Employment Specialist/American Sign Language - Maplewood, United States - Easterseals New Jersey

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Employment Specialist/American Sign Language (ASL)Northern New Jersey Region(Sussex, Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Warren and Hudson counties)

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• 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?

Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Hybrid position, work both remotely and on job sites in Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, Camden, Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May counties (standard mileage rates reimbursed or use of company car)
• 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 provide 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.

Easterseals New Jersey offers a great benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Flexible Spending Accounts for full-time/35+ hours per week and part-time/ 30+ hours per week employees
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development Plan to Obtain RID (Registry Interpreters for the Deaf) Certification

About UsEasterseals 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

About Easterseals New Jersey:

About UsEasterseals 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.