Community Navigator – Rural Justice Initiative

Disability Rights Texas

. Develop and implement an assigned county or regional community engagement plan .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeLubbock • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement and outreach, particularly in promoting legal services for persons with disabilities. Proficient in data management, case strategy development, and maintaining compliance with disability-related regulations.

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Community Engagement PlanningOutreach ExperienceKnowledge of Disability IssuesData Management SkillsCase Management Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Community OutreachLegal SupportResearch SkillsData RecordingCase Strategy DevelopmentEvent PlanningDocumentationReferral NetworkingClient Eligibility ExplanationService Level Understanding

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTime ManagementMultitaskingIntegrityCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCase-Management SoftwareOutreach-Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social WorkEducationPsychologyRehabilitation CounselingDisability StudiesSocial Service

Industry Keywords

Rural Justice InitiativeDisability Rights TexasSocial Service ProgramsLegal ServicesAmericans with Disabilities Act

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement an assigned county or regional community engagement plan
Conduct outreach promoting Rural Justice Initiative initiatives and Disability Rights Texas services
Identify collaboration and community-education opportunities that increase referrals and access to legal services
Work with RJI partner organizations, DRTx staff, Community Justice Workers, community navigators, intake personnel, pro bono attorneys, and other project personnel
Make appropriate referrals to partner organizations and wrap-around services
Research regional and local community needs, legal-service gaps, accessibility barriers, referral networks, and community-based organizations
Collect and accurately record outreach and community-engagement data
Support RJI grant reporting according to project data standards and procedures
Plan and execute accessible rural community events and legal-access activities
Develop and deliver approved outreach educational materials
Communicate respectfully with clients and communities, including during challenging conversations involving rights violations
Gather and document preliminary client information and provide approved information, materials, or referrals
Explain applicant eligibility, case priority, funding source, and service levels
Follow client-services policies for interviews, case records, and documentation
Provide short-term case work and non-litigation legal support under a Supervising Attorney when applicable
Develop case strategy for short-term cases within parameters set by the Supervising Attorney
Complete required letters, documentation, and correspondence accurately and timely
Maintain disability-related knowledge and stay current on regulations, policies, laws, and related issues
Use case-management software, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities
Establish credibility with the organization, clients, and other stakeholders
Perform other duties consistent with the Rural Justice Initiative

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Disability Studies, Social Service or another related field plus two years of related experience with demonstrated success working with persons with disabilities, OR four years’ experience working with persons with disabilities, OR being an individual with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
One year of experience in a field related to outreach work involving a variety of social service programs
Must reside within, or sufficiently near, the assigned North/NW Texas geographic service area
Must maintain a regular and meaningful local presence in designated counties and be available for in-person outreach, legal clinics, partner meetings, and project activities
Current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license
Ability to travel at least 70% of the time throughout Texas
Ability to work weekends and evenings when required
Ability to communicate effectively and work independently in isolated conditions and in team environments
Ability to enter complete, thorough, and accurate data in a timely manner
Knowledge of disability issues and current events relating to persons with disabilities
Ability to follow complex directions, conduct research, and apply research effectively
Time management, multitasking, prioritization, and deadline-management abilities
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with computer, web-based information, telephone, case-management, and outreach-tracking systems
High commitment to service excellence, integrity, ethics, and judgment
Ability to work effectively with diverse socioeconomic, geographic, cultural, linguistic, and disability backgrounds
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout rural Texas, including communities with limited transportation options
Ability to attend in-person outreach events and community activities within the assigned service area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Time-limited, five-year project-funded position
Continued employment contingent upon project continuation, funding availability, and organizational need
Ability to work remotely or from home
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Spanish bilingual proficiency may be used as a preferred qualification