This past weekend, ACI participated in the Woodbridge St. Patrick's Day Parade! Staff and volunteers represented ACI on a decorated float. Much fun was had by all! A special thanks to Ted Wywra of Fords Lawn Mowers for the use of his truck and float.
Watch the clip of the ACI float here.
Job Title: Vaccine Outreach Specialist
Job Type: Full-time/35 hours per week
Starting Date: March 1, 2022
Ending Date: August 31, 2022
Pay: $20.00 per hour
General Job Description
The Alliance Center for Independence, a leading grass-roots disability organization in Central Jersey, is currently seeking a full time Vaccine Outreach Specialist who is enthusiastic, passionate and creative in recreation helping people with disabilities gain access to COVID-19 Vaccines.
Responsibilities
Developing COVID-19 vaccine events in Middlesex, Somerset, and Union counties
(UPDATE 3/15/22: This position has been filled)
Job Title: Information and Referral Specialist/Social Recreation
Job Type: Full-time (Health benefits offered)
Starting Date: Immediately
Salary: $35,000 annual
Pay: $19.25 per hour
General Job Description
The Alliance Center for Independence, a leading grass-roots disability organization in Central Jersey, is currently seeking an Information and Referral Specialist/Social Recreation Coordinator who is enthusiastic, passionate and creative in assisting people with disabilities reach their employment and independent living goals.
Responsibilities
Information & Referral: Responding to requests for information on disability related issues; assisting with application for entitlement programs, and providing referrals to other organizations
Social Recreation: Organizing fun and creative group activities
Peer Support: Facilitating monthly peer support groups
(UPDATE 3/14/2022: This position has been filled)
Job Title: Independent Living/Employment Specialist
Job Type: Full-time (Health benefits offered)
Starting Date: Immediately
Pay: $35,000 annual
General Job Description
The Alliance Center for Independence, a leading grass-roots disability organization in Central Jersey, is currently seeking an instructor who is enthusiastic, passionate and creative in assisting people with disabilities reach their employment and independent living goals.
Responsibilities
Developing group/individualized pre-employment-based lesson plans
Teaching individuals the skills related to employment and independent living
Writing reports
Communicating with ACI staff, local businesses, counselors and family/caregivers
The Alliance Center for Independence has recently established a telephone helpline to assist disabled individuals and their families seeking answers about COVID-19, including testing sites and vaccination/booster locations. The helpline will also provide information and referrals to community resources as well as make referrals to resources and organizations in Middlesex, Somerset, and Union counties. If you are having difficulty getting a vaccine, please call us at 732-738-1941. The helpline number operates Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Spanish interpreters are available. You can also email us at adacil@adacil.org
The Federal Administration on Community Living has also established the Disability and Access Line, 888-677-1199. This nationwide number operates Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 8 PM (eastern) to help answer your questions about COVID. Individuals can also get assistance through email at DIAL@usaginganddisability.org
Coming this spring!! The ACI CommUnity Market will be having its grand opening and you're invited!
The ACI CommUnity Market is our reimagined food pantry, emphasizing consumer choice and customer service while continuing to assist disabled individuals and their families facing food insecurity. The CommUnity Market will also offer training to individuals with disabilities interested in working in the retail business.
Look for more details coming soon!
The holidays were in full swing at ACI! We jammed out, danced, and sang along to the Holiday Express virtual performance. We had fun competing against each other in the holiday games like Pin the Face on the Elf, Jingle Bell Toss, and Holiday Emoji Trivia. Participants also flexed their creativity in making decorative holiday candy holders. The celebration was highlighted by a special guest Santa! Thank you to all who participated and helped make the last few days wonderful!
