Western New York Independent Living

Independent Living of Niagara County is hiring a full-time Systems Advocate based in Niagara Falls, NY. You will assist in facilitating advocacy operations of Western New York Independent Living and ensure smooth and seamless delivery of advocacy program services. This role offers a salary range of $37,000-$40,000, and a full benefits package including the agency provided group health insurance. Use the link below for more information or to apply now! https://lnkd.in/evQGSSDi

You know that commercial that says "We Got the Meats!" that's been all over the airwaves? Well, your Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service has them too! On Friday, November 1, we'll be hosting our first Meat Raffle fundraiser at the Knights Event Center, 2735 Union Road near William Street in Cheektowaga. We could really use your help and support! You can buy tickets at $10 each or a Table of 12 for $100, you can be a sponsor for $100, $250 or $500 (ask about the benefits!), and/or you can donate a prize or prizes for the basket auction. However you choose, know that your support will help make sure that people who are blind or have a print disability continue to have access to newspapers, magazines and books. And with all thats in the news these days - hurricanes, elections, Covid and flu information - the depth and detail found in print is critically important. The attached flyer has more details, but contact me anytime if you have any questions or need anything. Thank you!

"Is taking a program out of the hands of non-profit organizations, which are working to keep people in their homes and communities, and thereby eliminating jobs from these non-profits, reducing the benefits of thousands of PAs, and giving a multibillion-dollar taxpayer-supported program to a single out-of-state player, really the answer to eliminating 'the racket'?" A great question raised by WNY Independent Living Inc. (WNYIL) in their recent op-ed!!! Read more here: ?? Lockport Union Sun & Journal https://lnkd.in/esMGu5KJ ?? Niagara Gazette https://lnkd.in/eX8pRGNF Alt video image: Close up headshot of Douglas J. Usiak

I'm seeking a passionate and driven Community Engagement Specialist to join my team at WNY Independent Living. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing events, enhancing and coordinating community outreach, managing marketing campaigns, overseeing social media channels, and driving fundraising initiatives. Your efforts will help us strengthen our community presence and support our mission. For more information visit our website at https://lnkd.in/gSJUHhrq

Live Well Erie is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in our community. We encourage you to take a moment to fill out a survey so the LiveWell Erie team can better understand the community's needs and priorities. Access the survey at?https://lnkd.in/eNtkcPgU or via the QR code in the image.

Do you or someone you know need to be certified or recertified for Paratransit? WNY Independent Living and the Center for Self-Advocacy are hosting a free Paratransit Certification Clinic on Thursday, September 26 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at 3108 Main Street, Buffalo. Call 716-836-0822 ext. 175 for details and to RSVP.

Join Our Team! We have a few openings for dedicated professionals looking for a new role. Human Resources Personal Assistant (PA) Location: Niagara Falls, NY Full-time, salary, non-exempt, Professional staff. Salary range: $40,000 - $42,000 ? Perform onboarding activities for Personal Assistants (PAs) for the Taking Control program. Assist consumers/employers, or their Designated Representatives (DRs), in the recruiting of individuals for employment. Perform backup duties as part of the PA Specialist Team. Provide coverage at other Western New York Independent Living, Inc. (WNYIL, Inc.) locations as needed. Independent Consumer Advocacy Network (ICAN) Outreach and Advocacy Navigator Location: Buffalo, NY Full-time, salary, non-exempt, Professional staff. Salary range: $44,000 – $47,000 Build capacity within the program as a lead resource for Managed Long-Term Care (MLTC) and Health and Recovery Plan (HARP) questions, inquiries and technical assistance for ICAN partner organizations. The overall goal for the program is to serve consumers, community members businesses, individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses, caregivers and professionals through educational presentations, the Summit of Aging, town meetings, community outreach and presentations. View the full job requirements and learn how to apply at https://lnkd.in/evQGSSDi

Applications are currently being accepted for the Pat Figueroa Scholarship, which provides funding for young adults with disabilities to attend and participate in independent living related conferences and/or national disability and leadership training. Learn more or apply at https://lnkd.in/gCWEuxav #scholarships #leadershiptraining #wnyil