Job Details
Job Location
LH Seattle – Seattle, WA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
2 Year Degree
Salary Range
$19.28 – $28.92 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit – Social Services
Description
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.
We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.
We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team based out of Seattle, WA as an Employment Advocate ! This is a job coaching role that has a direct impact on our team members’ work lives at The LighthouseThis position is based in our Employment and Community Services (ECS) department, which is a human services department unique to The LighthouseThis is an ideal role for someone who has strong communication and coaching skills, has ASL experience/aptitude, and has strong organizational and Microsoft Office skills.
Purpose:
Use creativity and problem-solving skills to assist in fulfilling our county requirements as a service provider for employees. Strengthen independent job related skills with participants. Patiently work alongside people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Increase awareness and advocacy skills while learning from people with disabilities. Demonstrate inclusion into various departments and enhance employability.
Responsibilities:
- Provide vocational and work related coaching in conjuncture with natural employment supports
- Basic knowledge of DVR, DDA, and DSB
- Effectively communicate and build relationships with teammates, participants, caregivers, DDA, and supervisors
- Manage a daily fluctuating schedule and maintain steady attendance
- Empower people with disabilities to reach their potential and learn new job skills
- Keep documentation and reports up to date and on time
- Ensure safe working environment
- Advocate equity for all participants in their work environment
- Support creation of new job skills/tasks throughout Seattle location
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- AA or BA in Special Education, Rehabilitation or related field and/or equivalent job knowledge and experience OR
- Two or more years of experience working with adults who have a developmental disability
- ASL level 6 (preferred)
- Ability to modify communication styles to better serve participants’ understanding
- Demonstrated skills in documentation, communication, report writing
- Demonstrate minimum of intermediate computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, and online reporting systems
- Demonstrated ability to maintain regular attendance and work in a team
- Ability to lift 20 pounds
- Ability to spend the majority of time standing and walking
- Ability to provide sighted human guide to individuals
Company benefits may include:
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Medical, Dental, and vision plans
- Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Leave for Service Animal Training
- Focus on Upward Mobility
- Inclusive and Supportive Team Environment
Please note: Under the AbilityOne Program, The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. gives hiring preference to individuals who are legally blind. Any decision to disclose a disability by an applicant related to the hiring preference is completely voluntary. Requesting such information is also a part of our affirmative action efforts. Information that is disclosed will remain confidential. Also, your decision not to disclose disability status will not have a negative impact in the hiring process.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.