Direct Support Professional (Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Program)
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Feeding HillsPart-time
The job in short
Direct support worker for deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind people.
Details
- Found
- 20 d ago · posted 2026-06-26
- Location as listed
- Feeding Hills, MA, MA, US
- Role
- Patient Care / Caregiver
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
LocationFeeding Hills, MA
HoursMultiple shifts available; Full-Time, Part-Time & Relief – hours dependent on the needs of the program
ProgramResidential
Responsibilities
The Direct Support Professional (Deaf/HH/DB Program) will directly support in the provision of Leadership, Engagement, and Advocacy for Deaf Empowerment and Resilience. This role is responsible for providing direct support/care to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind residents.
This may include:● Taking residents out into the community for recreation and/or social events, medical appointments, shopping;● Coaching residents in the area of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (i.e. cooking, cleaning, proper hygiene);● Ensuring the safety and well-being of each resident;● Completing documentation on a consistent and timely basis
Required Qualifications/Skills/Training:● Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation● High school diploma, or equivalent● Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting● Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)●motivated and willingness to learn● Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications● Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals● Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
**Specific trainings will be provided as required
Required Qualifications, Skills, and Training
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind individuals, preferably in a residential or educational setting
• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Motivated and willingness to learn
• Proficiency in written English and competent in computer applications
• Awareness and ability to gain understanding of Deaf culture and working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
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