Disability Rights Advocate Bi-Lingual Spanish

RCIL • Amsterdam, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Disability Rights Advocate Bi-Lingual Spanish will be responsible for staying informed about disability regulations and policy to provide information, referral, and education services aimed at enhancing consumers' self-advocacy skills. This role also involves supporting and participating in advocacy projects within LIFE. RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs it manages.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Driver License

Nice To Haves

• A College Degree is preferred.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of higher education.
• One to two years working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Bi-lingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial intake and assessments.
• Provide service to assist and support individuals with disabilities to live independently in the community.
• Provide information and referrals services.
• Provide accessibility consultation and technical assistance to agencies, businesses, public spaces, and other places that interact with members of the disability community.
• Work with individuals to increase accessibility in their homes and/or living space and assist in obtaining appropriate medical equipment.
• Schedule a minimum of five hours per week for performing Healthy Alliance-related screenings, assessments, & scheduling contracted services.
• Maintain current knowledge of disability/accessibility laws/regulations.
• Maintain working knowledge of all legislative system changes.
• Investigate, document, and chart ADA and accessibility issues in the community.
• Provide Community outreach.
• Participate in action alerts and assist Systems Advocate.

Benefits

• PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity)
• Sick leave 12 days a year
• 13 paid holidays
• Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job
• Multiple work schedules available
• Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year
• 401K with up to 10% employer investment
• Heavily subsidized Health Insurance with co-pays
• Vision and Dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care
• Monthly contribution towards dependent care
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Identity theft protection (LifeLock)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Military Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Bone Marrow and Blood Donation Leave
• Voting Time Leave
• Election Leave
• Leaves for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims
• Employees may be eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Free covered parking
• Additional benefits available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED