Direct Support Professional (Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Program) Job at Multicultural Community Services Of The Pioneer Valley, Feeding Hills, MA

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  • Multicultural Community Services Of The Pioneer Valley
  • Feeding Hills, MA

Job Description

Hours: Multiple positions available. Full-Time, Part-Time, & Relief;

varying shift hours dependent on the needs of the program

Responsibilities:

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

● Skills 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

** Concluding successful tenure and expansion of the program, advancement options will be highly considered

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Shift work,

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