Community Outreach Specialist

Since 1976, eitas has been committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families with services that respect their choices, increase their opportunities, encourage their independence, and assist their inclusion in all aspects of the community. From the joyful, soothing colors to the individualistic styling of the “e”, our logo perfectly expresses our commitment - Empowering Individuals Through Advocacy & Support.

We’re just as committed to our employees, living our values by:

  • Communicating openly and honestly

  • Always doing our best – giving 100%!

  • Making decisions together when possible

  • Taking care of each other and ourselves

  • Being solution-focused

  • Being a representative of eitas in the community

Learn more at www.eitas.org/about-us

Eitas currently has a full-time opening for a Community Outreach Specialist to provide intake services and informational supports for individuals with developmental disabilities referred to the Community Outreach Department. The Community Outreach Specialist will interact daily with individuals with disabilities, families, agencies, service providers, support coordinators and other eitas team members in the development and implementation of these supports.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Contact referrals to the Community Outreach Department and establish eitas relationship. Complete the initial needs assessment with the individual and/or family/guardian. Remain as point of contact until assignment for support is made.

  • Verify that individuals meet eligibility requirements for Senate Bill 40 tax funded services.

  • Assist individuals and their families in applying for and maintaining eligibility for a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

  • Adult Medicaid

  • Food Stamps

  • ABLE Accounts

  • Collaborate with eitas staff, other agencies, and county and governmental entities to provide supports to referred individuals.

Experience and Training Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a Registered Nurse license.

Skills Required:

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

  • Ability to demonstrate and exercise sound judgment, initiative and tact in all interactions, prioritize workflow, and complete multiple tasks accurately.

  • Must maintain a calm, courteous and professional demeanor at all times.

  • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with information.

  • Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Word.

  • Ability to organize projects, prioritize workflow and complete multiple tasks accurately within established timeframes

  • Ability to pay attention to details

  • Ability to present a professional manner adapted to the situation and place

  • Ability to establish rapport with individuals referred and in collaborative meetings

  • General knowledge of state and local community assistance programs is preferred

  • Knowledge of the culture of gentleness and gentle teaching techniques is preferred

Working Conditions:

Work hours are standard, Monday through Friday, 8:00a – 4:30p. The Community Outreach Specialist will also be able to set his/her own office hours and work may be performed on-site or remotely with pre-approval by the Community Outreach Supervisor.

Why our employees LOVE Eitas:

  • Competitive Compensation: Based on experience

  • Generous Benefits: Which include medical and dental insurance, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability, a company-funded retirement savings plan, 12 company-paid holidays + 1 floating holiday per year. You’ll also earn 22 days of PTO in your first year.

  • Community Impact: Eitas is proud of the supports we provide to individuals with developmental disabilities in the Jackson County community.

Application closing date: 12/29/23

How to apply: Send cover letter and resume to eitashr@eitas.org

Eitas is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.