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Disability Rights New Jersey seeks a full-time attorney as Director or Manager of Intake and Self Advocacy under the supervision of the Executive Director. Disability Rights New Jersey is the designated protection and advocacy agency for people with disabilities in the diverse state of New Jersey, providing investigation and monitoring, individual and systemic advocacy and legal representation, training, technical assistance, and outreach to protect legal, civil, and human rights. This position requires a law degree from an accredited college, as well as membership in the NJ Bar within one (1) year of hire date. • For the Director of Intake and Self-Advocacy, at least 15 years of legal experience in disability or other public interest law, with some experience practicing special education law, is preferred. The salary for this position is $110,000, depending on experience, as well as a generous benefits package. • For the Manager of Intake and Self-Advocacy, at least 7 years of legal experience in disability or other public interest law, with some experience practicing special education law, is preferred. The salary for this position is $98,000, depending on experience, as well as a generous benefits package. This candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain any necessary federal security clearances required by federal funders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the Intake and Self Advocacy Team and provides oversight to all its functions. Responds to, coordinates, and ensures timely response to all requests for service, including by telephone, e-mail, web-based, letter and in-person. Oversees DAD Reviewer and Current Open Cases intake report to determine timely case assignments. Develops library of information and referral resources, self-advocacy models including written self-advocacy materials. Works with Legal Teams and I&M Team to identify and provide I&R/technical assistance on brief services issues outside of the scope of DRNJ goals and objectives. Interviews callers to determine caller objective and disposition. Provides identified I&R/TA or self-advocacy assistance as determined by priorities: goals and objectives and operationalized by Legal Teams and I&M Team work plans. Consults with Legal Teams and I&M Team staff as appropriate and necessary. Supervises and trains Intake and Self-Advocacy Team staff, including on yearly goals and objectives, non-priority information and referral, statistics and data collection on DAD. Evaluates staff performance. Maintains intake records and files in accordance with agency policy and procedures, including DAD. Compiles statistical data on intake quarterly and annual or as otherwise requested. Tracks and reports on emerging issues. Participates in outreach, education and training and technical assistance activities. Participates in staff training and development activities and attends staff meetings. Participates in outside meetings, advisory groups and task forces as necessary. KNOWLEDGE and

ABILITIES

Demonstrates excellent communication skills, oral and written, including proficiency in English, proficiency in Spanish desirable. Knowledge of and ability to use computer software systems. Knowledge of disability, social, health and human services and other community resources. Understanding of and ability to perform managerial role and functions. Ability to function as part of management team. Ability to cope with complex and emotional contacts with clients and empathize with them. Ability to interact with and maintain positive and constructive interpersonal relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients, families and the public. Ability to maintain records and organize and complete assigned tasks. Ability to understand and comply with agency policies and procedures. Ability to obtain and maintain any federal security clearances required by federal funders. Ability to understand and relate to culturally diverse communities. Disability Rights New Jersey seeks candidates committed to diversity and to the rights of individuals with disabilities to full inclusion in society. Presently, Disability Rights New Jersey staff work under a hybrid, with some limited from home as work permits. All new hires will be on a three-month probationary period which will include additional in-office time and field visits. Disability Rights New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Disability Rights New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Interested applicants should email a resume and a letter of interest to: Interview Committee, Disability Rights New Jersey at advocate@disabilityrightsnj.org.

Pay:

$98,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching 403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Trenton, NJ 08628