Deaf Services Advocate & Outreach Specialist

State of North Carolina; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina's DHHS invites applications for a Deaf Services Specialist with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Division. The role focuses on advocacy, public outreach, training, and community development to serve Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing residents across 14 counties.

Applicants must be fluent in ASL and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture, ADA and related laws, with the ability to organize workshops, perform trainings, and maintain accurate case records using Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language and knowledge of Deaf culture.
• Experience with ADA and other laws affecting communication access.
• Experience planning and coordinating workshops and trainings for D/DB consumers.
• Ability to interact with hearing, D/DB individuals and work as a team.
• Strong organizational skills and capability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead community development, advocacy, public outreach and training.
• Set up and plan events; conduct outreach to parents and new Deaf/DeafBlind consumers.
• Maintain accurate records in the data system and basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Educate consumers on rights and relevant laws; provide resources.

Skills

ASL fluency

Deaf culture knowledge

ADA compliance knowledge

Workshop planning

Public outreach

Team collaboration

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The State of North Carolina's DHHS invites applications for a Deaf Services Specialist with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Division. The role focuses on advocacy, public outreach, training, and community development to serve Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing residents across 14 counties.

Applicants must be fluent in ASL and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture, ADA and related laws, with the ability to organize workshops, perform trainings, and maintain accurate case records using Microsoft Office.