Direct Support Professional (Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Program)
Job Description
The Direct Support Professional (Deaf/HH/DB Program) will directly support in the provision of Leadership, Engagement, and Advocacy for Deaf Empowerment and Resilience. This role is responsible for providing direct support/care to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind residents.
This may include:%CF; Taking residents out into the community for recreation and/or social events, medical appointments, shopping;%CF; Coaching residents in the area of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (i.e. cooking, cleaning, proper hygiene);%CF; Ensuring the safety and well-being of each resident;%CF; Completing documentation on a consistent and timely basis
Required Qualifications/Skills/Training:%CF; Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation%CF; High school diploma, or equivalent%CF; Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting%CF; Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)%CF;motivated and willingness to learn%CF; Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications%CF; Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals%CF; Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
**Specific trainings will be provided as required
Required Qualifications, Skills, and Training- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting
- Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Motivated and willingness to learn
- Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications
- Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
