Deaf Services Outreach/Educator — $34,500/yr (full time)
The Deaf Services Outreach/Educator outreaches to spread awareness in the Deaf community about SafePlace and domestic and sexual violence. Coordinates and provides training/education on topics to the Deaf community related to healthy relationships and domestic/sexual violence and training on Deaf culture/sensitivity to hearing professionals. Manages online course for ASL interpreters. Lead in managing social media activities to engage the Deaf community. Key role in script writing, recruiting actresses/actors and working closely with a multi-media filming/editing consultant to develop videos to engage the Deaf community. Builds relationships/partnerships with local Deaf community and plans public awareness events related to domestic/sexual violence. Staffs booths at local Deaf events to promote information about SafePlace. Recruits and supervises volunteers and coordinates Advisory Committee. This position is expected to work collaboratively with the Deaf Services team and other hearing staff to achieve program goals.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in adult education, social work, psychology, sociology, women’s studies or related field; requires fluency in American Sign Language and life experience or extensive knowledge of Deaf culture; experience in planning and conducting trainings/presentations; knowledge of the dynamics of domestic and sexual violence; strong relationships within the local Deaf community and leadership skills in gaining Deaf community trust and confidence; excellent organizational skills and ability to manage details and multiple priorities effectively; creativity and strong writing skills a must; some weekend and evening work required; reliable transportation necessary. Prefer experience with Windows Movie Maker and captioning.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply on our website at www.safeplace.org or an applicant can email a cover letter and resume to: [email protected] . and state the position you are applying to.