Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for open positions at Independence, Inc.
Open Positions:
♦ Youth Transition Specialist – Kansas Youth Transition Network Program (KYTN), Wyandotte County, KS
This position will provide Youth Transition and Pre-employment Services to youth and young adults with disabilities, ages 10-24, in Wyandotte County. This is a Federal Department of Education grant-funded position that will conclude in October, 2028. The person in this position will have experience and/or education in the field of social services – particularly experience with youth and people with disabilities. This person will be a self-starter committed to the Independent Living Philosophy, will engage with the community, network with other service organizations and work one-on-one with youth to create and carry out transition plans based on consumer-driven goals and will train and engage youth in various areas of skill-development including: employment and pre-employment skills, self-advocacy, effective communication, money management, peer engagement, networking, appropriate body language, resume building, interviewing, interest and career inventories, and more.
This position will also manage our IEP Podcast including production, editing and if interested, hosting the podcast. Familiarity with and ability to quickly learn how to use the audio, recording and editing equipment is a must.
Hours: Full Time, M-F, 8:00-5:00 with occasional evening or weekend hours for community events or meetings
Location: In-office, 11010 Haskell Ave, Kansas City, KS 66109
Supervisor: Amy Ballinger, KYTN Program Manager aballinger@independenceinc.org
Please read the Youth Transition Specialist – KS Youth Transition Network Program (KYTN) job description before applying
Application Process: To be considered for this position:
- Please read the full Youth Transition Specialist – KS Youth Transition Network Program (KYTN) job description before applying
- email a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Amy Ballinger, KYTN Program Manager aballinger@independenceinc.org
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All programs and employment positions of Independence, Inc. are open to all members of the community, without regard to race, color, creed religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, economic status, or disability.
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 protects the rights of people with disabilities to equal employment opportunities. Arrangements will be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation in completing any part of the employment process. A request for an accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment. It is your responsibility to make your needs known. Call 785-841-0333.