Independent Living Support Advocate

Empowering People's Independence(EPI); City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Empowering People’s Independence (EPI) in Rochester, NY seeks relief staff to assist a 26-year-old female with brain injury and other disabilities. You will advocate for rights, provide training in activities of daily living, and help increase community involvement.

Requires a valid NY driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and completion of required trainings within 90 days. Shifts include evenings and weekend daytime hours. Pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• One year of experience in the human services field is preferred.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities (self-care, social, recreation, community and domestic skills).
• Demonstrate and teach daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, and independent living tasks.
• Provide supervision, training, and support during evenings and daytime on weekends.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Empowering People’s Independence (EPI) in Rochester, NY seeks relief staff to assist a 26-year-old female with brain injury and other disabilities. You will advocate for rights, provide training in activities of daily living, and help increase community involvement.

Requires a valid NY driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and completion of required trainings within 90 days. Shifts include evenings and weekend daytime hours. Pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour.