The DeafBlind Services Specialist serves DeafBlind consumers and their families by providing advocacy, information and referral, skill development, and support
Job Summary
The DeafBlind Services Specialist serves DeafBlind consumers and their families by providing advocacy, information and referral, skill development, and support.
This position involves developing and facilitating support groups, providing consultation services, and assisting with telecommunication access and assistive technologies.
The role includes providing education and public presentations on DSDHH programs, hearing loss sensitivity, awareness, and related legislation, and may require adjusted work hours including evenings and weekends.
Matching Summary
The DeafBlind Services Specialist serves DeafBlind consumers and their families by providing advocacy, information and referral, skill development, and support.
Salary
$35,596 - $62,294
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Empowering DeafBlind individuals
Equal communication access
Assistive technologies
Community events participation
Travel within and outside region
Nice-to-have
Passion for empowering others
Sensitivity to hearing loss
Second-chance employment support
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of directly related work experience with client population
Three years of experience in a related programmatic area