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Position Summary

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Do you want a career where your life experience makes a difference? As a Peer Support Specialist, you will use your own journey with disability and independent living to inspire and support others as they move from nursing homes or institutions into their own homes. You will be a mentor, a motivator, and a guide, helping people build the confidence, skills, and connections they need to succeed in the community. This is more than a job, it is a chance to help others achieve freedom, independence, and stability, while being part of a passionate, peer-driven team.

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What You’ll Do

• Partner with an Independent Living Advocate and transition team to help people successfully move into and thrive in the community.

• Mentor participants one-on-one or in groups, sharing encouragement and lived wisdom.

• Support the whole person including physical, emotional, and social well-being through guidance and resources.

• Reduce loneliness by encouraging social connections and community engagement.

• Model healthy relationships and communication with landlords, service providers, and support staff.

• Step in with creative problem solving when unexpected challenges arise.

• Keep clear and accurate records of the great work you are doing to show the impact of peer support.

 

What We’re Looking For

• Someone with a disability who has real life experience living independently, whether that is moving out of a nursing home, navigating personal care services, or building stability in the community.

• A natural connector who can listen, encourage, and share openly with others.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to model positive, respectful relationships.

• Organized and reliable, able to manage time well while being flexible when needed.

• Comfortable working both on your own and as part of a supportive team.

• High school diploma or equivalent required, peer support training or human services experience is a plus.

• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.

 

Why This Role is Rewarding

• You will change lives every day by helping people leave institutions and create homes of their own.

• You will work in a peer-driven organization where your voice and experience matter.

• You will be part of a mission-driven team that removes barriers and helps people achieve their dreams.

• You will see the impact of your work in the freedom, stability, and happiness of the people you serve.

 

Working Conditions

• Work happens in a mix of settings including our office, participants’ homes, and out in the community.

• Some travel, evenings, or weekends may be required.

• Light physical activity such as standing, walking, and lifting up to 24 lbs may be part of the role.

 

Commitment to Inclusion

At Independence, Inc., people with disabilities are not only strongly encouraged to apply, but personal lived experience with a disability is a requirement for this position. We value and depend on peer leadership as the foundation of our services.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know when applying so we can ensure full access and inclusion.

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Ready to apply?

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Send us your resume along with a letter or email telling us why you’re the best person for this role, including your personal lived experience that makes you qualified to mentor people who are moving home from a nursing home. Email your materials to scottb@independencecil.org. We want to fill this job ASAP, so don't wait!