Deaf & Hard of Hearing Specialist

Redwood Coast Regional Center is currently recruiting for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist develops and facilitates services and supports that meet the needs and interests of the persons served by the Center who are deaf and hard of hearing. The position provides on-going short and long-term resource needs assessments for deaf and hard-of-hearing resources. Participates in activities within the Center’s catchment area to support Lanterman and the provider community in creating integrated opportunities for the people who are deaf or hard of hearing. This position supports the Public Relations for the catchment area; promoting RCRC services via social media platforms and outreach events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from any accredited college or university in social welfare, psychology, public health, special education, or other related field.
• 2+ years of paid relevant experience with supporting people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Regional center experience as a Service Coordinator or similar case-carrying position serving persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities is preferred.
  
  

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, long-term disability and retirement through CalPERS.
  
  

Other Details

• You must submit a resume, cover letter and application. Please visit our website www.redwoodcoastrc.org for more information and to download our application.
• Incomplete application packets will not be considered for an interview.
  
  

About Redwood Coast Regional Center

Redwood Coast Regional Center is one of 21 regional centers that have been established throughout California. Regional centers came into being through State legislation, sponsored by Assemblyman Frank D. Lanterman and others, in answer to the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Regional centers are legislatively mandated, are voluntary, and are available throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regional centers also provide services to prevent or lessen the impact of developmental disabilities.