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Assistant Disability Rights Jobs in West Virginia

Highland-Clarksburg Hospital

PATIENT ADVOCATE

Clarksburg, WV · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Serve as point of contact to assist patients and families who seek solutions to problems, concerns ... Act as liaison with Disability Rights Advocates and other external agencies in relation to patient ...

YAI - Seeing beyond disability

DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I ... rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community.

Foot and Ankle Specialists

Medical Assistant

Barboursville, WV · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

As a Medical Assistant, you will work directly alongside our physicians to provide hands-on patient ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

Australian Foundation for Disability

$15K/mo

... disability by prioritising their choices, promoting their rights and exploring possibilities ... Provide individualised support that promotes independence, choice and control. * Assist clients to ...

Foot and Ankle Specialists

Medical Assistant

Beckley, WV · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

As a Medical Assistant, you will work directly alongside our physicians to provide hands-on patient ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

YAI - Seeing beyond disability

... rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community ... disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental ...

Goodwill

Assistant Manager

Elkins, WV · On-site

$18.08 - $19.16/hr

Assistant Manager: Are you searching for a fun and meaningful career in Retail that goes beyond ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

Goodwill

Assistant Manager

Bridgeport, WV · On-site

$18.08 - $19.16/hr

As the Assistant Store Manager you would assist the Store Manager in the operation of the retail ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

Goodwill

Assistant Manager

Buckhannon, WV · On-site

$18.08 - $19.16/hr

As the Assistant Store Manager , you will display your critical thinking skills by assisting the ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

YAI - Seeing beyond disability

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

... rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community ... disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental ...

YAI - Seeing beyond disability

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

... rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community ... disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental ...

Five Guys

Assistant Manager - 0627

Hurricane, WV · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Family Bonding Leave for GMs and Assistant Managers. Really! General Managers and Assistant ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

Five Guys

Assistant Manager - 0571

South Charleston, WV · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Family Bonding Leave for GMs and Assistant Managers. Really! General Managers and Assistant ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Disability Rights vs Disability Rights Advocate?

AspectAssistant Disability RightsDisability Rights Advocate
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some roles may need certifications in disability services or advocacyOften requires a bachelor's degree or higher in social work, law, or related fields; certifications in advocacy or legal knowledge are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community centers, or client homes; direct interaction with individuals with disabilitiesCommunity organizations, legal settings, or policy environments; focus on advocacy and policy change
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersLegal organizations, advocacy groups, government agencies

Assistant Disability Rights roles focus on providing direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities, often requiring less formal education. Disability Rights Advocates work on policy, legal, and systemic change, usually with higher educational requirements. Both roles are vital in promoting disability rights but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Disability Rights job openings in West Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

PATIENT ADVOCATE

Clarksburg, WV • On-site

HIGHLAND-CLARKSBURG HOSPITAL INC
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 51 - 200 employees
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$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist patients and families in resolving problems, concerns, and unmet needs by serving as a point of contact and working with healthcare providers and staff.

  • Document investigation files, logs, reports, and other necessary information thoroughly and accurately, and escalate issues as needed for resolution.

  • Act as a liaison with external agencies and assist with regulatory compliance and quality management activities.

Job description

The position serves as a Patient Advocate to the Hospital and serves as a liaison between patients, hospital staff, and the community. The Patient Advocate handles all issues pertaining to patients' rights and advocacy. This work requires the utilization of a variety of interpersonal, communication, problem solving, and negotiation skills. You will identify, validate, and resolve patients' concerns. Initiate appropriate documentation to address the concerns of the patient and provide critical assistance and consultation to ensure issues are elevated to appropriate staff to expedite resolution, when needed. Position reports directly to the Chief Quality Officer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Serve as point of contact to assist patients and families who seek solutions to problems, concerns, and unresolved needs. Works with healthcare providers and administrative support staff throughout the hospital, to resolve problems and minimize patient complaints. Research available policies, procedures, resources, and services to address concerns.
  2. Present patients' problems, opinions, and needs to appropriate staff and management for resolution. Elevate pertinent issues as required to ensure prompt and efficient resolution.
  3. Document appropriate investigation files, logs, reports and other necessary information thoroughly, accurately, and completely.
  4. Act to resolve problems, expedite services, or implement necessary corrective measures, within established facility policy, and through committee participation.
  5. Audits and monitors current documentation both electronically and paper to ensure completion of records as assigned by supervisor.
  6. Assists as directed with regulatory agencies to include The Joint Commission, OHFLAC, OSHA and CMS.
  7. Act as liaison with Disability Rights Advocates and other external agencies in relation to patient rights and patient safety as assigned.
  8. Maintain and respect boundaries with patients, families, external agencies, and others as needed. Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA related laws and regulations.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
  1. Individual will work on assigned special projects.
  2. Serves on any committee, special teams and task forces as needed.
  3. Participates in quality management activities.
  4. Other job related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Knowledge, Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in human service field preferred.
Understanding of the industry of behavioral health and non-profit organizations, including community resources, the customer/client base, and the regulatory environment.
Experience with software technology, applications, and data processing techniques preferred.
Language Skills:
Ability to analyze policies, practices, and operations of the organization to effectively deal with problems of the patient and family.
Ability to gather and disseminate appropriate level of information, formulate it into a formal report that is complete, accurate, and thorough for intended audiences.
Must possess skills to discuss and negotiate with patients and families to determine what course of actions are in the best interest of the patient.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to breakdown raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that in-turn clearly identifies the issues at hand.
Ability to make logical conclusions, anticipate obstacles, and consider different approaches to the decision-making process.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy. Define and organize tasks, responsibilities, and priorities. Take responsibility for timely completion.
Have the ability to comprehend and explain laws, directives, and policies to individuals representing a variety of educational and cultural backgrounds.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch, and smell. The employee must occasionally assist or lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

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