Deaf Services Specialist

NC Department of Health and Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in North Carolina is seeking a Casework Associate II for community development and advocacy work. You will lead outreach efforts, train service providers, and provide resources for Deaf consumers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and experience with Deaf communities. This full-time position offers a salary range of $34,270 – $59,973.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the program from an accredited institution.
• Two years of related work experience with the client population.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding Deaf and Deaf Blind individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead community development and public outreach at the DSDHH Wilmington Regional Center.
• Train Deaf consumers and service providers on various topics.
• Advocate for Deaf individuals in various daily matters.

Skills

Experience with Deaf and Deaf Blind communities

Public presentation skills

Knowledge of ADA laws

Basic skills in American Sign Language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‐being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Job Classification Title

Casework Associate II (S)

Position Number

60043274

Grade

NC06

Description Of Work

• Lead community development, advocacy, public outreach and awareness, and training at the DSDHH Wilmington Regional Center.
• Train Deaf consumers, service providers, and agencies on special topics including ADA laws, self‑advocacy, education issues, and mental health services.
• Develop and maintain a collection of resources and materials on videotapes, information, books, and materials on ADA, social services, sign language, Deaf culture, etc.
• Serve as consultant to agencies and provide resources and assistance to Deaf consumers.
• Maintain public relations by writing articles, serving on Deaf advisory groups and task forces, and representing the interests and needs of the Deaf population in Wilmington.
• Advocate for Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf Blind individuals in all matters of daily life such as employment, law, medicine and education, and assist individuals in achieving success in these fields.
• Provide awareness and sensitivity training to related service providers so they can accommodate and meet the needs of the Deaf community.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities / Management Preferences

• Previous experience in social and cultural activities with the Deaf and Deaf Blind and/or elderly population.
• Profound appreciation of communication and psychological challenges faced by Deaf and Deaf Blind individuals.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, programs and services relating to Deaf and Deaf Blind North Carolinians.
• Effective public presentation ability and commitment to communicate effectively with Deaf and Deaf Blind people.
• Basic knowledge/skills in American Sign Language.

Salary Range: $34,270 – $59,973
Recruitment Range: $34,270 – $55,620

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related work experience with the client population; or Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in a related programmatic area providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Application Process

1. Provide comprehensive information in Education, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses sections of the application.
2. Answer all supplemental questions and support them with relevant experience in the Work Experience section.
3. Only the most recent application submitted prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
4. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check; “Positions of Trust” require a background check.
5. For status updates, log in to your account and check the application status after the closing date.
6. Submit transcripts and degree evaluations through the application; use the NACES membership website if credential evaluation is needed.

Recruiter

Edward Raube

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Government Administration