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

Location Feeding Hills, MA

Hours Multiple shifts available; Full-Time, Part-Time & Relief – hours dependent on the needs of the program

Program Residential

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

Required Qualifications, Skills, and 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

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Shift work

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