We’re hiring an Orientation & Mobility Specialist!
Current job openings
At The League, we believe that people with disabilities are the experts and have a unique understanding of the issues facing the consumers we serve. As a result, a majority of our staff are qualified people with disabilities. We also believe that our staff should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. As such, The League is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Qualified people with disabilities are always encouraged to apply
DeafLink Bridge Program Residency Fall 2024 Applications Open
Are you a recent graduate who feels like you need more support as you start working in the field? Did COVID-19 impact your ability to learn ASL over the last few years? Did you get a degree but are now doing something else and want to get back into the field? Are you looking for a steady income while you are paid to develop your skills? This may be the opportunity for you!
The Bridge Program Residency is a 6 to 10 month, paid opportunity to grow your skills in a supported environment. This is a temporary, full-time position while you focus on growing your skills through mentorship and training. Deadline for applications is July 15, 2024.
Prerequisite:
- Preferred graduation from a 4-year ITP (2-year ITP grads are encouraged to apply)
- Equipment for VRI (Laptop/desktop/tablet)
- Flexible schedule (assignments include occasional pager coverage and occasional nights and weekends work)
- Great attitude
- Professionalism (mastery of soft skills)
- Preferred: Passed the written EIPA and/or the RID written test (not required)
- Willing to relocate to the Fort Wayne area.
Duties:
- Working 38 hours per week, as assigned. (hours will vary according to agency needs)
- Accepting work that is equal to skill level.
- Accepting challenging work with a mentor or team
- Working with staff in a mentor/mentee role
- Assisting with general agency duties/cross-training
- Attending professional development activities
- Attending/working Deaf events
Perks:
Full-time pay, mentorship, and testing fees are paid for either the RID or EIPA upon the successful completion of the program.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, link to website (if you have one), and letter of recommendation from an ITP professor to Director of DeafLink Karen Horvath karenh@the-league.org.
Sign Language Interpreter
The person in this position will provide American Sign Language interpreting in the community in person and via VRI that include medical, educational, business, and government settings.
Contract positions available.
Personal Care Attendant
This position helps older adults and person with disabilities who have physical needs remain in their own home and carry out functions of daily living, self-care and mobility by providing hands-on, non-medical personal care assistance in accordance with a personalized Consumer Care Plan. Training will be provided.
Why Join Our Team?
By joining The League in a full-time role – a company on a mission to empower people with disabilities to achieve their potential – you become part of an extraordinary team full of possibilities. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes $1.00/pp Health Insurance (only $26.00 a year), a $3,015.00 HRA fund for out-of-pocket expenses, free dental, free long-term disability insurance, and free group life insurance. We also offer additional benefits such as vision, voluntary life insurance, critical illness and accidental illness insurance. Start participating in retirement investments on day 1 and after two Decembers, the company will contribute 4.5% of your income into a Simplified Employer Plan. Generous holiday schedule, vacation, PTO, and sick time. Professional and personal development trainings are also provided. Apply now and be a part of our team that is dedicated to making a difference.
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