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ARES Advocate (New Bedford)

The ARES Advocate provides direct services to adults who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Services include peer counseling, advocacy, skills training, outreach, information and referral, awareness training, and technical assistance to consumers and the general public.

Apply now

Job highlights

Location: 
New Bedford, MA
Department: 
ARES
Employment Status: 
Full-Time

Career at deaf, inc.

ARES Advocate (New Bedford)

The ARES Advocate provides direct services to adults who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Services include peer counseling, advocacy, skills training, outreach, information and referral, awareness training, and technical assistance to consumers and the general public.

Apply now

Job highlights

Location: 
New Bedford, MA
Department: 
ARES
Employment Status: 
Full-Time

Career at deaf, inc.

ARES Advocate (New Bedford)

The ARES Advocate provides direct services to adults who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Services include peer counseling, advocacy, skills training, outreach, information and referral, awareness training, and technical assistance to consumers and the general public.

Apply now

Job highlights

Location: 
New Bedford, MA
Department: 
ARES
Employment Status: 
Full-Time

Career at deaf, inc.

ARES Advocate (New Bedford)

The ARES Advocate provides direct services to adults who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Services include peer counseling, advocacy, skills training, outreach, information and referral, awareness training, and technical assistance to consumers and the general public.

Apply now

Job highlights

Location: 
New Bedford, MA
Department: 
ARES
Employment Status: 
Full-Time

The ARES Advocate provides services to adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English. Services include supporting consumers in achieving self-determined goals, building skills and knowledge for success, and increasing awareness, information, and access in the community. This role will serve Southeast & Cape Cod and Islands Regions.

The ideal candidate is:

  • A professional who is a self-starter who emboldens others
  • Fluent in spoken/written English; willing to learn and use other communication modes (ASL, visual gestures)
  • Able to follow a hybrid work schedule

Benefits:

  • Eligible for dental and health insurance on the first day of employment (DEAF, Inc. pay 85%, employee pay 15%)
  • Paid vacation time (12 days), sick time (10 days), and personal time (2 days) for first year; increases each year
  • Paid holidays (13 days) and a paid holiday break at the end of December
  • Employee Assistance Program, 401k, and short/long-term disability insurance

To Apply: send updated resume, cover letter, and list of 3 current professional references to Ann Thompson, HR/Administrative Coordinator, athompson@deafincma.org or apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs.

DEAF, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened persons, BIPOC, LGBTQ, immigrants, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons with various cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree related to deafness, human services, or a related field, or 2 years of related experience working with adults with hearing loss
  • Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Working knowledge of topics such as assistive technology,  housing, budgeting, public benefits, immigration, health care, emergency preparedness, transportation, and conflict resolution preferred
  • Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism

Key Duties:

  • Manage a caseload of adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English
  • Provide direct services including skills training, advocacy, peer counseling, and information and referral
  • Conduct intake assessments; develop written service plans that delineate advocacy and skills training goals
  • Document detailed consumer progress and all services provided, maintain updated consumer files, and complete reports, in a timely manner
  • Advocate for effective communication and access for consumers working with other providers
  • Promote awareness of DEAF, Inc. services and provide training/workshops

The ARES Advocate provides services to adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English. Services include supporting consumers in achieving self-determined goals, building skills and knowledge for success, and increasing awareness, information, and access in the community. This role will serve Southeast & Cape Cod and Islands Regions.

The ideal candidate is:

  • A professional who is a self-starter who emboldens others
  • Fluent in spoken/written English; willing to learn and use other communication modes (ASL, visual gestures)
  • Able to follow a hybrid work schedule

Benefits:

  • Eligible for dental and health insurance on the first day of employment (DEAF, Inc. pay 85%, employee pay 15%)
  • Paid vacation time (12 days), sick time (10 days), and personal time (2 days) for first year; increases each year
  • Paid holidays (13 days) and a paid holiday break at the end of December
  • Employee Assistance Program, 401k, and short/long-term disability insurance

To Apply: send updated resume, cover letter, and list of 3 current professional references to Ann Thompson, HR/Administrative Coordinator, athompson@deafincma.org or apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs.

DEAF, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened persons, BIPOC, LGBTQ, immigrants, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons with various cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree related to deafness, human services, or a related field, or 2 years of related experience working with adults with hearing loss
  • Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Working knowledge of topics such as assistive technology,  housing, budgeting, public benefits, immigration, health care, emergency preparedness, transportation, and conflict resolution preferred
  • Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism

Key Duties:

  • Manage a caseload of adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English
  • Provide direct services including skills training, advocacy, peer counseling, and information and referral
  • Conduct intake assessments; develop written service plans that delineate advocacy and skills training goals
  • Document detailed consumer progress and all services provided, maintain updated consumer files, and complete reports, in a timely manner
  • Advocate for effective communication and access for consumers working with other providers
  • Promote awareness of DEAF, Inc. services and provide training/workshops

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The ARES Advocate provides services to adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English. Services include supporting consumers in achieving self-determined goals, building skills and knowledge for success, and increasing awareness, information, and access in the community. This role will serve Southeast & Cape Cod and Islands Regions.

The ideal candidate is:

  • A professional who is a self-starter who emboldens others
  • Fluent in spoken/written English; willing to learn and use other communication modes (ASL, visual gestures)
  • Able to follow a hybrid work schedule

Benefits:

  • Eligible for dental and health insurance on the first day of employment (DEAF, Inc. pay 85%, employee pay 15%)
  • Paid vacation time (12 days), sick time (10 days), and personal time (2 days) for first year; increases each year
  • Paid holidays (13 days) and a paid holiday break at the end of December
  • Employee Assistance Program, 401k, and short/long-term disability insurance

To Apply: send updated resume, cover letter, and list of 3 current professional references to Ann Thompson, HR/Administrative Coordinator, athompson@deafincma.org or apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs.

DEAF, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened persons, BIPOC, LGBTQ, immigrants, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons with various cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree related to deafness, human services, or a related field, or 2 years of related experience working with adults with hearing loss
  • Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Working knowledge of topics such as assistive technology,  housing, budgeting, public benefits, immigration, health care, emergency preparedness, transportation, and conflict resolution preferred
  • Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism

Key Duties:

  • Manage a caseload of adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English
  • Provide direct services including skills training, advocacy, peer counseling, and information and referral
  • Conduct intake assessments; develop written service plans that delineate advocacy and skills training goals
  • Document detailed consumer progress and all services provided, maintain updated consumer files, and complete reports, in a timely manner
  • Advocate for effective communication and access for consumers working with other providers
  • Promote awareness of DEAF, Inc. services and provide training/workshops

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The ARES Advocate provides services to adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English. Services include supporting consumers in achieving self-determined goals, building skills and knowledge for success, and increasing awareness, information, and access in the community. This role will serve Southeast & Cape Cod and Islands Regions.

The ideal candidate is:

  • A professional who is a self-starter who emboldens others
  • Fluent in spoken/written English; willing to learn and use other communication modes (ASL, visual gestures)
  • Able to follow a hybrid work schedule

Benefits:

  • Eligible for dental and health insurance on the first day of employment (DEAF, Inc. pay 85%, employee pay 15%)
  • Paid vacation time (12 days), sick time (10 days), and personal time (2 days) for first year; increases each year
  • Paid holidays (13 days) and a paid holiday break at the end of December
  • Employee Assistance Program, 401k, and short/long-term disability insurance

To Apply: send updated resume, cover letter, and list of 3 current professional references to Ann Thompson, HR/Administrative Coordinator, athompson@deafincma.org or apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs.

DEAF, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened persons, BIPOC, LGBTQ, immigrants, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons with various cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

  • Degree related to deafness, human services, or a related field, or 2 years of related experience working with adults with hearing loss
  • Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Working knowledge of topics such as assistive technology,  housing, budgeting, public benefits, immigration, health care, emergency preparedness, transportation, and conflict resolution preferred
  • Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism

Key Duties:

  • Manage a caseload of adults with hearing loss who communicate in Spoken English
  • Provide direct services including skills training, advocacy, peer counseling, and information and referral
  • Conduct intake assessments; develop written service plans that delineate advocacy and skills training goals
  • Document detailed consumer progress and all services provided, maintain updated consumer files, and complete reports, in a timely manner
  • Advocate for effective communication and access for consumers working with other providers
  • Promote awareness of DEAF, Inc. services and provide training/workshops

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How to Apply

To apply for a position, click below to fill out the job application form, and upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 work-related reference letters.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources.

How to Apply

To apply for a position, click below to fill out the job application form, and upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 work-related reference letters.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources.

How to Apply

To apply for a position, click below to fill out the job application form, and upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 work-related reference letters.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources.

How to Apply

To apply for a position, click below to fill out the job application form, and upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 work-related reference letters.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources.