumers, including the core services of Independent Living skills training, advocacy, information and referral, and peer support. This may include formulating an Independent Living plan, assistance with Fair Housing complaints, assisting with benefits applications, training in utilizing public transportation, and supporting the achievement of Independent Living goals.
• Must be able to manage a caseload of approximately 10-15
• Assess consumers’ stated and implied needs and goals as part of setting individual IL goals.
• Meet with assigned consumers at least monthly to ensure that their goals, and progress on meeting them, are regularly assessed. 
• Facilitate workshops, IL skills trainings, peer support groups, and one-on-one mentoring, as needed.
• Complete thorough, accurate, and timely documentation for direct services with consumers. 

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a deep knowledge and understanding of local community resources, such as cross-disability, government and nonprofit agencies that work with CPWD consumers.  
• Understand and promote the Independent Living Philosophy and CPWD’s mission, vision and programs to be able to communicate them to consumers and community organizations.
• Participate in community events/committees and collaborate with partners for the purpose of networking, advocacy, program development, and awareness raising.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and work within the confines of HIPAA regulations.
• All CPWD staff members are considered mandatory reporters, obligated to report signs of abuse they are aware of both on and off the job. 
• Work independently, schedule and manage personal workload, and recognize when there is a need for approval or support from supervisor. 
• Demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• Travel as needed for direct services, peer groups, trainings, and outreach events.
• Participate in CPWD staff meetings, program meetings, and staff trainings.
• Perform other duties, as assigned. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field or relevant equivalent experience.
• Supervisory and program management experience in a related human service field.
• Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Office, Google Suite, and other common computer programs.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills, and attention to detail.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills with people from diverse backgrounds, including peers, consumer base, other staff members and management.
• Able to work independently, making solid decisions and exercising sound judgment with consumer and community contacts.
• Commitment to co-creating a culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to CPWD’s non-discrimination policy DEI Statement
• Able to demonstrate CPWD’s core values of inclusiveness, flexibility, person-first, accountability, and integrity.  
• Working knowledge of disabilities and disability-oriented issues.
• Able to positively represent CPWD and outreach to the community and public.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record (if applicable).
• Satisfactory backgrounds checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience with a disability is strongly preferred!
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or relevant equivalent experience.
• Exposure to Independent Living Philosophy, and best practices in the IL community.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment requiring ongoing computer use and an extended amount of time sitting or standing.
• Primarily based out of Boulder CPWD office location.
• May be asked to work out of any CPWD office, as needed.
• Local and regional travel in various weather conditions.

CPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fostering a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion while actively challenging and dismantling systemic racism and oppression.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate to perform the essential functions of the job.

HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit an updated résumé and customized cover letter to [email protected] explaining why you are a strong candidate for this position.  We look forward to hearing from you!

www.cpwd.org