1. Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc.
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Looking for individuals that enjoy motivating and teaching others with an infectious "can do" attitude. Does this describe you? Then come work with us. Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA) is a growing nonprofit organization that promotes the independence of people who are deaf or hard of hearing through communication, connection, and community supports. Our service area is the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
 

Supported Employment Lead for the Eastern Shore - Full Time

Needed for the nine (9) Counties of Maryland's Eastern Shore locations.

Responsibilities: Lead will oversee Job Coaches and Employment Specialists providing Employment Services with a caseload of 10 individuals; Assist individuals with disabilities that have been referred by Maryland Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) to prepare for and obtain meaningful employment which may include various levels of hearing loss.  Responsibilities  include teaching, advising and motivating individuals to develop resumes, set employment goals, assess job skills, prepare for interviews, employee and  employer  relationships, work ethics and communication for successful  employment outcomes throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Additionally, the Lead will ensure billing is submitted in time frame allotted; Work directly with other team members to ensure  appropriate employment services are accessed; Fills out DORS and other  required paperwork and records necessary to support the Agency and clients’ activities and services and reaches out to the community by meeting with hiring managers and other personnel at different prospective local places of employment.

  Qualifications: Fluency in ASL, or willingness to learn. High School    Diploma, GED or equivalent required. One-year related experience preferred. ACRE and CESP certification preferred or willingness to obtain.  Ability to teach, advise, and motivate people. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required with no more than 2 points  and must agree to background check.

 

Benefits: Full-time position benefits offered are 100% Employer contribution for medical, dental & disability insurance; low cost employee vision, life insurance; 401k plan with Employer match up to $1,000, AFLAC; 11 paid holidays, vacation & sick days; 80%  employer contribution for dependent medical and 75% for dependent dental and much more. Starting hourly wage is $19 base upon experience. Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application.

Independent Living Advisors - Part Time

Needed for Frederick, Maryland locations. An Independent Living Advisor (ILA) provides support, guidance, and role modeling while supporting the daily activities of individuals served. Services are individualized according to the needs of each individual which are provided in their homes and out in the community so that they have independence in the community to lead full and happy lives. Assistance areas include—but are not limited to—personal hygiene, medication administration, advocacy, communication facilitation, money management, household management and much more. Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; one-year related experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible, able to work some evenings, overnights and weekends as well as work within a team approach environment. Need to have the ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required, as well as a clean background check. Benefits: Full-time position benefits offered are 100% Employer contribution for medical, dental & disability insurance; low cost employee vision, life insurance; 401k plan with Employer match up to $1,000, AFLAC; 11 paid holidays, vacation & sick days; 80%  employer contribution for dependent medical and 75% for dependent dental and much more. Part-time position has limited benefits. Starting hourly wage is $16 base upon experience. Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume Attention: Ashley Bowser and/or complete online application.
 

Independent Living Advisors - Full & Part Time

Needed for Salisbury, Maryland locations. An Independent Living Advisor (ILA) provides support, guidance, and role modeling while supporting the daily activities of individuals served. Services are individualized according to the needs of each individual which are provided in their homes and out in the community so that they have independence in the community to lead full and happy lives. Assistance areas include—but are not limited to—personal hygiene, medication administration, advocacy, communication facilitation, money management, household management and much more. Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; one-year related experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible, able to work some evenings, overnights and weekends as well as work within a team approach environment. Need to have the ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required, as well as a clean background check. Fluency in ASL preferred; but willing to train the right person. Benefits: Full-time position benefits offered are 100% Employer contribution for medical, dental & disability insurance; low cost employee vision, life insurance; 401k plan with Employer match up to $1,000, AFLAC; 11 paid holidays, vacation & sick days; 80%  employer contribution for dependent medical and 75% for dependent dental and much more. Part-time position has limited benefits. Starting hourly wage is $16 base upon experience. Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application.
   

Certified Nursing Assistants - Part Time

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)  provides support, guidance and role modeling while supporting daily activities of individuals served who receive comprehensive and personalized care they need.  Services are individualized according to the needs of each individual which are provided in their homes and out in the community so that they have independence in the community to lead full and happy lives.  Assistance areas range from but are not limited to monitoring vitals and behavior and reporting them to the Registered Nurse, personal hygiene, medication administration, advocacy, communication facilitation, money management, household management and much more. 

 

Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; CNA certification required plus one year CNA experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible, able to work some evenings, awake overnights and weekends as well as work within a team approach environment. Need to have the ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and good driving record required, as well as clean background check.      Fluency in ASL, preferred; but willing to train the right person.  

 

Benefits: Full time position benefits: 100% employer contribution to  medical  & dental;  low cost employee vision, life insurance, retirement with a match up to $1,000; 11 paid holidays; vacation & sick days, disability insurance, 80% employer contribution for dependent medical and  75% for dependent dental and much more.  Part time position has limited benefits as outlined in the Agency Policy Manual.  Position classification is non exempt and rate of pay determined upon hire. Minimum starting wage is $16.00 per hour.

 

 

Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application.

Contractual Sign Language Interpreters and Certified Deaf Interpreters

Qualified American Sign Language Interpreters to interpret for deaf or hard-of-hearing consumers in a variety of settings using American Sign Language (ASL) and other lesser known coding/sign languages to English, and back. Assignments will be located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Delaware and possibly Virginia. RID certification preferred but not necessary. One year of full time experience equivalent to interpreting for various levels of communication skills. Must be sufficient to demonstrate: knowledge of English, American Sign Language (ASL), knowledge of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Ethics plus effective written and oral communication skills. Applicants must show proof of certification or equivalent and position may require long periods of concentration and standing for periods of a time. Daytime availability is a plus. Hours vary from week to week and must adhere to strict confidentiality. Classification: Contractual, rate of pay will be discussed with qualified applicants Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and salary requirement.
Download the PDF version of the DILA Employment Application. Can only be viewed, printed and filled in by hand. Fax or Mail a Letter of Interest (which position are you applying for), the DILA Employment Application and your resume to the address below: DILA ATTN: Human Resources 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, MD 21804 Fax: 410-543-4874 HR@dila.org Or, fill out our online employment application by clicking here.