Direct Support Professional (Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Program)

The Direct Support Professional (Deaf/HH/DB Program) will directly support in the provision of Leadership, Engagement, and Advocacy for Deaf Empowerment and Resilience. This role is responsible for providing direct support/care to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind residents.

This may include: Taking residents out into the community for recreation and/or social events, medical appointments, shopping; Coaching residents in the area of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (i.e. cooking, cleaning, proper hygiene); Ensuring the safety and well-being of each resident; Completing documentation on a consistent and timely basis

Required Qualifications/Skills/Training: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation High school diploma, or equivalent Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)motivated and willingness to learn Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

**Specific trainings will be provided as required

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting
• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) 
• Motivated and willingness to learn
• Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications
• Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently