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Cranston, RI · On-site

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Core Skills Elder Rights Advocacy | Legal Services Coordination | Program Administration | Strategic Planning | Regulatory Compliance | Technical Assistance | Public Policy | Data Analysis ...

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An Elder Rights Advocacy job involves protecting the rights and well-being of older adults by addressing issues such as elder abuse, neglect, healthcare access, and legal protections. Advocates work with seniors, families, and organizations to ensure fair treatment and improve policies affecting aging populations. They may provide education, resources, and legal assistance to empower older adults and help them navigate complex systems. This role typically requires knowledge of elder law, social services, and policy advocacy.

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As an Elder Rights Advocate, your daily tasks may include conducting interviews or assessments with seniors, investigating potential cases of abuse or neglect, and coordinating with social service agencies and legal professionals. You’ll often provide education to elders and their families about their rights, help them access critical resources, and assist in resolving disputes or navigating complex legal systems. The work can involve both in-person visits and administrative documentation, so a balance of fieldwork and office-based duties is common. You'll also collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for each client.

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Legal Assistant

SystemDomain Inc.

Cranston, RI • On-site

$24 - $25/hr

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Job description

Legal Assist– Legal Services & Elder Rights

30 hrs/week


Position Summary

The Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging (OHA) is seeking a Legal Assistance Developer (LAD) to strengthen access to legal services and protect the rights of older adults across Rhode Island.

The LAD will coordinate statewide legal assistance programs, provide technical assistance and training, support policy development, monitor program performance, and build partnerships with legal service providers, government agencies, courts, advocacy organizations, and community groups.


Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate statewide legal assistance programs for older adults.
  • Develop strategies to improve access to legal services and justice.
  • Monitor program performance, identify service gaps, and recommend improvements.
  • Provide technical assistance, training, and guidance to legal service providers and aging network partners.
  • Develop elder rights, consumer protection, and public education initiatives.
  • Promote awareness of advance planning and alternatives to guardianship.
  • Analyze data and emerging legal issues affecting older adults.
  • Build partnerships with legal organizations, state agencies, courts, and community groups.
  • Support OHA policies and the State Plan on Aging.
  • Prepare reports, recommendations, presentations, and program documentation.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in legal services, human/social services, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in elder law, legal services, aging policy, public administration, or a related field.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Experience with program administration, policy development, and strategic planning.
  • Ability to analyze data and evaluate programs.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Strong Microsoft Office and technology skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.


Core Skills

Elder Rights Advocacy | Legal Services Coordination | Program Administration | Strategic Planning | Regulatory Compliance | Technical Assistance | Public Policy | Data Analysis | Community Outreach | Stakeholder Engagement