Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist
(Part time, 25 hours a week)
We are looking for a professional who has:
- Minimum of associate degree in social work, deaf studies, rehabilitation, human services, or a related field
- Ability to communicate in American Sign Language and write effectively
- Knowledge of deaf culture and accessibility issues for deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Personal transportation for community events, training, and appointments
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
The
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Specialist
will:
- Use email, calendar, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office 365 effectively
- Conduct meetings in person and via Zoom, MS Teams, or Google Meet
- Demonstrate specialized technology including relay services and assistive devices
- Assess consumer needs for assistive devices
- Deliver, install, train on, and troubleshoot assistive devices
- Build relationships and work with people in rural communities
- Work independently, with limited supervision, in mostly solo environments
- Prepare reports and other documents required by the Executive Director and Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Location:
Office in Abingdon, VA, covering Southwest Virginia including Abingdon, Bristol, Galax, Norton, Pulaski, Radford, Wise, and surrounding areas
Resumes accepted until positions filled. Email resume to: jobs@deafhh.org
