Charmion D. Cobb
Human Resources Specialist
We believe people with disabilities are their own best advocates
At Access Living we work hard to build and keep a talented and diverse workforce. Our team is made up of:
- 60% people with disabilities
- People who are passionate about disability rights, and social and racial justice
- Service professionals with a deep knowledge of disability
- Experts in their fields including accessible affordable housing, accessible transportation, and many other important issues that impact people with disabilities in Chicago
Build the world you want to see – work alongside people with disabilities in the community
We offer our employees:
- A competitive market-based salary structure
- Comprehensive benefits that include an excellent health plan
- A generous vacation policy – our office is closed between Christmas and the New Year in addition to paid time off
COVID-19
Access Living requires all staff members to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against COVID-19. Disability and/or religious vaccine exemptions are considered on a case by case basis.
Available positions at Access Living
Diversion and Reentry Policy Analyst
Access Living seeks a full-time Diversion and Reentry Policy Analyst, who will be responsible for systems change efforts to improve diversion and reentry for people with disabilities. The Policy Analyst will assess, develop, and advocate for systems change that shifts diversion/reentry processes/programs towards more accessible and effective supports for all kinds of people with disabilities impacted by the criminal system.
Mental Health Policy Analyst
Access Living seeks a full-time Mental Health Policy Analyst, who will be responsible for systems change efforts to improve mental health care, supporting Access Living’s overall cross-disability policy work in a range of areas. The Policy Analyst will assess, develop, and advocate for legislation and rules that shift mental health systems towards more accessible and effective supports for all kinds of people with disabilities, including those who are immigrants and those who are impacted by the criminal justice system.
Read the full Mental Health Policy Analyst job description and learn how to apply here.