Bilingual Disability Rights Advocate

Resource Center for Independent Living; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 34,070 - 41,641; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO – vacation and sick leave

401K with employer investment

Free parking

Health and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Resource Center for Independent Living in Utica, NY, is looking for a Disability Rights Advocate Bi-Lingual Spanish to support individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include advocacy, assessments, and maintaining knowledge of laws impacting disabilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma and preferably a College Degree, along with experience working with people with disabilities. This position offers a salary of $37,856 annually, with various employee benefits including health insurance and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• One to two years working with people with disabilities preferred.
• A College Degree is preferred; a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial intake and assessments.
• Provide service to assist individuals with disabilities to live independently.
• Maintain current knowledge of disability/accessibility laws/regulations.
• Participate in community outreach.

Skills

ADA, IDEA, 504, ACCES-VR

Knowledge of Independent Living Philosophy

Oral and written communication

Public speaking

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Resource Center for Independent Living in Utica, NY, is looking for a Disability Rights Advocate Bi-Lingual Spanish to support individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include advocacy, assessments, and maintaining knowledge of laws impacting disabilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma and preferably a College Degree, along with experience working with people with disabilities. This position offers a salary of $37,856 annually, with various employee benefits including health insurance and a flexible schedule.