DEAF BLIND INTERVENOR - DRYDEN

Dayforce; Dryden; On-site; CAD 27,552,000 - 35,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) seeks an Intervenor in Ignace to assist individuals with combined hearing and sight loss, ensuring access to information and enabling interactions with their surroundings.

The role is a part-time contract up to 24 hours per week, for one year, with duties including guiding clients, aiding daily tasks, transportation, and support for assistive devices.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Deafblind services or equivalent required.
• Three to five years experience with deafblind individuals preferred.
• ASL training is an asset; bilingualism in French/English advantageous.
• LSQ training and alternative communication skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as communicator and sighted guide for individuals with combined hearing and sight loss.
• Assist with daily tasks and accompany clients to appointments.
• Transport clients to assignments; provide supportive care and environment access.
• Support regarding assistive devices and communication needs.

Skills

ASL

Bilingual French/English

LSQ training

Alternative communication

Valid drivers license

Education

Diploma in Deafblind services

Equivalent in humanities/community studies

Job description

Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) has an opening for an Intervenor role based in Ignace. Reporting to the Supervisor, Intervening Services, the Intervenor will act as a communicator and sighted guide for individuals with a combined loss of hearing and sight to provide access to information and facilitate interaction with their environment and surroundings. Additional responsibilities will involve assisting with daily tasks, transporting and accompanying clients to and from assignments and/or appointments, and providing support regarding assistive devices, etc.

This is a part-time contract position, working as needed up to a maximum of 24 hours per week, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., for one year.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The ideal candidate would have a Diploma in Deafblind services or equivalent, e.g. studies in humanities or community (e.g. Personal Support Worker, Social Work, Gerontology), and/or three to five years' experience working with individuals who are deafblind. Formal training in ASL would be an asset. Bilingualism (French/English) as well as LSQ training and alternative communication skills. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required for frequent local (as well as occasional out of town) travel with clients.

CHS is the industry-leading provider of services and products that enable Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to overcome barriers. We are an Accredited organization and the largest of its kind in North America. Building on its 85-year history and following a remarkable and ambitious turnaround, CHS is a modern, progressive and professional organization well-positioned for growth both nationally and internationally. In 2021, CHS achieved Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada making it the first national organization serving Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to earn this distinction.

CHS requires you to be legally eligible for employment in Canada. (Proof of legal ability to work in Canada will be required if a contingent offer of employment is made.)

CLOSING DATE: Internal - March 20, 2025, External - Until Filled

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

*Please note that as per the terms of our Collective Agreement, qualifying internal candidates will be considered first. External candidates will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), CHS will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.

CANADIAN HEARING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION HIRING PROCESS FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING APPLICANTS.