Advocacy Program Associate (Disability Services) - Non-Profit
- Pay
- $55,000 – $65,000 per year
- Location
- Manhattan, NY · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 20 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Working knowledge of Federal IDEA regulations
- Working knowledge of NYS and NYC Department of Education regulations
- Understanding of special education law and guidelines
- Understanding of CPSE/CSE processes
- Strong written communication
- Verbal communication and presentation
- Relationship building with students, families, and external professionals
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Independent decision-making
Also useful
- Experience advocating for students with developmental or intellectual disabilities
- Bilingual Spanish proficiency
- Valid driver's license
About the role
AHRC NYC is seeking an Advocacy Program Associate. The Advocacy Program Associate works to uphold the rights of students receiving special education services from New York City Public Schools and other ID/DD service providers, ensuring that students and families experiencing difficulties in accessing appropriate services are well-advised and ably represented in the resolution of these difficulties.
Compensation
Package: $55,000-$65,000 per year plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit package. See Benefit information below. Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm...35 hours per week. ESSENTIAL Responsibilities Provide technical assistance and information & referral services to parents and professionals seeking help from AHRC NYC Advocacy Office. Assist in conducting relevant training workshops for parents/related caregivers.
Attend SBST, CPSE, CSE and other meetings necessary in promoting and/or ensuring delivery of appropriate services to students and their families. Accompany parents/caregivers on school visits as necessary. Develop, maintain and enhance Quality Assurance systems that track outcomes of advocacy actions and assess parental/caregiver satisfaction with services.
Document in timely and precise manner all aspects of advocacy services as required by OPWDD contracts. Prepare reports and other written materials as required. Attend city-wide coalition meetings and committee meetings under the direction of the Director of Advocacy Services. Perform all other job-related activities as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
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 the Company
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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From AHRC NYC's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 21, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Advocacy Program Associate (Disability Services) - Non-Profit posting at AHRC NYC states compensation of $55,000 – $65,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on AHRC NYC's official career site.
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