Community Development/Family Advocate

     

Community Development/Family Advocate

The Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) fosters family leadership and advocacy in the pursuit of fully inclusive community lives for children and adults with developmental disabilities. We believe that children should grow up at home; that children should attend their neighbourhood schools; that all people should have the right to participate and be welcomed into their community; that all people should have the chance at a good job for decent pay. We are seeking a self-motivated, dedicated individual who is committed to our vision of inclusion to work in Calgary and area. This is a project-based full time position commencing immediately. The Community Development/Family Advocate will:
• Work collaboratively with community organizations and sectors to nurture and support their capacity to include people with developmental disabilities and their families
• Serve as a resource and guide to families and individuals with developmental disabilities in their pursuit of supports and services that enable inclusion
• Seek out and develop both traditional and alternative respite options for families
• Develop and support the networking of families who are committed to pursuing inclusion
• Advocate with and for families and individuals in their efforts to nurture and develop inclusive communities
The successful candidates must possess:
• Deep understanding of inclusion and an unwavering commitment to its ideals
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of the systems and supports available to families and individuals, especially children, with developmental disabilities in Alberta
• Partnership building and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to research and evaluation
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

A university or college education in disability studies or related field is preferred. However, personal experience may be considered as equivalent. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please forward your resume with a covering letter by September 16, 2011 to:

Stacey Andrews, Project Coordinator
Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL)
103, 4910 – 50 Street
Lloydminster, AB/SK S9V 0Y5 Tel: (306) 825-5911
sandrews@aacl.org Fax: (306) 825-5912

Community Development/Family Advocate

Alberta Association for Community Living
103, 4910 - 50 Street
Lloydminster, AB/SK S9V 0Y5

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