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Advocacy Program Associate (Disability Services) - Non-Profit
AHRC NYC
Manhattan, USA
Full-time
Junior · 2+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago
Full Job Posting
Benefits:
- Low cost, high quality Medical Insurance (single & family plans)
- 403(b) retirement paln
- 403(b) company match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (sick, personal and vacation)
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- AHRC New York City provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (with or without sexual conduct), age, disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
- AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services, and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Special Education, Social Work or related human services field required or a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Social Work or related human services field plus 2 years professional work experience, required.
- Working knowledge of Federal IDEA and NYS and NYC Department of Education regulations, as well as special education law and guidelines and an understanding of CPSE/CSE processes required.
- Experience advocating for students with developmental or intellectual disabilities highly preferred.
- Bi-lingual language skills in Spanish highly desirable.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, as well as establish and maintain relationships, with students, family members, and external professional staff. Includes ability to present verbal information simply and concisely, be a skilled listener, and demonstrate strong writing skills.
- Must have strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, as well as the capacity to make independent decisions and handle time-sensitive and/or stressful situations.
- Flexibility in occasionally working outside of normal “business” hours required.
- Valid Driver’s License helpful.
About AHRC NYC
Social Services & Human Services5000 employeesFounded 1949
Nonprofit New York City disability-services organization supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
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