Job Opportunities
At Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (D&HHS), our mission is to provide equal communication access, education and advocacy to the Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing in their pursuit of all life’s opportunities. We have a dynamic team of individuals helping provide the West Michigan community with various services including excellent youth programming, advocacy, hearing assistive technology, certified interpreters, workshops, American Sign Language classes, and more.
Join our team in furthering our mission! To apply for a position, please email a resume and cover letter to Deb Atwood at datwood@deafhhs.org
Available Positions
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Tuesday Group Coordinator
Part-Time Contracted Position
Primary Responsibilities:
- Providing leadership, support and guidance to a group of Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing adults living with additional support needs.
- Facilitating group sessions to create a safe, inclusive and therapeutic environment.
- Utilize a combination of communication strategies, including sign language and other appropriate methods, to support participants emotional and mental health.
Additional responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Provide education to participants regarding coping strategies, abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable the group to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of life, relationships and personal development.
- Design and deliver skills training that covers a wide range of essential areas, but not limited to budgeting, time management, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
- Develop and maintain monthly calendars outlining all activities, meals, and off-site events
Pay: Commensurate with Experience
Additional Information:
- Schedule – Scheduled hours are every Tuesday from 10 AM to 2 PM, unless it falls on a holiday or a previously arranged day off.
- Duties will be performed in-office, remote, and off-site settings.
- Must be willing and able to travel to the main office and various off-site locations as needed.
- Computer and programs relevant to the position particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Strong cultural competence in working with the Deaf community
- Strong communication skills with fluency in ASL.
American Sign Language Teacher
Part-Time Contracted Position
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach from provided ASL curriculum for students of all proficiency levels.
- Follow curriculum that incorporates cultural and linguistic aspects of ASL.
- Provide individual instruction when needed before and after class and feedbackto students
Supervision Received
Community Education Coordinator
Additional Information
- Schedule – Evening shift for classes – tutoring is dependent on student and teachers’ availability.
- Expected Hours – 3 – 6 per week depending on availability.
- Work Location – In person or online.