Communicator-Guide

Deafblind Enablement; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization for individuals with sensory loss seeks a part-time remote Communicator-Guide to assist individuals with both sight and hearing loss. The role involves communication support and facilitating engagement within the community, promoting independence and well-being. Ideal candidates should possess skills in guiding and communication support. Empathy and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in communication support, such as sign language or tactile communication.
• Skills in guiding and assisting individuals with mobility.
• Ability to promote independence and facilitate access to services.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with both sight and hearing loss by assisting with communication.
• Facilitate interactions within the community.
• Promote independence and well-being.

Skills

Communication support (sign language or tactile)

Guiding and assisting individuals with mobility

Empathy and patience

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

Company Description

Deafblind Enablement (DBE) is an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with both sight and hearing loss. DBE helps them learn new skills, develop existing abilities, and gain access to their community and services with dignity, respect, control, and choice.

Role Description

This is a part-time, remote role as a Communicator-Guide at Deafblind Enablement. The Communicator-Guide will support individuals with both sight and hearing loss by assisting with communication, providing access to information, and facilitating their interaction within their community. Tasks include guiding individuals in various environments, helping them engage with services, and promoting their independence and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in communication support, such as sign language or tactile communication
• Skills in guiding and assisting individuals with mobility
• Ability to promote independence and facilitate access to services
• Empathy, patience, and strong interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to adapt to various environments and tasks
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is beneficial
• Basic knowledge of assistive technologies for sight and hearing loss is a plus