Deafblind Intervener (Elementary) | Full-Time with Benefits

Applitrack; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance at no cost

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Disability coverage

PSERS retirement

Wellness center access

Job summary

LIU in the United States seeks an Intervener for Hearing Impaired Support to assist deafblind students, acting as a bridge by clarifying and modeling communication methods and adapting the environment for access and learning.

The role requires collaboration with teachers, service providers, consultants, and parents to address communication, academic, social, and emotional needs in both regular and special education settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in related field preferred.
• Experience with children with sensory impairments preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification recommended.
• Certification in LIU-approved crisis prevention program required or pursued.
• Must obtain highly qualified status within one year from date of hire.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and communication methods in deaf-blind education.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Complete the LIU Intervener Certification Program.
• Enroll in a LIU-recognized intervener training program with portfolio submission within two years.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a vital bridge for deafblind students, elucidating and modeling communication methods.
• Collaborate with teachers, service providers, consultants, and parents to support learning.
• Adapt materials and environment to foster secure, encouraging learning experiences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience & empathy

Team collaboration

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

LIU Intervener Certification Program

Tools

LIU Intervener Training Program

Job description

LIU in the United States seeks an Intervener for Hearing Impaired Support to assist deafblind students, acting as a bridge by clarifying and modeling communication methods and adapting the environment for access and learning.

The role requires collaboration with teachers, service providers, consultants, and parents to address communication, academic, social, and emotional needs in both regular and special education settings.