Case Advocate - Case Advocate Fellow - 510200

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Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Other

Pay Grade/Pay Range: 56 Monthly (exempt): - Minimum - $ 29764.80 Midpoint - $ 43326.36

Department/Organization: 218142 – AL Disability Advocacy Prog (ADAP)

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:45 pm

Job Summary: The Case Advocate will conduct and/or assist with all phases of advocacy for individuals and classes of persons with disabilities for whom legal rights have been denied. This work includes intake work, case investigations, representation, negotiation, administrative remedies, and providing information and referral services throughout the State of Alabama. This person will make presentations to consumers and the public concerning the rights of persons with disabilities and current legal issues affecting individuals with disabilities. The Case Advocate works collaboratively with Clinical Students and Law Clerks, Senior Advocates and Attorneys.

Additional Department Summary: ADAP is the statewide protection and advocacy system for the state of Alabama. ADAP works to achieve fairness and justice for Alabamians with disabilities. We provide legally-based advocacy services; investigate allegations of abuse and neglect against persons with disabilities; participate in legislative and regulatory advocacy work; and conduct education and outreach about disability rights. The Case Advocate Fellow, a two-year time-limited position, is assigned to ADAP’s Investigation and Monitoring Team. The Case Advocate Fellow investigates allegations of abuse and neglect and rights violations against persons with disabilities and monitors in facilities and programs serving such persons. Secondarily, the Fellow provides individual advocacy and information and referral services to persons with disabilities to protect their rights and secure their well-being. Note: This is a time-limited two-year fellowship position.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and one (1) year of work experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Requires extensive in-state travel, some of which will be overnight. Use of personal car for business travel may be necessary at times. Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report as determined by the insurance carrier.

Skills and Knowledge: Experience working with and sensitivity to individuals with disabilities. Ability to work independently while being supervised and supported by managers and other team members. Ability to analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources. Ability to juggle multiple projects at the same time. Effective oral and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills. Strong computer / technology literacy. High commitment to service excellence.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with or functional knowledge regarding: Laws, regulations and programs affecting people with disabilities. State systems serving persons with disabilities including the Alabama Dept. of Mental Health, Alabama Dept. of Human Resources, Alabama Dept. of Corrections, Alabama Dept. of Youth Services, Alabama State Dept. of Education. Interviewing victims and witnesses, including, in particular, persons with disabilities. The disability rights movement

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law"Poster

Advertised: 06 Nov 2019 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Nov 2019 Central Standard Time

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