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How much do intellectual disability advocacy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for intellectual disability advocacy in the United States is $23.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Intellectual Disability Advocate, you need a background in social work, psychology, or a related field, along with a strong understanding of disability rights and relevant legislation. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and sometimes certifications like Certified Disability Advocate are often required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help build trust and effectively represent clients’ interests. These competencies ensure advocates can navigate complex systems, secure needed services, and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities.

What is the difference between Intellectual Disability Advocacy vs Disability Support Worker?

AspectIntellectual Disability AdvocacyDisability Support Worker
CredentialsMay require advocacy certifications, social work, or psychology backgroundOften requires certification in disability support or caregiving
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community outreach, policy advocacyResidential facilities, community centers, clients' homes
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, advocacy groupsResidential care facilities, community service providers
Primary FocusPromoting rights, policy change, awarenessProviding direct personal care and assistance

Intellectual Disability Advocacy focuses on promoting rights, policy change, and raising awareness for individuals with intellectual disabilities, often working in advocacy organizations or government agencies. In contrast, Disability Support Workers provide direct care and assistance to individuals, working in residential or community settings. Both roles require relevant certifications but differ mainly in their focus and work environment.

What is intellectual disability advocacy?

Intellectual disability advocacy involves supporting and promoting the rights, inclusion, and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Advocates work to ensure that people with intellectual disabilities have equal access to education, healthcare, employment, and community life. They may assist with legal rights, policy changes, and raising public awareness, as well as providing direct support to individuals and their families. The goal is to empower those with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling, autonomous lives and participate fully in society.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Intellectual Disability Advocacy, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Intellectual Disability Advocacy often encounter challenges such as navigating complex service systems, addressing accessibility barriers, and ensuring that individuals' voices are genuinely represented. These challenges can be addressed by staying current on relevant laws and resources, building strong relationships with both individuals and service providers, and engaging in continuous advocacy training. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and community organizations also plays a key role in overcoming obstacles and ensuring effective support for clients.
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Infographic showing various Intellectual Disability Advocacy job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,938 per year, or $23.5 per hour.
Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional

Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional

Centerstone

West Frankfort, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Centerstone rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 240 rated social care providers

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Location : West Frankfort, IL
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) provides case management for individuals with developmental disabilities, advocates and evaluates treatment to developmentally disabled and mentally ill service recipients. This includes, advocating and evaluating treatment to developmentally disabled and mentally ill service recipients, maintenance of appropriate documentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Completes job requirements with independent action and resourcefulness and seeks out additional duties during periods of downtime. Organizes time, effort, and use of resources to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Takes initiative to prevent and resolve problems and offers recommendations for improving services and transforming Centerstone into an organization that embraces excellent customer experience.
  • Assist service recipient in developing an individualized treatment plan, must be person centered, family centered, and service centered. Monitor service recipient progress in treatment and participate in treatment plan reviews as assigned. Update treatment plans as appropriate. Submit treatment plans at all stages for medical review, if applicable.
  • Conduct intake for recipient entering services, including explaining services, gathering information needed on intake materials, ensuring service recipient understands all forms, assuring signature on appropriate contracts and consents, and submitting materials for processing, as assigned. Conduct assessment and write assessment summaries, as assigned.
  • Assist service recipients with making linkage with internal and external resources as outlined in treatment plan and in coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. And maintain appropriate contact with referral sources including providing information on service recipient progress, behavior, and needs (with appropriate releases), and maintaining ongoing consultation when appropriate.
  • Assist service recipient in making discharge plans and provide follow up services as assigned
  • Attend staff meetings, clinical staffings, and other internal meetings as assigned. Participate on committees as assigned, including quality assurance functions. Maintain appropriate communication with other employees and work as an effective member of treatment team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of guidelines for confidentiality
  • Knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines and codes, agency policies and procedures, and Federal and state laws pertaining to position
  • Skill in written and oral communication
  • Skill in customer service techniques
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with clients and staff
  • Skill in problem-solving
  • Skill in identifying and prioritizing job tasks
  • Skill in applying non-violent crisis intervention techniques and maintaining personal safety

QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services area (i.e. Psychology, Social Work, etc.) required
Years of Experience
  • One or more years experience working with individuals who are developmentally disabled.
  • Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic health records and/or other automated/electronic documentation systems are required to have computer and keyboarding experience and skills or the ability to develop such skills within required timeframes in order to meet the level of proficiency set by the agency. Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic/automated documentation systems will be required to undergo a computer and keyboarding assessment test to determine proficiency

Certification/Licensure
The QIDP must also successfully complete any testing and/or background clearance required to meet agency and/or funding source requirements. Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic health records and/or other automated/electronic documentation systems are required to have computer and keyboarding experience and skills or the ability to develop such skills within required timeframes in order to meet the level of proficiency set by the agency. Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic/automated documentation systems will be required to undergo a computer and keyboarding assessment test to determine proficiency
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing - 20%
Sitting - 80%
Squatting - Occasional
Kneeling - Occasional
Bending - Occasional
Driving - Occasional
Lifting - Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
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Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$19.10--$26.80
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
  • Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • 403b retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and ten paid holidays
  • AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

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