Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHOH) - Employment Specialist ASL/Southern NJ Counties

Employment Specialist/American Sign Language (ASL)

Southern NJ Counties 

Are you fluent in American Sign Language and passionate about supporting the Deaf and hard-of-hearing population in NJ?

Are you a recent graduate of an Interpreter Training Program looking for directions on how to become a full-time interpreter?

Would you like to practice your skills and develop a plan for RID certification?

Are you CODA, Deaf, or Hard of Hearing and looking to develop a career while supporting the community?

JOIN OUR TEAM OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICE SPECIALISTS

And start your career today!

What’s in it for you?

Easterseals New Jersey offers a great benefits package including a Professional Development Plan to Obtain RID (Registry Interpreters for the Deaf) Certification!

 Check out the rest of our benefits!

• Competitive pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No Cost Life and Accidental Death Insurance 
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Plentiful Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Plan with Match
• Discount Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Time Off Buy-Back
• Paid Medical Leave Time
• Direct Deposit and Payroll Cards
• Access to Electronic Pay Statements
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Paid Orientation & Training
• Recognition Program

Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manage a caseload of Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients seeking employment.

Communicate with clients, supervisors and, stakeholders utilizing American Sign Language as the primary mode of communication.

Provide consumer support in obtaining the skills necessary to obtain competitive employment including but not limited to cover letter and resume building, interview skills, job search functions, employer expectations etc.

Interpret and or arrange interpretation for consumers during job interviews, orientations, staff meetings and essential communication on the job site.

Provide essential information to employers on how to provide reasonable accommodation to Deaf and hard-of-hearing employees.

Act as a bi-cultural liaison on work sites, educating employers and employees on cultural expectations and providing training and support to resolve common barriers to employment

Qualifications & experience:

An Associate degree in Interpreting or a related field or a High School Diploma and 3 years of work experience.

Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)

Must pass state skills assessment conducted by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS)

Knowledge and understanding of Deaf culture and hearing loss, including associated functional limitations/strengths in the working community, and the ability to train individuals with hearing loss on a one-to-one basis using a variety of techniques

Must be able to communicate an understanding of the needs of the business community and have an understanding of job performance assessment

Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

About Us!

Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs, live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so.

Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive differences in people’s lives every day by living our Core Values: RESPECTFULNESS, WARMTH, EXPERTISE

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected category in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office, or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions.

Easterseals NJ offers paid training, 403(b) Retirement Plan and generous Paid Time Off for all employees! To view all benefit information, visit www.enjbenefits.com