Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist
(Part time, 25 hours a week)
We are looking for a professional who has:
- Two years or more of college education in social work, deaf studies, rehabilitation, human services, or a related field
- Ability to communicate, using American Sign Language and writing effectively
- Knowledge of deaf culture and access issues for deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind individuals with varying degrees of hearing loss
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- A personal car for community events, training, consumer appointments when needed
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist
will:
- Proficiently use email, calendar functions, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office 365
- Have presentations or meetings via Zoom or Google Meet
- Demonstrate the use of specialized technology including relay services and assistive devices
- Assess the needs of consumers for communication through the specialized technology
- Deliver, install, provide device training, and troubleshoot
- Prepare monthly reports and other narratives as required by the DHHSC Executive Director and Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Location:
Cities of Harrisonburg, Staunton and Waynesboro, and Counties of Augusta, Green, Highland, Madison, and Rockingham Must be willing to relocate to Staunton, VA area.
Resumes accepted until positions filled. Email resume to: dhhscinc@gmail.com
