Sign Language Support Staff - Program Access

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation; Maryland; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation is seeking Sign Language Support Staff to provide communication access for participants in after-school programs, summer camps, and recreation classes across county community centers.

You will work alongside program instructors to facilitate clear communication, promote inclusion, and maintain confidentiality about disability and personal information.

Qualifications

• Fluent expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language.
• Ability to present information with accuracy, clarity, and appropriate vocabulary.
• Experience in recreation programs, childcare or education settings preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse age groups and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language support for individuals and groups in recreational, educational, and social settings
• Facilitate communication between participants, staff, and instructors
• Adapt communication style to meet the practical, social, and programmatic needs of participants
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all settings
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure smooth, inclusive program delivery

Skills

American Sign Language

Clear communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Job description

The Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Program Access Department is seekingSign Language Support Staff to provide communication access and inclusive support for children, youth, and adults participating in after-school programs, summer camps, and recreation classes at community centers throughout the county.

Support staff work alongside program instructors and participants to facilitate clear communication, promote engagement, and ensure an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants. All selected candidates must provide excellent customer service and must maintain confidentiality regarding disability, medical, and personal information.

Ideal candidates will have experience working in recreation programs, working in childcare or education programs, and supporting children or adults that are hard of hearing. Starting positions and pay rates are based on age and previous experience. Hours depend on the program. Please provide examples of experience in your application.

• Provide sign language support for individuals and groups in recreational, educational, and social settings
• Facilitate communication between participants, staff, and instructors
• Adapt communication style to meet the practical, social, and programmatic needs of participants
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all settings
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure smooth, inclusive program delivery

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to present information with accuracy, clarity, and appropriate vocabulary without misrepresentation or confusion
• Fluent expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language
• Ability to work with diverse age groups and abilities
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work in a variety of recreation-based environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing sign language support in educational, recreational, or community settings
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and inclusive practices
• Relevant certifications or training (e.g., RID, BEI, state licensure), if applicable

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work Hours:

• After-school hours, evenings, weekends, and/or daytime hours
• Schedule varies by program and location

Working Conditions/Environment

• Work may be indoors or outdoors

Supplemental information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.