Volunteer Attorney Disability Advocates dba Disability Rights NeVolunteer AttorneyAlbany, New YorkVolunteer Attorneys may engage in a wide range of advocacy activities such as: Provide legal, administrative, and other appropriate means of support to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities; Investigate allegations of abuse and neglect and draft investigative reports; Monitor service providers for abuse, neglect, and compliance with federal and state laws and draft monitoring reports; Analyze new and existing cases as well as other matters to determine if they present systemic issues; which may be appropriate for DRNY to address, and, with the Director or their designee, formulate strategies for their prevention, reduction, or elimination; Consult with professionals such as attorneys, physicians, psychologists, therapists, educators, and others to identify options and barriers for individuals and groups; Support DRNY projects, project teams, and initiatives that foster self-determination and self-advocacy, and coalition building; Participate in committees, task forces, and other organization-wide groups; Conduct and participate in training and outreach activities; Maintain accurate, confidential files; Maintain accurate time records and client records, including accurate use of the client tracking database for DRNY to meet its programmatic and fiscal responsibilities, and to obtain prevailing party attorney fees when appropriate; Timely open and close case files regarding client matters; Travel throughout New York State and outside of New York State as agreed; Perform related tasks consistent with skills, abilities; Other assignments as mutually agreed. Be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar; Interest and commitment to public interest law; Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively as part of a team; Excellent communication skills; Relationship-building skills; Strong organizational skills; Strong problem-solving skills; Demonstrated professionalism and ethical judgment; Multilingual skills preferred; Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR - Hospice Albany - FT Days Trinity HealthVOLUNTEER COORDINATOR - Hospice Albany - FT DaysAlbany, NY$20.20–$30.30 / hourThis rewarding role is responsible for the recruitment, training, coordination, and support of hospice volunteers who provide compassionate assistance to patients and families throughout their hospice journey. Bachelor's degree preferred with at least one year of experience coordinating or administering a volunteer program; or Associate degree with five years of experience administering a comprehensive volunteer program.
Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives Albany Law SchoolCoordinator of Diversity and Inclusion InitiativesAlbany, NY$25–$30 / hourAlbany Law School seeks a Coordinator to work in its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Office providing high-level administrative and programming support to meet the law school's commitments and goals to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all students, staff and faculty. Join us in continuing a tradition that has produced leaders in all areas of the legal profession, across every area of law, public service, and government including two U.S. Supreme Court Justices and a President of the United States.