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RISE Services LLC

Employment Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Maintain knowledge of supported employment best practices, disability rights, accommodations, and vocational resources. * Participate in training and professional development to strengthen job ...

RISE Services LLC

Employment Specialist

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Maintain knowledge of supported employment best practices, disability rights, accommodations, and vocational resources. * Participate in training and professional development to strengthen job ...

RISE Services LLC

Employment Specialist

Columbia, MD · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Maintain knowledge of supported employment best practices, disability rights, accommodations, and vocational resources. * Participate in training and professional development to strengthen job ...

AAPD

Executive Assistant

Washington, DC

As a national disability-led and cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for over 60 million Americans with disabilities. We do this by promoting equal opportunity ...

AAPD

Executive Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

As a national disability-led and cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for over 60 million Americans with disabilities. We do this by promoting equal opportunity ...

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Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$85K - $133K/yr

Disability Rights: Works to achieve equal opportunity for people with disabilities by implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). DRS has a central role in enforcement, regulation, and ...

Offices, Boards and Divisions

Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$120K - $195K/yr

Disability Rights: Works to achieve equal opportunity for people with disabilities by implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). DRS has a central role in enforcement, regulation, and ...

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How much do disability rights jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for disability rights in Washington is $29.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are disability rights jobs?

Disability rights jobs are positions focused on advocating for and protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities. These roles can include advocacy, legal counsel, policy development, education, and support services. Professionals in this field work to ensure equal access, prevent discrimination, and promote inclusion for people with disabilities in areas like employment, education, healthcare, and public life. Common workplaces include non-profit organizations, government agencies, law firms, and educational institutions.

What is the difference between Disability Rights vs Disability Advocates?

AspectDisability RightsDisability Advocates
CredentialsLegal knowledge, advocacy certificationsAdvocacy training, community outreach skills
Work EnvironmentLegal settings, policy offices, courtsCommunity organizations, non-profits, outreach events
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, legal institutionsNon-profit organizations, advocacy groups

Disability Rights professionals focus on legal advocacy, policy development, and ensuring legal protections for individuals with disabilities. Disability Advocates often work directly with communities, providing support, education, and outreach to promote awareness and access. While both roles aim to improve the lives of people with disabilities, Disability Rights roles are more policy and law-oriented, whereas Disability Advocates emphasize community engagement and direct support.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in disability rights advocacy, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in disability rights advocacy often encounter challenges such as navigating complex legal frameworks, addressing systemic barriers, and ensuring meaningful participation for people with disabilities in decision-making. Building strong relationships with community organizations, staying updated on evolving legislation, and participating in cross-disciplinary teams are key strategies to overcome these obstacles. Additionally, effective communication and ongoing training can help advocates create more accessible environments and drive impactful change.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Disability Rights Advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disability Rights Advocate, you need a solid understanding of disability law, advocacy techniques, and relevant social policies, often supported by a degree in social work, law, or a related field. Familiarity with legal research tools, accessibility technologies, and case management systems is typically required. Strong communication, cultural competency, and problem-solving skills help you effectively represent and empower individuals with disabilities. These skills are crucial for promoting equal access, influencing policy, and successfully advocating for the rights of people with disabilities.
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Infographic showing various Disability Rights job openings in Washington as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,241 per year, or $29.4 per hour.
USP Disability Rights and Inclusion Fellow (Guyer)

USP Disability Rights and Inclusion Fellow (Guyer)

Save the children

Washington, DC • On-site

$17 - $17.95/hr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Save The Children rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

233rd of 682 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Save the Children
For over 100 years, Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children. The right to a healthy start in life. To have access to education. To be in a safe environment, protected from harm. We work in some of the world's hardest-to-reach places - over 100 countries, including the U.S. No matter what your role is, when you join Save the Children, you're creating positive, irreversible change for children, and the future we all share.
The Role
As the USP Disability Rights and Inclusion Fellow, you'll be integral to our work in helping vulnerable children achieve a brighter future. You will provide technical support to advance disability rights and inclusion across Save the Children's US Programs, which serve children and families in under-resourced rural communities through early childhood development, school-age learning, nutrition, and emergency preparedness and response. Working alongside teams across Program Quality and Impact, MERL, State Implementation, and Head Start, you will help mainstream disability inclusion into existing programs while identifying opportunities for targeted, disability-specific approaches. Your work spanning research and evaluation, technical guidance, partnerships with disability-led organizations, and resource mobilization will help ensure that children with disabilities have equitable access to the programs and support they need to thrive.
This opportunity is made possible through the David Guyer Fellowship.
Location
Remote - United States
What You'll Be Doing (Essential Duties)
*not inclusive of all role responsibilities. May be subject to change
  • Under the supervision of the US Disability Rights and Inclusion Advisor, provide cross-functional support to US Programs teams advancing Save the Children's work with children and families in rural communities across the United States. (20%)

  • Conduct desk research and landscape scans on topics relevant to US Programs' strategic priorities, including evidence-based practices, policy developments, funding opportunities, and peer organization approaches. (20%)

  • Support the review and development of materials to mainstream and target disability rights and inclusion, including program materials, toolkits, presentations, reports, and internal communications. (20%)

  • Contribute to knowledge management efforts by maintaining shared resources, capturing lessons learned, and supporting the documentation of promising practices. (15%)

  • Support partnership and stakeholder engagement activities, which may include outreach to disability-led organizations, community-based organizations, schools, or other collaborators in the communities we serve. (15%)

  • Help draft communications content that highlights US Programs' impact for children in rural America, including talking points, social media, and success stories. (5%)

  • Support coordination and logistics for meetings, working groups, and trainings with internal teams and external partners. (5%)

Required qualifications for the role
  • Demonstrated interest and/or experience in disability rights and inclusion, in one of the following sectors: health, food security, humanitarian, early childhood development, inclusive school age education, child protection.

  • Must be an actively enrolled Associate, Bachelor, Master or other post high school education program, or have graduated within 6 months of program start date.

  • Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

  • Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with individuals and teams

  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging

Preferred qualifications for the role
  • Academic focus on education, early childhood development, public health, social work, public policy, disability rights, or a related field, with an interest in children and families in under-resourced rural communities where Save the Children works.

  • Experience working with a disability-led and/or disability centered organization

What's In It for You
Professional Development
  • Hands-on experience working on high-impact global initiatives
  • Structured skill development and engagement program (SME trainings, social mixers and LinkedIn Learning courses)
  • Access to mentorship from experienced leaders in humanitarian and nonprofit sectors
  • Opportunities to present your work and insights to leadership

Deep Connections & Collaboration
  • Build authentic relationships with a diverse, mission-driven cohort of colleagues and fellow interns
  • Join a community that values inclusion, belonging and collective success

Agile Work Environment
  • Hybrid and flexible working models that support autonomy and innovation
  • Agile team structures that allow you to contribute ideas and implemented them
  • Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not just hours

Purpose-Driven Work
  • Make a meaningful difference in children's lives-your work directly contributes to global change
  • Opportunity to align your personal values with your professional journey and share with mutually invested colleagues.

Classification: Fellow
Compensation: $17.00-$17.95 / hour (depending on location)
Hours: maximum 24 hours per week
Dates: September 28, 2026 - December 11, 2026
About Us
Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse.
Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees, ensuring all are given training, support and information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty, both agency and individual, is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.
If you require disability assistance with the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to applicantsupport@savechildren.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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