Disability Navigation Specialist - Tice

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Fort Myers, Florida, Goodwill of Southwest Florida is committed to serving people with disabilities and disadvantages by offering life-changing opportunities to achieve independence., Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida works with the community providing support in mission services, retail and donated goods, and business development. Description of Responsibilities : The Disability Navigation Specialist is responsible for the case management of individuals on their caseload requesting services through Disability Navigation. The Disability Navigation Specialist will assist the Director of Disability Services & Navigation to maintain the overall operations of the Disability Navigation program. The Disability Navigation Specialist plays a vital role in helping individuals with disabilities access the services, supports, and resources they need to thrive. Their responsibilities typically include a mix of advocacy, coordination, counseling, and education. The Disability Navigation Specialist will perform all the responsibilities and duties of the Program Instructors of Pathways to Opportunity as needed. This position is funded through a grant from 01/01/26 to 12/31/26. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding. If the grant is not renewed or funding is discontinued, the position will not be renewed.

Requirements

One (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities required.
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education; or a social, behavioral or rehabilitative science; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
Consistently demonstrates leadership and professional conduct in speech, actions and appearance, ethics, and serving as a role model for program participants and direct support staff to assure consistency of daily program.
Ability to deal effectively with stakeholders, staff at all levels, and a range of individuals with disabilities.
Ability to think and react calmly to emergency situations, manage stress related to crisis intervention, and work with others under stressful conditions, use active listening, conflict resolution, and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of ADA, rehabilitation technologies and instructional techniques.
Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and approved driving history.

Responsibilities

case management of individuals on their caseload requesting services through Disability Navigation
assist the Director of Disability Services & Navigation to maintain the overall operations of the Disability Navigation program
helping individuals with disabilities access the services, supports, and resources they need to thrive
advocacy
coordination
counseling
education
perform all the responsibilities and duties of the Program Instructors of Pathways to Opportunity as needed