ADAPT Community Network is hiring: Community Specialist|Communication/ASL in New

Description:

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for planning and teaching Communication Activities and facilitating participation in community opportunities in accordance to the needs and preferences of individuals served.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Community Specialist - Communication will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Creates lesson plans and conducts communication classes at day program sites and in the community.

• Orders and maintains supplies.

• Assists programs in organizing staffing, transportation and logistics for community based activities.

• Creates compelling and attractive flyers to advertise upcoming opportunities.

• Develops and implements communication curriculum that encourages participation by individuals of all ability levels.

• Works with other specialists to facilitate participation in activities for persons served who communicate with American Sign Language (ASL) or other adaptive methods.

• Interprets for persons served and staff members who communicate with ASL as needed.

• Identifies deaf community organizations to collaborate with, and maintains communication for the purposes of assisting ASL users to take part in activities.

• Provides training to staff and community members in ASL and other alternate communication methods.

• Implements universal precautions at all times.

• Participates in in-service training programs as requested.

• Provides supervision and guidance to Direct Support Professionals during communication activities and community events.

• Keeps abreast of changes in the field.

• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

• Fluency in American Sign Language

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent organization skills and ability to meet deadlines

• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software

• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, individuals served, employees, parents and outside contacts

• Ability and willingness to adjust work schedule to attend and facilitate events that occur outside of regular business hours

• Ability and willingness to travel to various program sites

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Certification in ASL Interpreting preferred.

• At least six months experience with persons with disabilities.

COMPENSATION: $25 - 27.75 hourly + Industry Leading Benefits

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Requirements:

Degree or certificate in American Sign Language Interpretation. Ability and willingness to work at multiple locations including some evening and weekend hours.