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Advocate

Lansing, MI · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

The advocate will provide: * Individual direct advocacy; * Information and referral; data ... education or human services experience including experience working with disability rights.

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Lansing, MI • On-site

Disability Rights Michigan
Non-Profits • 11 - 50 employees
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$58K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

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Job description

Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) has an immediate full-time (37.5 hours per week) advocate position on the Education Team located in Lansing; the position is hybrid with flexibility.


Interested applicants MUST include a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Qualified


Job Summary

Provides individual and systemic advocacy, training, and outreach on behalf of individuals with disabilities experiencing violation of their legal and service rights related to education.


The advocate will provide:

  • Individual direct advocacy;
  • Information and referral; data collection; reporting; and outreach and training to address agency mission and focus areas for individuals with disabilities.
  • The individual provides advocacy, using a variety of approaches which may include client counsel, filing formal complaints, negotiation, or other activities, as assigned in accordance with the Education Team work plan, following agency casework standards and agency ethical guiding principles.
  • Maintains current knowledge of legal mandates, court rulings, government systems and agency policies related to the rights of individuals with disabilities including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Michigan Mental Health Code, state special education rules, and other resources.
  • Successfully complete background check.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • Two to four years of related education or human services experience including experience working with disability rights.
  • Experience with state special education rules and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act a plus.
  • Candidates must demonstrate effective communication, problem-solving and advocacy skills and the ability to listen and respond in a diplomatic manner.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the civil rights of all people and the ability to work with individuals with a variety of disability characteristics and backgrounds.
  • Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the concerns/ emotional needs of clients/families in a timely manner, and handle pressures related to appropriately responding to stressful/disturbing situations.


Salary: $58,000 - $62,000 Depending on experience. Excellent benefit package. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness qualified.



Company Description

The mission of Disability Rights Michigan (DRM) is to advocate and protect the legal rights of people with disabilities.

Visit www.drmich.org for further information