Independent Living Specialist Overview • The Independent Living Specialist role focuses on supporting individuals in achieving self-sufficiency and independent living through tailored services and advocacy. • Conduct intake assessments to identify client needs and develop personalized service plans. • Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address psychosocial challenges and foster personal growth. • Assist clients with accessing entitlements, concrete services, and navigating advocacy processes. • Escort clients to appointments, ensuring their safety and engagement with necessary services. • Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and records to track client outcomes and compliance. • Collaborate with staff in meetings and trainings to enhance service delivery and professional development. • Support housing placement efforts and provide aftercare follow-up to ensure client stability. • Offer emergency first aid/CPR assistance when required, ensuring client safety. Independent Living Specialist Key Responsibilities & Duties • Conduct comprehensive intake and assessments to identify client needs and goals. • Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions to address psychosocial and behavioral challenges. • Assist clients in accessing entitlements, services, and resources to support their independence. • Escort clients to appointments, ensuring their engagement and participation in required services. • Document client progress, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports as needed. • Collaborate with team members during staff meetings and trainings to improve service delivery. • Support housing placement initiatives and provide follow-up care to ensure client stability. • Provide emergency first aid and CPR assistance when necessary to ensure client safety. • Perform related duties as assigned to support organizational goals and client outcomes. Independent Living Specialist Job Requirements • High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred for enhanced qualifications. • Experience working with homeless individuals and those with mental health challenges is essential. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, is required. • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is preferred for effective communication. • CASAC certification is preferred for enhanced service delivery capabilities. • CPR training certification or willingness to complete CPR training is required. • Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to supporting vulnerable populations are essential. • Ability to work on-site and adhere to scheduled hours is required. • Experience in outreach, entitlement programs, and substance abuse services is beneficial.