Program Specialist TFIL - The Arc of Northern Virginia

Tech for Independent Living Program Specialist

Posted: November 7, 2024

Position: Program Specialist
Program: Tech for Independent Living
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hybrid (minimum 2-3 days per week in the office)
Compensation: $50,000-$55,000/yr. plus benefits
Application Deadline: November 27. 2024

If you have a positive attitude, pride in your work, and a passion for helping others, you may be interested in joining our team.

As the Tech for Independent Living Program Specialist you will provide development, training, and assistance in using, The Arc of Northern Virginia’s app, Arc2Independence to foster independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This position implements a Travel Training, Employment, Safety, and Daily Living Skills program in collaboration with public and private schools, disability provider agencies, and organizations throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. To learn more about the Tech for Independent Living program, visit https://thearcofnova.org/program/tfil/.

This position is excellent for someone who has worked with people with IDD in social work, special education, therapeutic recreation, counseling, disability employment, as a job coach, or in disability group homes. Knowledge of DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia programs and organizations that support people with disabilities is helpful. The position is based at The Arc of Northern Virginia, but requires travel throughout the DMV area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities-

Create travel, daily living, safety, and employment skills lessons
Communicate with individuals with IDD, their families, representatives of school systems, private schools, and disability organizations concerning the program
Perform multiple Travel Training, Safety, Employment, and Independent Living Skills trainings for individuals with IDD and their family members and representatives or staff from partner disability service organizations
Attend and participate in relevant community meetings on behalf of The Arc of Northern Virginia
Attend resource fairs and other events to staff displays and provide information as needed
Maintain and manage a caseload of clients, ensuring timely support and communication with clients and their circles of support
Facilitate intake meetings
Plan and lead small group events that support the use of the app in travel, safety, employment and daily living skills
Other related duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience: The perfect candidate will have:

Degree and/or experience in social work, special education, therapeutic recreation, counseling, disability employment, disability group homes, or a related field
Experience managing multiple events
Experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and families
Knowledge of D.C. Maryland, and Northern Virginia programs and organizations that support people with disabilities
Knowledge of public transportation resources in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC metropolitan area
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Solid organization and time management skills
Proficiency in Canva, standard office software and virtual meeting platforms
Ability to work independently performing duties under general supervision

Benefits: The Arc of Northern Virginia offers a benefit package for full-time employees that includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical and dental insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a tax-deferred retirement saving account plan. Specific details of the chapter’s benefits package can be discussed during the interview process.

Special Requirements- The candidate selected for this position will be required to complete a Child Protective Services Registry and a Criminal Background check to the satisfaction of The Arc of Northern Virginia. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license is required and the candidate will be required to use their own vehicle to and from appointments and meetings, with mileage reimbursement.

How To Apply:

Email your resume and a cover letter to:

Diane Monnig, Director of Programs
The Arc of Northern Virginia
dmonnig@TheArcofNova.org

Please include the position title in the subject line of your email.

Applications must be received by November 27, 2024. Position available to begin in January 2025

The Arc of Northern Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.

At The Arc of Northern Virginia, we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their knowledge, skills, experience, and achievements without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.