Job Description

Job Summary

STATEMENT OF JOB

Advocates are responsible for implementing the scopes of services of the Statewide Advocacy Program and advocacy-related activities for The Arc Tennessee related to advocacy, education, and public awareness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Job Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Uphold the mission, positions and values of The Arc of Tennessee
• Possess a general knowledge of The Arc as a national, state and local organization
• Comply with fiscal, legal, and agency (The Arc) requirements
• Role model behaviors that reflect trust, competence, vision, and inspiration
• Involve others in planning or problem solving
• Expand and upgrade knowledge and skills through on-the-job, program-sponsored, or outside educational opportunities
• Seek out opportunities that expand the scope of relevant projects offered by The Arc TN

Specific Job Duties

• Provide information and referrals as appropriate to individuals seeking assistance
• Provide technical assistance as appropriate to individuals needing support to navigate the complex system of services for individuals with I/DD and their families including but not limited to early intervention, education, VR, DDA, TennCare, DHS, DOMH, AAAD, and SSA/SSI
• Provide direct advocacy services for individuals with disabilities as appropriate when faced with issues related to civil/human rights/quality of life; service access; health and safety; legal; and conservatorship
• Maintain documentation of activities related to information and referral, technical assistance and direct advocacy and other documentation as requested
• Maintain involvement in various state and local committees, councils, task forces, etc. that impact people with I/DD and their families
• Attend meetings as required
• Actively promote self-advocacy for individuals with I/DD
• Support other activities of The Arc TN such as family meetings, conferences, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reporting

• Complete monthly workbook
• Complete monthly work plan
• Complete all reports as required

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (experience may be substituted for education)
• At least two years’ experience (either professional or personal) working with individuals with disabilities
• Ability to work independently on a variety of projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team Player
• Computer literate
• Reliable transportation

Additional Information

Benefits

The Arc Tennessee offers a generous benefits package to all of its full-time employees.

How to Apply

Apply via cover letter and resume to Angela Braach at abraach@thearctn.org.

Details

• Date Posted: October 8, 2025
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Other
• Start Date: 10/27/2025
• Salary Range: 45,000
• Working Hours: 40 hrs/wk

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