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Title: Human Rights Advocate
State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: UP to $68,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Central Office
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services’ (DBHDS) Office of Human Rights is seeking a highly skilled professional accustomed to working with a high level of autonomy for advocacy to individuals being served in community programs in the Tidewater area, DBHDS Region 5. This position requires the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment, manage multiple and competing deadlines, and navigate complex interactions with consumers and service providers. This position is responsible for delivering direct services to support the implementation of a community-based human rights system for individuals receiving services licensed and funded by DBHDS. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the review and investigation of complaints and serious incidents; representation and support of individuals and their families; provision of guidance and training to community providers; consultation with and education of individuals, family members, and providers regarding the human rights system; identification of systemic human rights concerns; monitoring compliance with applicable human rights regulations; and review of provider policies to ensure regulatory compliance. This position is highly responsible for taking appropriate action to safeguard the health, safety, and rights of individuals receiving DBHDS licensed and funded services. A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Driver Safety Program are required due to frequent travel in and around Central Virginia, with some travel statewide for training. Use of a private and secure home office is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Considerations
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application and/or submit a resume. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m., on the listed closing date. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.
For any technical assistance with the jobs.virginia.gov website, please contact applicantinquiry@dhrm.virginia.gov.
Contact Information
Name: ShaKiera Miles
Phone: N/A
Email: shakiera.miles@dbhds.virginia.gov - Inquiries Only/No Submissions, to include resumes.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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