Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Community Support Provider I (CSP I) with proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) to join our team. In this role, you will be a vital part of empowering individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and other disabilities to achieve greater independence and quality of life. Your enthusiasm and compassionate approach will help foster a supportive environment where clients can thrive through personalized care, skill development, and community engagement. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while working in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.
Duties
- Manage an assigned caseload and provide individualized support
- Build positive, supportive relationships with clients
- Participate in developing and implementing Individual Recovery Plans
- Provide crisis intervention and stabilization support
- Educate and collaborate with families and support networks
- Conduct individual interventions to build coping, social, and daily living skills
- Support clients in symptom self‑monitoring and self‑management
- Assist clients in increasing social support and reducing stressors
- Develop strategies to prevent hospitalization
- Facilitate group activities in the community and agency
- Accompany clients to medical and psychiatric appointments
- Engage and support “hard‑to‑engage” clients
- Participate in the on‑call rotation as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective during crises
- Team‑oriented with strong collaboration skills
- Strong organizational and documentation abilities
- Basic computer proficiency
- Effective time‑management and multitasking skills
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- OR BA in psychology, social work, deaf studies, or related field
- OR at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Experience working with Deaf individuals or in residential settings preferred
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
Why Join Deaf‑REACH?
- Mission‑driven, community‑focused environment
- Opportunities to grow within behavioral health services
- Work that directly impacts the lives of Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing adults
Deaf‑REACH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing candidates to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification.
Pay: $18.50 - $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you fluent in ASL(American Sign Language? If not, please don't apply
Language:
- American Sign Language (Required)
Work Location: In person
