Deaf Community Employment Specialist (ASL)

Rise, Inc.; Faribault (MN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage: $22.81–$26.07 per hour

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life & AD&D insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition reimbursement and Rise培训

Job summary

Rise, Inc. is hiring for the Minnesota Employment Center for People who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing in Faribault, MN.

The Occupational Communications Specialist 1/2 role provides pre-placement, job placement, training and long-term employment support, with a hybrid work option. Responsibilities include individualized job placement, employer outreach, and ongoing support, while maintaining a caseload and documenting outcomes.

Qualifications

• Advanced level American Sign Language communication is required (SLPI Advanced Plus) or progress toward this goal.
• Knowledge and understanding of Deaf culture.
• Must pass Department of Human Services background check (Rule 11).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel using a personal vehicle; mileage reimbursed.
• Ability to provide virtual support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support persons served to obtain and maintain fulfilling and rewarding competitive jobs.
• Provide individualized job placement services through regular meetings with persons served to develop job seeking skills, resumes and interviewing.
• Cultivate competitive job opportunities with local businesses and employers.
• Maintain a caseload of 12–14 people with thorough data tracking and billing through electronic systems.
• Partner with schools and transition programs to provide pre-employment instruction and career exploration.
• Adapt communication style to match the person served and to meet employer expectations.

Skills

ASL

Deaf culture

Driver license

Travel readiness

Virtual support

Education

Human services degree

Vocational or social services background

Job description

Rise, Inc. is hiring for the Minnesota Employment Center for People who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing in Faribault, MN.

The Occupational Communications Specialist 1/2 role provides pre-placement, job placement, training and long-term employment support, with a hybrid work option. Responsibilities include individualized job placement, employer outreach, and ongoing support, while maintaining a caseload and documenting outcomes.