Disability Rights Advocate
Company: RCIL
Location: Utica
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Annual Non-Exempt Salary:
$37,856 ($20.80 an hour) 35 Hour Work Week 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. Flexible
Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care. Monthly contribution
towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs) Company paid
Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock) Employee
Assistance Program. Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave,
Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and
Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves
for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims. Employees may be
eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to
have student loans forgiven. Free covered parking. Additional
benefits available. Job Duties: The successful candidate will be
expected to: Conduct consumer intakes and needs assessments.
Provide service to assist and support individuals with disabilities
to live independently in the community. Provide information and
referrals to appropriate community resources. Work with individuals
and agencies to collaborate with businesses and service providers
to promote accessibility improvements. Educate consumers on
self-advocacy strategies and guide them in resolving issues
independently when possible. Provide Community outreach. Support
consumers in identifying and addressing barriers to accessibility
in homes and public spaces. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of
systems, benefits, and community supports relevant to individuals
with disabilities. Help investigate, document, and chart ADA and
accessibility issues in the community along with Systems ADA
coordinator Education: A College Degree is preferred; a High School
Diploma or equivalent is required. Related experience may be
considered in lieu of higher education. Experience: Two-four years
working with people with disabilities. Experience working with
either aging populations/senior services, or youth
services/educational advocacy. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: ADA,
IDEA, 504, ACCES-VR, CVMH, SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Snap, Heap, Welfare
reform, Benefit programs, legislative process and issues impacting
seniors and people with disabilities. Knowledge of Independent
Living Philosophy. Computer skills. Mediation, negotiation,
planning, community networking, innovation, collaboration, oral and
written communication, flexibility, organization, public speaking,
excellent customer service, working with diverse population,
outlook and Microsoft programs. Travel Required: Yes, minimal
Location : Utica, NY 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.
Keywords: RCIL, Binghamton , Disability Rights Advocate, Healthcare , Utica, New York
