DeafBlind Access & Advocacy Specialist

nc; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 36.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

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Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Descripción de la vacante

North Carolina DHHS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Division seeks a DeafBlind Services Specialist to empower DeafBlind individuals by ensuring access to information, technology, and community resources. The role involves advocacy, information/referral, and developing communication skills in diverse settings.

The position may be stationed in Wilson or Wilmington, NC, and requires outreach, group facilitation, and coordination with families, employers, and agencies.

Formación

• Knowledge of ADA and related advocacy laws for DeafBlind populations.
• Experience working with DeafBlind populations.
• Skill in developing and delivering public presentations to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge/training in resources, outreach, counseling, assistive devices and related laws.

Responsabilidades

• Advocate for DeafBlind consumers and families and provide information and referral.
• Develop and facilitate DeafBlind support groups and other resources.
• Assist with telecommunication access and assistive technologies in various settings.
• Assess consumer needs and provide consultation for DeafBlind Equipment Distribution Program.

Conocimientos

ADA knowledge

DeafBlind experience

Public presentation

Resources outreach counseling

Tech familiarity

Educación

Bachelor's degree related field

Herramientas

Excel

Microsoft Word

Databases

Descripción del empleo

North Carolina DHHS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Division seeks a DeafBlind Services Specialist to empower DeafBlind individuals by ensuring access to information, technology, and community resources. The role involves advocacy, information/referral, and developing communication skills in diverse settings.

The position may be stationed in Wilson or Wilmington, NC, and requires outreach, group facilitation, and coordination with families, employers, and agencies.