Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for an Advocacy Specialist for our Victim Advocacy Program (VAP)! Learn more below.
About the Position
The Victim Advocacy Program (VAP) of Disability Rights Wisconsin works to ensure that survivors with disabilities receive the advocacy, legal representation, services, and support they need to move forward, find justice, and obtain safety and stability in whatever form they require. A primary goal of VAP is to promote self-determination for survivors with disabilities.
The Advocacy Specialist is responsible for providing direct advocacy assistance to individuals with disabilities who have been victims of crime on a variety of disability-related and victim service issues. Other duties include administrative tasks related to case maintenance and reporting, information and referral, systems advocacy, and training.
Position Information
Full-Time Equivalent: 1.0 FTE (40 Hours per week)
Starting Rate: $45,000 to $55,000 annually
Location: Anywhere in Wisconsin. If the employee lives within 45 miles of a Disability Rights Wisconsin office, they may work fully in-office or in a hybrid arrangement. Residency outside the 45-mile range qualifies for complete remote work. Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident.
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How to Apply
Application Deadline: February 3, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Apply online via our Careers page.
Note: You can request alternate formats of these position announcements. You may submit your application materials in alternate formats if needed. Contact hr@drwi.org for more information.