Placement in a nursing facility does not have to be a lifelong
commitment
Assistive Technology is a product that is designed to assist an individual with their everyday needs and activities.
Independent living services are for all ages and types of people with
disabilities.
“At Roads To Independence, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Roads To Independence believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as n organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.”
Looking for individuals who are passionate about working with individuals with disabilities in the
community. We have immediate openings for:
This is a dynamic position that combines customer service, office administration, program support, volunteer coordination, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
As an Independent Living Specialist with a focus on Nursing Home Transition at RTI, you’ll be at the heart of empowering people with disabilities to reclaim their independence and shape their own futures. In this role, you’ll work directly with individuals who are ready to transition out of nursing homes, as well as those who want to remain in their homes and communities. Your support assists people who live where they choose, with dignity, autonomy, and confidence.
Every day brings new opportunities to make a real difference, and the variety of work reflects the diverse needs of the community we serve. It’s a role where your passion for independence, advocacy, and problem solving truly shines.
As the NCW Program Coordinator, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing the New Choice Waiver (NCW) Program and supervising a team of 3–5 case managers. This position is responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities as they transition from nursing facilities back into the community, helping them establish and achieve independent living goals, access needed services and supports, and maintain their independence and quality of life. The NCW Program Coordinator provides guidance, training, and oversight to case managers while ensuring high-quality, person-centered services that promote choice, self-determination, and community integration
An Independent Living (IL) Specialist partners with people with disabilities to identify, develop, and achieve goals that support greater independence, self-determination, and full participation in community life. Independent living goals are individualized and based on each person's unique needs, strengths, and aspirations.
The ideal candidate will:
INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS & TRAINING
PEER MENTORING
ADVOCACY & SYSTEMS CHANGE
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
LOAN BANK
RECREATION & COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
INFORMATION & REFERRAL
NURSING HOME TRANSITION & DIVERSION
Placement in a nursing facility does not have to be a lifelong commitment! Do you want to have more choices in your life? Do you want to have more control in how you live? Do you want to live in your own home? Roads To Independence nursing home transition program is able to assist you or someone you know …
Assistive Technology is a product that is designed to assist an individual with their everyday needs and activities. An Assistive Technology device is any item, piece of equipment or product system, used to increase, maintain ones capabilities. These items may be acquired commercially or off the shelf …
Independent living services are for all ages and types of people with disabilities. We work in setting and maintaining goals for one to become independent or maintain ones independence in the community. Our staff will work with you to develop an individualized Independent
Living Plan …
Your Financial Support helps our patrons learn the life skilss to be active, independent members of our community. Won’t you be part of ever growing financial needs to assist the vibrant people with short and long-term disabilities?
Ways you can help:
Help us with a capital investment
Total Expansion Project Budget: $1.4 Million
Current Amount Raised: $600,000
We have dreamed of owning and renovating our current building since the day we moved in just over eight years ago. Will you join our effort to make this dream a reality?
We have several programs that deal with Assistive Technology (AT) like wheelchairs, ramps, walkers, stairlifts, low vision aids, vehicle lifts, etc. We have a Loan Bank of AT and medical supplies, most of the AT has been donated and we clean it up and get it back out to people free of charge. Some of this AT we giving away to those who need it long term and for others we find alternative funding sources like grants, foundations, insurance to cover the cost of the items. There are NO COSTS for this service but donations are appreciated and are tax deductible.
Yes, we are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Donations and in-kind support is tax deductible. Feel free to look us up through the Utah Department of Commerce at https://dcp.utah.gov/ or at IRS at https://www.irs.gov/
Yes, you can donate funds through (PayPal link)_____ or you can donate Assistive Technology equipment, medical supplies, recreation supplies, etc. at our office during office hours.
We love having the community involved in our programs and have several ongoing volunteer opportunities available. We can always use people to help in our reception area to take and make calls, help consumers and enter data in our computer system. We also have opportunities for assistance in our loan bank program to repair and clean equipment so they can be loaned out to those in need. Our recreation program welcomes volunteer to help with activities including our annual campout, fourth of July BBQ, holiday dinner, and other events. Currently we are looking for volunteers to assist us with our Capital Building Campaign to assist with outreach activities and raising funds.
We recommend calling ahead to either make sure we have the equipment or we have a staff member that can meet with you and talk about services, but anyone is welcome to come in without an appointment and talk to staff about services and supports.
Yes, we primarily provide rides to those coming to our events, activities, outings, and appointments. We also have transportation vouchers (link to transportation tab). However, we encourage whenever possible to ride and use public transit. We also will work on a case by case basis to provide transportation services when we can’t find transportation services or when people are waiting to become eligible for services.
We have several programs that deal with Assistive Technology (AT) like wheelchairs, ramps, walkers, stairlifts, low vision aids, vehicle lifts, etc. We have a Loan Bank of AT and medical supplies, most of the AT has been donated and we clean it up and get it back out to people free of charge. Some of this AT we giving away to those who need it long term and for others we find alternative funding sources like grants, foundations, insurance to cover the cost of the items. There are NO COSTS for this service but donations are appreciated and are tax deductible.
Yes, we are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Donations and in-kind support is tax deductible. Feel free to look us up through the Utah Department of Commerce at https://dcp.utah.gov/ or at IRS at https://www.irs.gov/
Yes, you can donate funds through (PayPal link)_____ or you can donate Assistive Technology equipment, medical supplies, recreation supplies, etc. at our office during office hours.
We love having the community involved in our programs and have several ongoing volunteer opportunities available. We can always use people to help in our reception area to take and make calls, help consumers and enter data in our computer system. We also have opportunities for assistance in our loan bank program to repair and clean equipment so they can be loaned out to those in need. Our recreation program welcomes volunteer to help with activities including our annual campout, fourth of July BBQ, holiday dinner, and other events. Currently we are looking for volunteers to assist us with our Capital Building Campaign to assist with outreach activities and raising funds.
We recommend calling ahead to either make sure we have the equipment or we have a staff member that can meet with you and talk about services, but anyone is welcome to come in without an appointment and talk to staff about services and supports.
Yes, we primarily provide rides to those coming to our events, activities, outings, and appointments. We also have transportation vouchers (link to transportation tab). However, we encourage whenever possible to ride and use public transit. We also will work on a case by case basis to provide transportation services when we can’t find transportation services or when people are waiting to become eligible for services.