DeafBlind Services Specialist
Core
Empowering DeafBlind individuals by ensuring access to information, technology, community resources, advocacy, and effective communication to enable full community participation.
Role type
DeafBlind Services Specialist (Casework Associate)
Builds
Advocacy support, skill development, support groups, and assistive technology access for DeafBlind consumers and families.
Domain
Human services / Disability support / Assistive technology
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Advocacy, information and referral, skill development, group facilitation, consultation, needs assessment, public education, assistive technology support, travel in rural/urban areas
Preferred skills
Knowledge of ADA and advocacy laws, experience with DeafBlind populations, public presentation skills, knowledge of assistive devices and communication access tools, proficiency in Excel, Word, and databases