Disability Rights Investigator & Advocacy Specialist

Disability Rights Wisconsin; Madison, Milwaukee (WI, WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability Rights Wisconsin seeks an Advocacy Specialist – Investigator to monitor services for individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin and investigate abuse, neglect, and rights violations. The role conducts site visits and collaborates with state agencies and providers to advocate for systemic improvements.

Within the Investigations and Monitoring team, the incumbent will prepare reports, manage records, and engage with stakeholders to highlight concerns and drive change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, RN, or equivalent experience in advocacy, case management, investigations.
• Effective information management and analytical skills for medical and legal issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and people with disabilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative with DRW coworkers and external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Edge, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel regionally and statewide.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and monitoring visits related to abuse, neglect, and rights violations of individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin.
• Review deficiency notices, violations, and plans of correction; maintain the database.
• Draft letters and open records requests; properly catalog records.
• Conduct investigatory interviews by phone and in person.
• Prepare internal reports and assist with public reports.
• Attend Investigations and Monitoring Team meetings and maintain investigation files.
• Create tickler system to prioritize and track work.

Job description

Disability Rights Wisconsin seeks an Advocacy Specialist – Investigator to monitor services for individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin and investigate abuse, neglect, and rights violations. The role conducts site visits and collaborates with state agencies and providers to advocate for systemic improvements.

Within the Investigations and Monitoring team, the incumbent will prepare reports, manage records, and engage with stakeholders to highlight concerns and drive change.