[blindlaw] Fwd: Disability Rights California looking to hire attorney to work on sensory disabilities access issues.

[Michael S. Nunez]

Hello everyone,

I am forwarding the below and attached job posting for a friend who is
an attorney at Disability Rights California ("DRC").  DRC is looking
to hire an attorney to work on sensory disability access issues.

Best,
Mike



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Sent: Thursday, March 14, 2019 10:40 AM
Subject: FW: Sensory Disabilities attorney posting


Hi, Mike. Hope all is well with you. Wanted to see if you know of
anyone who might be a good fit for a Sensory Disabilities Attorney
position. The job description is in the body of this email and also in
the attached WORD document.

-Aaron




Staff Attorney 1
Sensory Disabilities
Civil Rights Practice Group
(Oakland or San Diego office)


SALARY RANGE: $57,585 - $77,169 DOE



Apply by February 8, 2019 to be considered for the first round of interviews.



The Sensory Disabilities Attorney will support and expand our existing
litigation efforts on communication access for individuals with
sensory disabilities. Current work includes challenging the Social
Security Administration's failure to provide accessible kiosk's for
individuals who are blind or have visual impairments; challenging
California's failure to provide accessible Medicaid notices and
materials for individuals who are blind or have visual impairments;
and ensuring that people with developmental disabilities who are also
Deaf or have hearing impairments and live in group homes have access
to effective communication.



The Civil Right Practice Group is a statewide team of attorneys
focused on litigating complex and impactful cases to stop
discrimination against people with disabilities. Our current goals
include increasing and maintaining affordable, accessible housing;
advocating against the criminalization of people with disabilities
including those that are homeless; enforcing disability access rights
and reducing discrimination in private and public programs and
services; and ensuring that people with disabilities have access to
courts, administrative agencies, and legal services.


Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree (JD) plus admission to the
California State Bar, plus 1-2 years' experience.

Working at DRC is more than just a job - it is a rare opportunity to
do what you are good at while making a difference! DRC offers
competitive salaries and a generous benefit package. To view the
detailed job description and complete the application process visit
http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/Jobs/index.htm
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