Staff Attorney - Clients' Right Advocate 1 or 2

Overview

Equitable and Inclusive Hiring at Disability Rights California (DRC)

At Disability Rights California (DRC), we are committed to creating an equitable, accessible, and inclusive experience for all applicants. Below, we've outlined important details to ensure you feel fully supported throughout the hiring process.

Examples of reasonable accommodations include :

• American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation
• Alternative formats for interview materials (e.g., large print, Braille, digital files)
• Interview questions provided prior to the interview
• Extended interview time
• A quiet or distraction-free interview setting
• Adjustments to the interview format for accessibility (e.g., pinning participants,)
• Assistance with reading or note-taking during interviews

If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application and accompanying materials, please e-mail : talent@disabilityrightsca.org. Please note resume and cover letter are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

People with disabilities, people of color, people in all protected classes, and formerly incarcerated people are encouraged to apply. Make a difference! We fight for the rights of people that have disabilities.... JOIN US!

LOCATION :

150 Amber Grove Drive, Chico (FAR NORTHERN REGIONAL CENTER), eligible for hybrid schedule with minimum of 2 days / week in office

EMPLOYMENT STATUS :

Exempt; Regular; Full-time.

SALARY RANGE :

$62,469 – $91,242 annually (CRA 1)

$70,858 – $98,816 annually (CRA 2)

We base salary offers on program budget, experience and an internal equity analysis. Therefore, our offers are firm.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

Including 8% 401k Match, a LRAP (Loan Repayment Assistance Program) that pays up to $300 per month depending on salary and debt, a language differential up to $250 / mo. Health (HMO and PPO options), dental, vision, basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance and flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent care and commuter). Additionally, we offer ample vacation, sick / self care leave and eighteen paid holidays (including the last week in December) and more. We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer.

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

Open until filled. Applications should be received by October 3rd, 2025 (3 weeks from date of posting) to be considered for the first round of interviews. Resume and cover letter are reviewed and required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

WHO WE ARE

Disability Rights California (DRC) defends, advances, and strengthens the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities.

DRC works for a world where all disabled people have power and are treated with dignity and respect. In this world, people with disabilities are supported, valued, included in their communities, afforded the same opportunities as people without disabilities, and make their own decisions.

DRC values all forms of human diversity. We are committed to a culture of belonging where all people are welcome. In order to be effective advocates for all people with disabilities, we must address discrimination in all its forms, including the unique challenges faced by people who experience the intersection of multiple systems of discrimination.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The CRA advocates for people with developmental disabilities who are regional center clients, including people who reside in state developmental centers and community facilities. The CRA is a generalist who provides information, advice, and representation on a wide range of legal topics impacting people who receive regional center services. Examples are special education, Social Security, IHSS, healthcare and insurance, and living in the community.

The CRA works under the direct supervision of a supervising attorney and in collaboration with other OCRA advocates and attorneys in their advocacy and outreach efforts.

This position is in a location convenient to the regional center and is eligible for a hybrid schedule working both remotely and in-office. Currently the office is located at 150 Amber Grove Drive in Chico. The CRA may work remotely up to three days per week.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are the job responsibilities an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. CRA essential functions include :

Advocacy – 70%

Supervision – 15%

Outreach / Training – 15%

Other Duties

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises one (1) advocate and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

(Applicants MUST meet EACH of the minimum qualifications to be considered for an interview.)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

(Applicants DO NOT have to meet any of the Desirable Qualifications to be considered for an interview.)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

For placement as a CRA 2, must be admitted to the California State Bar, or eligible to practice under California's Registered Legal Services Attorney Program. If eligible under the RLSA Program, must become admitted to the California State Bar within five (5) years. If you are hired as a CRA 1 and later become licensed, you are eligible for an immediate promotion to CRA 2.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Occasional travel required. Ability to travel occasionally for activities such as client meetings, out-of-town meetings, team meetings, training, or outreach activities up to 10% of the time. More travel may be required to meet program or contract requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following describes general working conditions and requirements of the job, which can be performed with or without disability-related reasonable accommodations.

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