INDEPENDENT LIVING RESOURCE
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It is the mission of the Agency to promote the philosophy of independent living by creating opportunities, encouraging choices, advancing equal access and furthering the level of independence for all people with disabilities. We value personal growth and self- determination. ILR aims to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for every stage of life.

In 1957 Independent Living Resources (ILR) began its life of community service. In those early years the agency manually transcribed and duplicated Braille textbooks.

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Over time this agency expanded services to the blind community. Activities such as orientation and mobility, skills training, crafts, and recreation were there for the asking. Since 1994, services have been extended to people with all disabilities. Through ILR’s many changes, a common thread has been our non-profit status and our perseverance in helping others. By offering the four core services of Advocacy, Information and Referral, Peer Counseling and Skills Training, Independent Living Resources helps people to help themselves.

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ILR Job Announcement: Work Incentives Coordinator

Independent Living Resources (ILR) is looking for just the right person to join our Work Incentives Network (WIN) Team!  The successful candidate will join an Oregon Team of 11 Work Incentives Coordinators (WICs) based out of Oregon’s seven Centers for Independent Living (CILs).  The new hire will be a part of a team of 3 WICs working at ILR and serving consumers with disabilities in NW Oregon ~ primary services are provided in the Portland Metro Area with periodic outreach and services to The Gorge and North Coast. The ideal candidate will be WIPA Certified with two years of experience as a benefits planner, although candidates with a combination of disability legal assistant, case management, and/or related social security experience have been successful in this position with training.  WICs present complex financial and social security policy information in clear and concise ways for consumers to understand their benefit options when returning to work. The WIC position begins with a paid three-month training program and passing exams is required to move on in position to begin to provide direct services for consumers.  Strong computer skills are needed.  This is a wonderful professional development opportunity for the right person!  It is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $44,500 - $51,500, DOE. The successful candidate will begin in late Spring 2024, or earlier, if possible. A full position description can be downloaded here. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and reference list to hr@ilr.org – rolling reviews.

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We at Independent Living Resources (ILR) invite you to meet us and learn about our agency and our mission.

Some staff may offer limited face-to-face appointments at outside settings like public parks or at the ILR picnic tables. ILR staff and consumers must be masked and practice social distancing. Appointments in the building will eventually start again in 2022 when pandemic infection rates have returned to low levels. Please speak to your counselor in order to plan for your services going into the fall.

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Barry Fox-Quamme | ILR Executive Director

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