Advocate 1, Bilingual – ASL, Spanish, Asian Language

Disability Rights California

Advocate role providing legal information and training for individuals with disabilities. Part of a diverse team advancing rights and opportunities for clients in California.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $71,358 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in client communication and case management, with strong skills in legal document preparation and advocacy strategies. Experienced in conducting outreach and education for diverse communities, particularly in relation to disability rights.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Client CommunicationLegal Document PreparationCase ManagementAmerican Sign Language ProficiencyKnowledge of Disability Rights

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Hard Skills

Case SummarizationLegal ResearchData CollectionDocument ReviewAdvocacy Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsOral Presentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInterviewing SkillsTime Management

Industry Keywords

Disability RightsCommunity OutreachLegal ServicesClient AdvocacyLegal Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Receive and return calls from people requesting legal services.
Provide information and advice to clients.
Interview clients, write and record case summaries, and case files.
Review notices, records, and other documents to ascertain facts.
Prepare legal documents and advice letters.
Investigate factual issues and issue spot for relevant advocacy strategy and possible courses of action.
Research the applicable law and apply Disability Rights California’s standards and criteria to determine what level of assistance is appropriate for each client.
Develop and implement options and case strategies appropriate given the law and facts.
Develop and conduct outreach education and training to clients, community groups, advocates and others.
Strengthen and build relationships with local community-based organizations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
At least 2 years of relevant experience to provide proficiency in client contact, data collection and oral presentation skills.
Able to communicate fluently and effectively using American Sign Language, Spanish, or an Asian language.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in an efficient and timely manner.
(Desirable) Associate's (AA or AS) degree in a related field or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school OR Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree in a related field from a four-year college OR equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
(Desirable) Demonstrated ability to interview people in a variety of methods including on the phone, in person, or over email.
(Desirable) Knowledge of laws, rights, and services as they pertain to people with disabilities, and/or direct representation of people with disabilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

8% Match – 401K
Health benefits (HMO options)
Additional Benefits: dental, vision, basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent care and commuter).
Health Reimbursement Accounts for some HMO Plans.
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Teladoc
Ample vacation
Sick / Self Care time
Holidays (including the last week in December)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer.