General Position Description

Fluency in American Sign Language Required

The Early Interventionist is responsible for:

• Providing in-home support to a child with hearing loss and their caregivers
• Teaching functional ASL based on principles of the Routine Based Interview (RBI) in use by Early Intervention, as well as caregiver-specific needed sign language
• Working alongside a clinical consultant through Perspectives Corporation Youth & Family Services department experienced specifically in serving the Deaf community
• Sharing resources related to education, community connections, social supports, and advocacy as they relate to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people
• Sharing their own lived experience, when applicable
• May occasionally work in community settings such as schools or daycares
• Participating in agency activities, serving on committees, and communicating the agency’s values and principles to others.

Minimal Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in early childhood education or similar field OR bachelors degree in non-related field with three years experience working with children OR high school diploma/GED with six years of experience working with children
• Fluency in American Sign Language
• Identify as Deaf or Hard of Hearing OR have lived experience in the Deaf community with deep familiarity with cultural norms and the Deaf experience (ex – Child of Deaf Adults)
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Reliable Transportation / Proof of Auto Insurance
• No more than 2 moving violations within a 3 year period
• Favorable Criminal Background Check and DCYF Clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with Deaf children and their caregivers in early childhood (ages 0-3)
• Knowledge of implementing Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) goals
• Knowledge of language and communication barriers frequently seen in young children with hearing loss and how to support caregivers in navigating these

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• North Kingstown, RI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person