Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for open positions at Independence, Inc.
♦ Independent Living Counselor/WORK and STEPS Program
The Independent Living Counselor works with people eligible for the Working Healthy/WORK Program and STEPs. This position is responsible for evaluating eligibility, plus developing and maintaining individualized budgets with consumers between the ages of 16-64 to direct their own care needs under the guidelines regulating these services. The position requires sensitivity to the needs of people with disabilities and knowledge of independent living philosophy. The WORK/STEPs Program Manager supervises this position.
Hours: Full Time, M-F, 8:00-5:00
Location: Remote – Southern Kansas area including Sedgewick County or surrounding area
Supervisor: Jennifer Moore, WORK/STEPs Program Manager [email protected]
Please read the Independent Living Counselor/WORK and STEPs job description before applying
Application Process: To be considered for this position, email a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Jennifer Moore, WORK/STEPs Manager: [email protected]
♦ Independent Living/Peer Support Specialist
The Independent Living/Peer Support Specialist is primarily responsible for providing independent living skills (ILS) training and facilitating agency peer groups, but also assists with outreach and other services. This individual will direct their work complementary to the spirit and intent of the independent living philosophy
Hours: Full Time, M-F, 8:00-5:00
Location: In-office, 2001 Haskell Ave. Lawrence, KS 66046
Supervisor: Daniel Brown, Core Services Manager [email protected]
Please read the ILS Peer Support Specialist job description before applying
Application Process: To be considered for this position, email a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Daniel Brown, Core Services Manager: [email protected]
♦ Payroll and Billing Specialist 1
The Payroll and Billing Specialist will assist with the operation of the Financial Management Services (FMS), which is a payroll management system for individuals self-directing their attendant care through State Medicaid Waiver Programs. This person will direct his/her work complementary to the spirit and intent of the independent living philosophy.
Hours: Full Time, M-F, 8:00-5:00
Location: In-office, 2001 Haskell Ave. Lawrence, KS 66046
Supervisor: Alisa Snyder, Business and FMS Payroll Manager, [email protected]
Please read the Payroll and Billing Specialist 1 job description before applying
Application Process: To be considered for this position, email a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Alisa Snyder, Business and FMS Payroll Manager: [email protected]
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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.