LEND Self Advocate (Temporary)

Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The University of Washington’s Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) is a Maternal-Child Health (MCH)-funded interdisciplinary training program. It operates as a part of the Clinical Training Unit (CTU). The CTU is a part of the Institute on Human Development and Disability (IHDD). The mission of the CTU is to serve as a center of excellence in the field of maternal and child health; to prepare future leaders, policy makers, clinicians, and researchers in the field of neurodevelopmental and related disabilities; to improve the quality of life for children with disabilities and their families; to serve as part of the public health team; and to provide ongoing continuing education and technical assistance to health care providers and others in the region.

LEND has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary LEND Self Advocate (Program Coordinator).

Self-Advocate is one of the positions in the LEND program and is defined by a person who has lived experience with developmental disabilities.

LEND Self Advocate Discipline duties and responsibilities:

LEND Seminars and Workshop Participation (60%):

• Attend the LEND seminars and workshops
• Foster and maintain relationships with community agencies and self-advocacy groups
• Contribute to LEND curriculum, seminar, workshops, and panels
• Provide documentation of activities for grant reports
• Perform related duties as required.

Mentoring and LEND Representation (40%):

• Provide mentoring to enrolled UW LEND self-advocate trainees
• Serve as self-advocate representative on UW LEND committee(s)
• Provide support and consultation to LEND Director and LEND Training Director


Minimum Qualifications:

High School graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience working for non-profit or advocacy or equivalent education/experience. Must have previous experience in a LEND program.



 

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.