Job Opportunity: Project Manager

Tennessee Disability Coalition is a private, non-profit organization seeking a qualified individual for a full-time position as Project Manager for our Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program (WIPA), Benefits to Work. 

Primary functions include hiring, managing and evaluation of staff, knowledge of Social Security work incentives and their application, outreach through presentations and participation in collaborative activities as needed.

The project manager leads a staff of four Community Work Incentives Coordinators (CWICs).   CWICs work across the state and are community-based work incentive counselors who work directly with Social Security disability beneficiaries.

Applicants should have experience working with people with disabilities, as well as knowledge of the disability community and its resources, including benefits and entitlement programs.

Applicants should have completed Social Security initial WIPA training (obtained a certificate) or must attend Social Security training and pass a written examination for certification. 

Proficient telephone and written communication skills are required in addition to strong computer literacy.

A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to Master’s degree is required. The Coalition seeks a culturally diverse staff and encourages people with disabilities and minorities to apply.

Please send a cover letter, resume and three professional references no later than February 8, 2010 or e-mail your cover letter, resume and references to benefitstowork@gmail.com

TDC is an equal opportunity employer.

Tennessee Disability Coalition
955 Woodland St
Nashville, TN  37209