Independent Living Specialist

The Southwestern Center for Independent Living (SWCIL) is an independent living resource center that works to promote societal acceptance, inclusion, and equal access for all persons with disabilities by empowering others with Independent Living resources and services.

You'll be working in Cottonwood, Nobles, and Jackson counties of Southwest Minnesota. SWCIL is an independent living resource center that works to promote societal acceptance, inclusion, and equal access for all persons with disabilities. Primary job functions include: providing IL skills training, advocacy assistance, career consultation, and peer counseling services to youth in schools and adults in the community. Remote officing options but must reside in SW MN and travel to provide services within local communities.

Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Pass a criminal background study.
Must live in the local service area or be willing to relocate prior to starting.
Capability to work independently.
Access to reliable transportation.
Knowledge of disabilities and their characteristics.
Two-year degree in a human/social services field combined with one year of experience in a
disability-related position. Educational requirements may be substituted by experience with
disabilities/disability services.

Wage & benefits: $17.00 $21.00 per hour starting pay based on qualifications and experience.
Vacation, sick, holiday, and personal day PTO, retirement plan matching, and health, short-term
disability, and life insurances.

To apply: Persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to us. Click the Apply Now button above to email or OR email to swcil@swcil.com OR mail to  IL Program Manager, SWCIL, 109 S. 5th Street, #700, Marshall MN 56258  SWCIL is an equal opportunity employer.

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