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Advocate – Full Time

Disability Rights Vermont (DRVT) is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a full-time advocate, working under the supervision of an attorney. The role focuses on assisting individuals with disabilities, protecting their rights, and ensuring access to necessary services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct outreach to psychiatric facilities, treatment settings, and correctional institutions.
  • Investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and serious rights violations.
  • Advocate for individual clients as well as systemic changes in the community and through legislative efforts.
  • Support victims of crime who have disabilities.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Personal or professional experience working with persons with disabilities is highly valued.
  • Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills are essential.
  • Candidates with post-secondary education and/or 2-5 years of relevant work experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • An opportunity to make a meaningful impact advocating for Vermonters with disabilities.

*Hiring is currently on pause for this position. Please check back soon for updates.

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