Independent Living (IL) & Specialist

As an IL Specialist andYouth Instructional Support staff member, you will empower youth and adultswith disabilities to unlock their potential and achieve greater independence.You will design and facilitate objective-based lessons in one-on-one,classroom, virtual, and community settings. This role combines direct coaching,consumer advocacy, and data management to help individuals reach their personalgoals.

Core Responsibilities

• Direct Instruction & Coaching: Follow existing or create new objective-based lesson plans to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (PreETS) and independent living skills training and Independent Living skills training for adults living with a disability.
  
• Intake & Assessment: Perform consumer screenings and intakes, assessing individual strengths, needs, and goals for increased independence.
  
• Adaptive Teaching: Dynamically adjust lessons based on consumer health, accessibility, and diverse learning needs.
  
• Case Management & Documentation: Record consumer goals and strictly document progress, communications, and evaluations using a consumer database.
  
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular contact with consumers, families, and Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Counselors regarding scheduling and programming milestones.
  
• Reporting & Collaboration: Provide consumer evaluations to the Director for reporting and invoicing, while maintaining tight communication across the IMAGE Center to ensure that all consumer service needs are met.
  
• Community Outreach: Participate in community outreach events to market programs and share resources with the public.
  
• Data Security: Follow strict organizational protocols to maintain the total security and privacy of sensitive consumer information.
  

Requirements

What We’re Looking For(Requirements)

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is preferred (or equivalent experience).
  
• Experience: A minimum of 1–2 years of experience in an instructional, coaching, or training setting. Experience in Special Education is a major bonus or college classes in a related field.
  
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with digital tools including Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and RingCentral for virtual meetings and collaboration.
  
• Scheduling & Travel: Availability to work a flexible schedule (including occasional weeknights and weekends, as needed).
  
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various locations throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore Count, and Harford County.
  
• Job Seekers with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package; including paid health insurance for permanent/full-time employees, mileage reimbursement for travel outside of home office location, and free paid training.
  
• Flexible, dynamic work environment spanning virtual, office, and community settings.
  
• Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of Marylanders.