Deaf Services Specialist

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Deaf Services unit is hiring a Deaf Services Specialist to lead community development, advocacy, public outreach and training at the Asheville Regional Center.

The role requires fluency in ASL and Deaf Culture, the ability to educate consumers on rights and laws, and to provide resources, presentations, and outreach to families and Deaf/DeafBlind individuals across 14 counties.

Qualifications

• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture.
• Ability to explain rights and applicable laws to consumers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry.
• Experience coordinating community outreach and trainings.
• Strong collaboration and team-work skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead community development, advocacy, public outreach and training at the Asheville Regional Center.
• Provide outreach to Deaf and DeafBlind communities across 14 counties.
• Plan and execute events, trainings, and presentations.
• Identify resources for consumers and educate them on their rights and laws.
• Enter data accurately and maintain records in the data system.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Deaf/DeafBlind outreach

Public speaking

Legal knowledge (Deaf/HOH laws)

Resource coordination

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Job Classification Title

Casework Associate II (S)

Position Number

60043247

Grade

NC06

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

DSDHH is hiring! We are seeking a Deaf Services specialist to lead community development, advocacy, public outreach and awareness, and training at the DSDHH Asheville Regional Center.

This position requires staff to be able to work and communicate with Deaf and DeafBlind in our 14 counties that we serve. The applicant must be fluent in ASL and in Deaf Culture. The position will be responsible to provide advocacy training, finding resources for consumers, educating consumers on their rights and the laws, Applicant must be a team player and work well in a team. The applicant should know about the laws for communication access, have skills to do presentations and trainings as well as know how to interact with the general populations in our communities. The applicant will be responsible to set up and plan events and to also do outreach to parents of Deaf/DeafBlind children, as well as new consumers that are Deaf/DeafBlind. Finally, the applicant needs to have basic Microsoft Suite proficiency, computer skills and be able to enter information into our data system and keeps records accurate.

The Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) assures equal access to North Carolina citizens who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind. Having American Sign Language experience/knowledge is a plus!

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $35,596 - $62,294

Recruitment Range: $35,596 - $53,386

Repost - Previous Applicants Do Not Need To Reapply In Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date)
• The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here Sign-On and Retention Bonus Policy

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in social and cultural activities with the Deaf and Deaf Blind and/or elderly population.
• Profound appreciation of communication and psychological challenges faced by Deaf and Deaf Blind individuals.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, programs and services relating to Deaf and Deaf Blind North Carolinians.
• Effective public presentation Ability and commitment to communicate effectively with Deaf and Deaf Blind people Basic Knowledge/ skills in American Sign Language

Application Deadline

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment Fir