Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Supervisor

About the role

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Supervisor at San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) plays a crucial role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities who are deaf or hard of hearing. Reporting to the Federal Program and Special Projects Manager, this position focuses on coordinating deaf service resources, providing training and expertise to regional center staff, and collaborating with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) on statewide efforts.

Responsibilities

• Supports Service Coordinators with identified DHOH individuals on their caseload.
• Provides consultation for service needs on DHOH cases, including supporting IPP meetings, finding community supports/services, assessments, and communication devices and technology needs.
• Engages in community outreach and education, including creating conferences and seminars.
• Participates in DHOH workgroups and similar statewide DHOH committees.
• Identifies and partners with generic agencies which provide services for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing, advocating for these services to be available to, and/or adapted for, regional center individuals.
• Collaborates with vendors and other entities which specialize in needed services to expand the pool of available resources.
• Supports the community services department in identifying resources and support case management by evaluating supports for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing.
• Assesses the deaf and hard of hearing community’s unmet needs and acts as the point person on resource development for services and support.
• Participates in statewide collaboration efforts with staff members in similar positions at other regional centers, along with DDS’s Deaf Access Specialist, to identify best practices, strategies, and resource development.
• Supports the engagement of appropriate services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
• Evaluates the quality of skills and effectiveness of ASL interpreters.
• Supports the SC’s in developing a comprehensive communication plan for the individual using a person-centered approach.
• Affords assistance in recruiting and interviewing qualified ASL interpreters and real-time closed-captioning.
• Prepares and provides information regarding deaf and hard of hearing accommodations for materials.
• Might visit individuals in their homes and day programs as requested by the IDT. Assists in the evaluation and securing of supports needed for the deaf and hard of hearing individuals with a developmental disability.

Requirements

• Completion of a Master's Degree preferred in public administration, business administration, psychology, criminal justice, social work or a related field. Two years’ experience after graduation in the field of developmental disabilities including some experience in the area of program evaluation.
• Or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and four years’ experience working in the field of or similar to that of developmental disabilities.
• Minimum qualifications may be waived depending on the agency need for specialized skills (such as language abilities).
• Two years’ experience with the deaf and hard of hearing community or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fluency in American Sign Language required.

Skills

• Communicate effectively in person, on the telephone and in writing.
• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities.
• Use initiative and sound, independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Consult with vendors, prospective vendors, and community agencies regarding program development and standards.
• Evaluate the quality of programs which serve people who are deaf or hard of hearing and who have developmental disabilities.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents. Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

You'll also enjoy:

• Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year
• Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays!
• Life insurance, with options for additional coverage
• Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals
• We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience.