DEAF ACTION CENTER
Serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Since 1977
Job Vacancy Notice
Deafness Resource Specialist
Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:
Seeking a Deafness Resource Specialist to serve Health and Human Service
Region 3B (Fort Worth). The successful candidate will have the
knowledge-base and communication ability to work with persons who are deaf,
hard of hearing and late deafened in the areas of advocacy, self-empowerment
and sensitivity training, as well as with Federal and State mandates on
equal access to services, including education and employment. In many
instances, Specialists work as liaisons between consumers and service
providers on appropriate service provision.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* High School Diploma, some College Preferred,
* Basic knowledge of the communication needs of persons who are deaf or hard
of hearing
* Knowledge of the American with Disabilities Act, IDEA, and 504
* Public Speaking Experience and Ability
* Fluent in American Sign Language
* Good skills in relating one on one with clients and others
* Reliable Transportation
To apply, please submit a resume by December 31, 2009 to:
Angela Fisher
Deaf Action Center
3115 Crestview Drive
Dallas, Texas 75235
Email: [email protected]
Funded by DARS Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services