Court Access Navigator

Disability Law Colorado•Denver, CO

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Court Access Navigator advances DLC’s mission by working to ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully and fairly participate in court proceedings. This position provides support in identifying and requesting reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are parties to court cases. The Court Access Navigator is a new position with Disability Law Colorado that is part of a pilot project to assist individuals in obtaining reasonable accommodations in court to ensure due process and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities to participate in courts. This pilot is being launched in Pueblo. This position is contingent upon receiving grant funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an area related to social services, disability, or the law.
Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated area plus 3 years of experience in a related area (i.e. social services, court services, disability services).
Ability to regularly attend court or meet with community partners in Pueblo.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Commitment to disability justice, equity, and self-advocacy.
Respect the values of the disability rights movement, as demonstrated by a commitment to disability culture and language, as well as advancing the public image of DLC as a trusted and competent resource.
Exhibit work performance consistent with the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct and the National Disability Rights Network’s Standards.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish.
Experience with disability rights or court systems.

Responsibilities

Assist unrepresented individuals with disabilities in identifying, requesting, and obtaining reasonable accommodations in court.
Provide guidance to attorneys, advocates, and service providers on disability-related accommodations and effective client support.
Serve, when appropriate, as a neutral court support person by accompanying individuals to court, helping them understand proceedings, taking notes, summarizing key information, and assisting with tracking court dates and next steps.
Observe court proceedings to better understand accessibility practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
Identify and document systemic barriers affecting people with disabilities in court.
Build relationships with court staff, attorneys, and advocates to promote accessibility and improve court experiences.
Partner with community organizations and legal service providers to connect individuals with Court Access Navigation services.
Work collaboratively with internal teams to support program goals and broader organizational priorities.
Track services provided, issues identified, and outcomes to support program evaluation and grant reporting.
Represent the organization in community outreach and engagement efforts.
Develop and deliver trainings on disability rights and court accessibility.
Create and update written and multimedia materials to support education and outreach.
Collaborate with communications staff to support public awareness and media efforts.