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American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Advocate
Utica, NY
- Position Status:
- Full Time
- Hours Per Week:
- 35
- Annual Non-Exempy Salary:
- $37,856
- Travel Required:
- Yes
RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Provide services to assist and support individuals with disabilities to live independently in the community.
- Provide accessibility consultation and technical assistance to agencies, businesses, public spaces, and other places that interact with members of the disability community.
- Work with individuals to increase accessibility in their homes and/or living spaces and assist in obtaining appropriate medical equipment of service.
- Maintain current knowledge of disability/accessibility laws/regulations.
- Collaborate and support team members on access issues and other advocacy projects. Coordinate steps for projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Two to four years working with people with disabilities.
- Medicaid, Medicare, and community-based services for people with disabilities and seniors.
- Fair Housing Act, Rehabilitation Act (Section 504), ADA, state and local building codes, environmental modifications (E-mods), durable medical equipment (DME), and Assistive Technology (AT).
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Completed ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program or successfully complete the training within the first six months of employment.
Benefits
- PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity). Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays.
- Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available.
- Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
- 401K with up to 10% employer investment
- Heavily subsidized health insurance with co-pays. Vision and Dental insurance
- Monthly contribution towards dependent care (to offset childcare costs)
- Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection (LifeLock )
- Free covered parking
- Additional benefits available
Additional Information
A hard copy of your resume and cover letter may also be forwarded to: RCIL, P.O. Box 210, Utica, NY 13503-0210, Attention: Recruitment.
It is the policy of RCIL to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations to fully participate in the interview process, please contact the HR Recruiter at 315-272-2957. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a person’s disability.
RCIL promotes a scent/chemical free environment. To support this effort, we ask that all applicants refrain from wearing scented products while in the office.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
It is RCIL’s policy and agency standard that all employees participate in advocacy for Civil Rights and Agency activities. Apply today to make a difference!