TN DeafBlind Employment Specialist: Impact & Support

Helen Keller Services (HKS); Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

4 weeks' paid vacation annually

Paid personal and sick time

11 Paid Holidays Off

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

403b Program w/Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Career Advancement opportunities

Professional Development

Job summary

Helen Keller Services (HKS) seeks a DeafBlind Employment Specialist to provide one-on-one and group employment-focused services in the Southeast region, based in Tennessee. You will work with consumers, families, and local partners to achieve competitive employment outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with VR agencies, development of IPEs, and outreach to educate stakeholders about HKNC programs and services. A bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, special education or a closely related degree with three to five years of experience.
• Basic computer proficiency required including FileMaker Pro, Outlook, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Certification in good standing with emphasis in employment services (ACRE and/or CESP) preferred.
• Familiarity with the designated state’s Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services Agencies.
• Fluency in communication methods used by people who are DeafBlind (ASL and sign language in English word order).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group-based employment-focused direct services to consumers in the designated state.
• Collaborate with local service providers and community partners to implement IPE.
• Assist with outreach to educate VR personnel about HKNC programs and services.
• Support consumer transitions back to home communities after on-campus training.
• Coordinate with HKNC Vocational Services to implement best practices in the state/region.

Skills

ASL fluency

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, special education or a closely related degree

Certification in good standing with emphasis in employment services (ACRE and/or CESP)

Tools

FileMaker Pro

Outlook

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Helen Keller Services (HKS) seeks a DeafBlind Employment Specialist to provide one-on-one and group employment-focused services in the Southeast region, based in Tennessee. You will work with consumers, families, and local partners to achieve competitive employment outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with VR agencies, development of IPEs, and outreach to educate stakeholders about HKNC programs and services. A bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications are preferred.