Flagstaff, Arizona
The Native American Disability Law Center (Law Center) is looking for qualified applicants for an Advocate position. The Law Center is a private non-profit organization that provides legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living on or near the Navajo and Hopi reservations. The Law Center is committed to ensuring that Native Americans with disabilities have access to justice and are empowered and equal members of their communities.
While a B.S.W. or a B.A. or B.S. in psychology, education, or a related field is preferred, we will also consider applicants with an Associate’s Degree in similar fields, especially if it is combined with practical experience with advocacy, education, vocational rehabilitation and/or abuse and neglect investigations. Also, familiarity with the service delivery system for people with disabilities is a plus. Travel will be required. Preferably applicants should be able to communicate and interpret effectively in Navajo or Hopi.
This position will be located in the Law Center’s Flagstaff Office and is currently grant funded for one year with the possibility of renewal. The selected advocate will focus on developing materials and educating the broader Navajo and Hopi communities on community-based services for individuals with disabilities who may otherwise reside in congregate care facilities.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary: $38,000 - $60,000 DOE
The Law Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Preference is given to qualified Hopi, Navajo and other Native American applicants. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For an application and job description, please call 505-566-5880 or send email to .
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to:
Heather Hoechst
Legal Director
Native American Disability Law Center, Inc.
905 W. Apache Street
Farmington, New Mexico 87401