What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUPPORT SERVICES PROFESSIONAL position at PeopleInc?
Hourly Pay Range: $16.00-$17.50
Performs Advocacy-related duties for People Inc. and our Deaf, Hard of Hearing services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advocate for the rights of people served within our Deaf, Deaf Blind, Hard of Hearing services.
- Provide opportunities for people within our Deaf, Hard of Hearing services to express their views & feelings on issues relating to their lives.
- Assist with Housing registration, Benefit registrations (Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP), Social Security Administration (SSA).
- Maintain contact with Advocates; & keep them informed on important issues (special events, political and agency policies) via social media (Facebook, monthly events calendars, Internet & Intranet – Advocacy website)
- Attend Advocacy department meetings.
- Attend and participate in Advocacy-related special events for persons within our deaf services.
- Maintain accurate records for work (time-cards, mileage, a daily/monthly work calendar)
- Possess awareness of local transportation systems (City bus & rail, Uber, Lyft, Amtrak, Greyhound)
- Access and respond to email/phone messages
- Other duties as assigned and needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma/GED preferred
- 1 year of experience working with people who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing or have hearing loss preferred
- Experience advocating for oneself and others preferred
- Knowledge of current issues (policies & procedures) affecting people within the Deaf, Deaf Blind and hard of hearing communities.
- Good communication & listening skills.
- Knowledge of basic office equipment: computer, phone, copier, & fax machine
- Working knowledge of computers and various software programs
- Good organizational and preparation skills
- Knowledge or skills using American Sign Language.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Salary : $16 - $18