Independent Living Advisor (ILA), Frederick, MD

An Independent Living Advisor (ILA) provides support, guidance and role modeling while supporting daily activities of individuals served in Frederick, Maryland and surrounding counties. Services are individualized according to the needs of each individual which are provided in their homes and out in the community in the Frederick, MD area so that they have independence in the community to lead full and happy lives. Assistance areas range from but are not limited to personal hygiene, medication administration, advocacy, communication facilitation, money management, household management and much more. Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; one year related experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible,able to work some evenings, awake overnights and weekends as well as work within a team approach environment. Specific work schedules will be discussed at interview. Need to have the ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid driver's license with less than 2 points and reliable transportation required, as well as clean background check . Certification in CPR, 1st Aid, Medication Technician licensure a plus as well as Fluency in ASL, preferred; but willing to train the right person. Must be willing to be fingerprinted and obtain a negative PPD once employment offer given. Benefits: Full time position benefits: 100% employer contribution tomedical and dental; low cost employee vision, life insurance, retirement with a match up to $1,000; 11 paid holidays; vacation and sick days, disability insurance, 80% employer contribution for dependent medical and 75% for dependent dental and much more. Part time position has limited benefits as outlined in the Agency Policy Manual. Position classification is non exempt and rate of pay determined upon hire. Minimum starting wage is $20.00 per hour.