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We are looking for a new Executive Director
Job Title: Executive Director
FLSA: Exempt
Location: Raleigh, NC
About the Position
Alliance of Disability Advocates is an energetic and active advocate for the inclusion of people with disabilities in communities of their choice. The ideals of independent living and dignity of risk embrace every aspect of our work. Alliance of Disability Advocates (ADA) employees are held to the highest standards of service delivery to provide people with disabilities seeking our assistance in our catchment area with the greatest support to achieve their goals.
General Summary
The Executive Director of ADA is a crucial position in ensuring the smooth functioning and efficiency of the organization. The responsibilities of the Executive Director include the primary functions of strategic planning, financial management, program management, and resource management. The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board of Directors. This is an exempt position.
Essential Functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to travel
- Ability to interact with people with disabilities where they live, work or go to school
- Ability to occasionally work long hours and/or weekends
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to manage and supervise the management team
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day supervision, direction, leadership, training and development for direct reports related to services consistent with ADA policies
- Develop staff training programs, i.e. in-service training and professional development
- Assist in implementation of reasonable accommodations
- Assist in documentation and investigation of consumer complaints
- Monitor and evaluate operational programs and service implementation of all ADA’s programs
- Analyze and evaluate data related to the work plan goals of assigned staff to ensure goal accomplishment and success
- Lead resource developments efforts which includes, but it not limited to grant writing, donor relations, and fee for service development
- Ensure that probationary and annual evaluations provide ADA staff with feedback on performance, future goals, and job sustainability
- Ensure the delivery of the highest quality of ADA’s services, maintaining data on competencies and service delivery
- Oversee the management of personnel to ensure ADA’s priorities are accomplished
- Perform any additional reasonable and lawful tasks assigned by the President/Chair of the Board of Directors
- Work efficiently and effectively with other employees at ADA
- Keep accurate time and effort records on AtlasHR
- Create an individualized training plan to meet personal development goals
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Lived experience with a disability or experience working with individuals with a disability
- Direct experience with or general knowledge of services and issues affecting individuals with disabilities
- Experience managing a non-profit organization
- Ability to effectively supervise and support direct report staff
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
- Demonstrates strategic thinking to help solve complex issues
- Effective communication skills
- Experience working collaboratively with team members
- Knowledge of basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Email, Internet)
- Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends when necessary
Competencies
- Team Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Decision Making
- Organizational Awareness
- Training Facilitation
- Initiative
- Teamwork
- Strategic/Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Customer Focus
- Communication Proficiency
- Tech Literacy
Interested individuals should provide a resume and cover letter to Vicki Smith at vicki@adanc.org and Emily Kibler at emily@adanc.org.
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours: Part time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours: Part time
ADA Philosophy
Alliance of Disability Advocates strives to be a vibrant and active advocate for the inclusion of people with disabilities in communities of their choice. The ideals of independent living and dignity of risk encompass every aspect of our work. Alliance employees are held to the highest standards of service delivery to provide our consumers with the greatest support to achieve their goals.
General Summary
The primary responsibility of the Administrative Assistant is to provide support to the Executive Director (and other managers as time allows). Duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. May be responsible for confidential and time-sensitive material.
Qualifications
Life experience with a disability is highly preferred. Other qualifications include the ability to effectively communicate via phone and email, ensuring that all duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner. The capability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals as well as a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Essential Functions
- Ability to work in an office environment in person
- Ability to interact with people with disabilities
- Keyboarding and computer skills
- Ability to answer the phone
- Ability to handle multiple projects
- Ability to communicate effectively and expressively, orally and in writing
Responsibilities
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Receive, sort, and distribute the mail
- Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms as assigned
- Assist in the preparation of regular reports as assigned
- Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, etc. as assigned
- Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Provide polite and professional communication
- Participate in required programs and attend all staff meetings as required
- Maintain a record of donations to the Suit Closet and report Suits provided to consumers to Accounting staff (i.e., manages inventory of Suits and accessories)
- Adhere to current Alliance of Disability Advocates Personnel Policies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Keyboarding skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
- Familiarity with using computers for work processing, data collection, and communication
- Effective communication skills regarding factual situations
- Experience working collaboratively with team members
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to give clear and concise directions, both orally and in writing
Interested individuals should submit their resume and a cover letter to Vicki Smith at vicki@adanc.org.
Job Title: Community Inclusion Specialist
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Programs
Location: This position may serve consumers beyond the Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) region of North Carolina and will require significant travel. Working remotely is an option, however under ordinary circumstances, the staff member will be expected to come to the Alliance of Disability Advocates office in Raleigh, NC as needed (no more than twice a month)
ADA Philosophy
Alliance of Disability Advocates is a Center for Independent Living that works with people with disabilities, so they live independently in a barrier free community of their choice. Our core values include self-direction, consumer control, and the dignity of risk. These principles encompass every aspect of our work.
General Summary
The Community Inclusion Specialist is responsible for providing community inclusion supports (such as travel training, independent living skills training, and benefits counseling to eligible consumers).
Qualifications
Life experience with a disability (including mental illness) is highly preferred. Other qualifications include, demonstrated independent living and community inclusion skills in their own life, proficient communication skills, experience in disability advocacy, proficient public etiquette, and effective leadership qualities.
Essential Functions
- Ability to travel.
- Ability to interact with people with disabilities where they live, work, or go to school.
- Ability to communicate effectively, expressively, and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Knowledge of disability information and referral sources.
- Provide the 5 Independent Living core services and other services as requested.
- Complete intakes and other required assessments with consumers.
- Develop and maintain consumer records on online database.
- Develop and sustain relationships with community resources and groups that will develop welcoming communities.
- Respond to environmental barriers (housing, transportation, access, etc.).
- Provide peer support individually or in a group.
- Keep accurate time and records on designated agency platforms.
- Work efficiently and effectively with other employees at ADA.
- Create an individualized training plan to meet personal development goals.
Benefits
ADA has a generous benefits package which includes: 100% employer paid health, vision, and dental coverage as well as an opportunity to participate in a flexible spending plan.
Interested individuals must submit their resume and a cover letter describing their personal connection and work history related to working with people with disabilities, including individuals with mental health needs. This experience is a huge factor in filling this position. Please send resumes and cover letters to Kasey Mayfield (kasey@adanc.org) and Corey McKittrick (corey@adanc.org).