Share Email Opening Title Advocate - PAAT & PAVA  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization DRNY, the Protection and Advocacy System and the Client Assistance Program for New York State is seeking an individual with a passion for achieving justice for individuals with disabilities. With a focus on civil rights and disability justice, DRNY actively works to break down the systemic oppression of all people with disabilities. DRNY recognizes the intersecting legacies and effect of ableism, white supremacy, colonial capitalism, and gendered oppression on people with disabilities. Joining DRNY is an opportunity to challenge systemic abuse, neglect, discrimination, and rights violations through case-handling, individual and systemic litigation, public investigations, advocacy, and collaboration with stakeholders. DRNY is committed to examining bias, privilege, racism, and intersectional social change in all aspects of our work. DRNY is a civil rights advocacy leader and we are seeking new staff who will contribute to our values and mission.   Description DRNY is currently recruiting to fill the position of Advocate in our Rochester NY office. The Advocate will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic advocacy on behalf of individuals with disabilities and reports to the Director of the program. The Advocate’s job duties include but are not limited to the following: Provide advocacy services to people with disabilities, including client interviews, identifying issues, determining a course of action, developing and implementing appropriate advocacy strategies, negotiating solutions to problems, and encouraging self-advocacy, when appropriate; Consult with people with disabilities, family members, advocacy groups, and others to identify barriers for people with disabilities and identify strategies to address such barriers and issues; Analyze new and existing cases as well as other matters to determine if they present systemic issues which may be appropriate for DRNY to address; Keep informed on advocacy strategies, technology advances, and other best practices; Be available to travel throughout New York State and outside of New York State as necessary to perform assigned job tasks. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject required, Masters preferred; Intermediate experience and use of Microsoft Office Suite; Ability to provide education and training to large groups; Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills; Ability to independently travel and or drive to offsite locations within NY to facilitate monitoring visits, organization outreach, and or client advocacy needs on a routine basis; and Valid NYS Driver’s License All interested applicants are asked to submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample*. *Writing sample scope includes: academic thesis, blog, published articles, social media, independent outreach, etc. Please provide reference or link if providing source outside of PDF form. To view more about our organization, check out our YouTube videos highlighting DRNY’s mission in advocating for the civil rights of individuals with disabilities. Please visit our DRNY YouTube Channel and review our DRNY Newsletter.   Position Requirements   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Disability Rights New York - Rochester   Position Advocate - PAAT & PAVA   Number of Openings 1   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://DisabilityAdvocatesInc.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Marketing and Communications Intern in , Posted on: 1/4/2024 [Apply Now] Marketing & Communications Intern-Graphic Design in , Posted on: 1/4/2024 [Apply Now] Marketing & Communications Intern-Social Media in , Posted on: 1/4/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Legal Intern Fall 2024 in Rochester, NY Posted on: 2/27/2024 [Apply Now] Follow us

 

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