Independent Living Transportation Advocate

PacifiCorp; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyoming Independent Living in Casper, WY seeks a Transportation Specialist to coordinate individualized transportation plans for clients, collaborating with area providers, human services agencies, and state partners to expand options and promote independence.

The position emphasizes outreach, timely documentation in service records, and adherence to the IL philosophy, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in social services and strong communication skills; reliable vehicle required for

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Bachelor's degree preference

Disability experience preferred

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Reliable vehicle

Multitasking and organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social services or related field

Tools

PC software basics

Job description

Wyoming Independent Living in Casper, WY seeks a Transportation Specialist to coordinate individualized transportation plans for clients, collaborating with area providers, human services agencies, and state partners to expand options and promote independence.

The position emphasizes outreach, timely documentation in service records, and adherence to the IL philosophy, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in social services and strong communication skills; reliable vehicle required for