American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Job at Kennedy-Donovan Center, New Bedford, MA

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  • Kennedy-Donovan Center
  • New Bedford, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you fluent in American Sign Language?!

Are you ready to work for a family that values their team members?!

Are you looking for a role with a flexible work schedule?!

About KDC:

At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrives, no matter the circumstances.

About this role:

KDC is looking for a caring Day Habilitation Aide (1:1 service) who is fluent in ASL, and who will work one on one with an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Day Habilitation Aide will assist with the promotion of client growth by providing developmental skills training in the following areas: sensory-motor development, communication development, social development, independent living development, affective development and behavior development, utilizing a multi-disciplinary team-based approach. 

Functional ASL skills is required. 

This position is 20 hours per week. Monday through Friday 9am-1pm.

In this role, you’ll get to:

  • Implement individual and group developmental activities as assigned and supervised by program Director/Lead Aide 
  • Participate in staff, team meetings, group and individual supervision 
  • Assist with transportation of client 
  • Facilitate assessment and development of individual treatment plans and objectives by implementing and documenting individual programs 
  • Maintain upkeep of classroom 
  • Encourage and support individuals
  • Maintain agency standards of confidentiality 
  • Implement teaching strategies for Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals and behavior plans 

We are looking for people who have:

  • High School Diploma or GED. At least one year experience working with intellectually and/or developmentally disabled adults or health care setting.
  • Possess functional ASL knowledge and skills. 
  • Ability to communicate thoughts clearly through written and verbal communication.

The physical requirements for this role: 

  • Frequent movement including but not limited to: kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting, and positioning of students 
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds alone, 51+ pounds with the assistance of another person or with adaptive and specialized equipment 
  • Ability to physically assist individuals as determined by their needs 

KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!

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Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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