Information & Referrals Specialist

Please read before applying! In addition to your application, we'd like you to include a brief cover letter about your experience in and with the disabled community as that is an essential component of what you'll be doing.We will not consider any applications that do not include a cover letter.Thank you for your interest in the Vermont Center for Independent Living! The Information, Referral and Assistance Specialist responds to requests providing information, referrals and assistance on a variety of disability related issues.They assist with developing and maintaining VCIL's multi-media resource center (i.e.VCIL library).Providing accessible and accurate information to those contacting VCIL and refer callers to internal and external resources.This position also provides outreach and education as assigned to events in the community Essential Functions:Advocate for disability rights as defined in the VCIL policy manual.Respond in a timely and peer-directed manner to telephone, written and in person requests for information on disabilities and disability related issues.Work to increase independent living options for people with disabilities and Deaf Vermonters.Participate as an active team member to further the mission of VCIL Network with human service providers and others to stay aware of changes in community resources and peer needs Research and apply current standards of practice to enhance job skills and knowledge related to Information and Referral With support, help develop and implement the annual workplan Assist supervisor in evaluations of I&R services and program effectiveness Assist in community meetings, outreach and advocacy work as assigned by supervisor Timely data entry Participate in required trainings Support community events hosted by VCIL.sponsored by VCIL and other events as assigned.Other duties as assigned Benefits:As a full-time employee you will be eligible for our health insurance, which features a low deductible and out of pocket cost.Full-time time employees also receive short-term and long-term disability insurance 100% paid for by VCIL.Any VCIL employee working 15 hours a week or more is also eligible for dental insurance, vision coverage and life insurance 100% paid for by VCIL.All employees are also enrolled in an HRA plan (Health Reimbursement Account) to which VCIL makes a contribution every paycheck towards medical costs.Pay:$17.00 per hour Expected hours:30.0 per week Benefits:Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to Commute:Montpelier, VT 05602 (Required) Work Location:In person.