ASL Direct Support Professional
Company Overview
We are a mission-driven human services organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live meaningful, self-directed lives in their communities. Our team is diverse, collaborative, and united by a shared commitment to dignity, inclusion, and respect.
We value American Sign Language (ASL) as a primary mode of communication for many of the people we support and for members of our team. Whether you are hearing or deaf/hard of hearing, your ASL skills can have a direct and lasting impact here.
The Opportunity
As an ASL Direct Support Professional, you will do far more than provide daily assistance. You will be a mentor, teacher, guide, and advocate for individuals with I/DD, helping them build independence, confidence, and strong connections in their communities.
This is a hands-on role where you will use ASL every day, support people in real-life situations, and see the impact of your work immediately. If you have experience as a caregiver, home health aide, PCA, CNA, teacher's aide, youth mentor, or in a similar helping role, this is a chance to grow your skills and build a meaningful long-term career.
What You'll Do
- Support individuals with I/DD in their daily lives, using ASL to communicate clearly, respectfully, and consistently.
- Accompany and assist clients with community access, such as errands, social outings, recreational activities, and appointments.
- Provide personal care and assistance with daily living tasks as needed, following individual support plans and safety guidelines.
- Coordinate and support medical and other essential appointments, helping individuals understand information and communicate their needs.
- Encourage and facilitate positive peer interactions, social relationships, and skills-building through structured and informal activities.
What Success Looks Like
- Within your first few months, you build trusting, respectful relationships with the individuals you support, consistently using ASL and person-centered practices.
- Clients you work with increase their participation in community activities, social events, or recreational programs that reflect their interests and goals.
- Daily routines, personal care, and appointments run smoothly, with accurate documentation and effective communication with your team and supervisors.
- You actively contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment by sharing observations, problem-solving challenges, and collaborating to improve support plans.
What We're Looking For
- Ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL); open to both hearing and deaf/hard of hearing candidates.
- Good judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to stay calm, patient, and compassionate in a variety of situations.
- Strong communication and team collaboration abilities, including giving and receiving feedback and following established protocols.
- A passion for helping others, a willingness to learn and grow, and reliability in meeting commitments, including transportation and schedule needs.
Benefits
- Benefits for full-time positions, including health insurance, flexible schedules, and opportunities for ongoing training and development
- Full-time and Part-time
- Day shifts with rotating weekends
How to Apply
If you are ready to use your ASL skills and compassion to make a real difference, apply today with your resume and contact information. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace, and we look forward to considering you for our team.