cilo

Disability Rights & Advocacy Specialist

Cincinnati, Ohio · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago

CommunicationPublic Speaking

About the role

Mileage reimbursement for travel in Southwestern Ohio.
Provide training and presentations for people with disabilities around the issues of advocacy and civic engagement.
Conduct additional assignments as delegated by supervisor in a timely manner.

Connect and collaborate with local and state advocacy groups that work to make policy and legislative changes on issues related to independent living, community inclusion, and equal access.
Develop and implement activities for the Center that promote advocacy on issues important to independent living for people with disabilities by organizing advocacy-related events such as public forums, legislative meetings, community surveys, letter writing campaigns, etc.
Provide guidance, instruction, and support to empower people with disabilities to engage in self-advocacy on issues important to their lives.
Support local, state, and federal legislation, policy, and funding initiatives that promote independence and inclusion of people with disabilities.

Bachelor's degree in human services, political science, or related field.
Experience working with people with disabilities.
Experience with public speaking and presentations
Ability to work with limited supervision while maintaining program accountability.
Prefer strong knowledge of one or more of the following: legislative and policy creation processes
Must have a valid driver's license and car insurance with reliable personal transportation.
Background check and drug screening required.
Prefer strong knowledge of one or more of the following:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
strong interpersonal skills
disability-related laws such the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Fair Housing Act
community and social service resources commonly used or needed by people with disabilities.
Understand the Independent Living Philosophy.
Qualified candidates may submit a resume with a cover-letter stating qualifications, strengths, and experience by email to:

Expand and strengthen local and regional advocacy efforts by building on existing efforts and encouraging the formation of new disability rights issues and initiatives in areas of Ohio where they do not exist.

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