Join Our Team! Now Hiring for Part-Time Deaf-Blind Family Engagement Coordinator

Position Title: Part Time Deaf Blind Family Engagement Coordinator

Reports to: Co-Director for the NC Deaf-Blind Project

This is a grant-funded position

JOB DESCRIPTION

PROGRAM

• Provide one-on-one support for families raising children on the Deaf-Blind Census
• Presentations both electronically (webinar) and in person
• Facilitate Person Centered Planning (PCP) Trainings
• Attend IEP meetings with Parents (if appropriate and approved by supervisor)
• Serve on the Deaf-Blind Advisory Committee (Pending Approval)
• Serve as member of the National Family Association for Deaf-Blindness
• Work closely with both the NC Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHHS) and the NC Division of Services for the Blind
• Work closely with East Carolina University – TA for Deaf-Blindness

TECHNOLOGY

• Assist with the Deaf-Blind ECAC website page
• Work with the Co-Director on the Deaf-Blind Fact Card
• Add data into Salesforce within 48 hours of contact
• Post frequently on Deaf/Blind Facebook page

FINANCIAL

Process expense reports

OTHER

• Attending other meetings/trainings as required
• Ability to lift, on occasion, up to 20 pounds
• Other duties as requested by supervisor

EDUCATION

High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years of experience with children who are deaf-blind

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the special education system
• Knowledge of parenting an individual with deaf-blindness
• Experience in advocacy on behalf of families of children who are deaf-blind
• Good communication skills including basic knowledge of sign language and/or braille

Hours: 20 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $16.25 depending on qualification and experience

Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Location: Must be within the state of North Carolina