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.

Driver - Full Time

Needed for Salisbury, Maryland locations.

Driver’s main responsibility is providing transportation for deaf and hard of hearing individuals with other disabilities to and from assigned locations throughout the Eastern Shore utilizing agency owned vehicles.   Drivers are also responsible for keeping vehicles clean,  inspecting vehicles for any damages as well as maintenance issues. Driver will also shuttle vehicles back and forth for repairs and maintenance. Must be able to lift up to at least 50 pounds.  Shifts vary and may include evenings and weekends.   Covers for other drivers when necessary.

 

 Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.  Three to five years of business driving.  Must have valid driver’s license, a clean background check and driving record with no moving violations; must follow all safety guidelines per MVA; fluency in American Sign Language preferred or willingness to learn. Must be approved for coverage on agency insurance policy.

 

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.  Minimum starting wage is $16.00 per hour. Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application. Position open until filled.
 

Employment Support Specialist - Part-Time

Needed for Frederick, Maryland.

Responsibilities: Provide individual and group on-the-job training for   individuals with various levels of hearing & vision loss as well as other diagnoses. This includes teaching and coaching individuals to develop job skills, preparation in interviews and job development, employee and employer  relationships, work ethics, communication for successful employment outcomes. And on-the-job training.

 Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required.  Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) preferred but not required. Excellent people and interpersonal skills.  Six months experience with training, coaching and motivating  people.  Valid driver’s license. Skilled in the use of structured training techniques for teaching job performance skills (such as sequence,  quality, and quantity); job-related skills (such as grooming, socializing with coworkers, or managing one's paycheck); and work behaviors (such as accepting supervision, following instruction).

Starting wage is $19 per hour. Hours per week will vary with position of development.

 Benefits:  Limited benefits for part-time employees per the agency’s policy manual.

Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application. Position open until filled.


 

Employment Support Specialist - Part-Time

Needed for Salisbury, Maryland.

Responsibilities: Provide individual and group on-the-job training for individuals with various levels of hearing & vision loss as well as other diagnoses. This includes teaching and coaching individuals to develop job skills, preparation in interviews and job development, employee and employer relationships, work ethics, communication for successful employment outcomes. And on-the-job training.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) preferred but not required. Excellent people and interpersonal skills. Six months experience with training, coaching and motivating people. Valid driver’s license. Skilled in the use of structured training techniques for teaching job performance skills (such as sequence, quality, and quantity); job-related skills (such as grooming, socializing with coworkers, or managing one's paycheck); and work behaviors (such as accepting supervision, following instruction).

Starting wage is $16 per hour. Hours per week will vary with position of development.

Benefits: Limited benefits for part-time employees per the agency’s policy manual.

Interested applicants may send cover letter, resume and/or complete online application. Position open until filled.


 

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 - Full & 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 $17.00 per hour.

 

 

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

Full or Part-time or Contractual Sign Language Interpreters and Certified Deaf Interpreters

Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA) is seeking qualified American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters to provide interpreting services for d/Deaf individuals, including those with physical and mental disabilities, across a variety of settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpreting skills, cultural competency, and a commitment to supporting the d/Deaf community. While Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification is not required at this time, familiarity with professional standards is essential. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

· Provide accurate and effective ASL interpretation in various settings,  including but not limited to medical, educational, professional, and community environments. 

· Adapt interpretation to meet the communication needs of individuals with varying levels of communication skills. 

· Maintain strict confidentiality in all interpreting assignments. 

· Adhere to the RID Code of Professional Conduct and industry best practices. 

· Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, as hours may vary weekly. 

 

Qualifications: 

· Minimum of one year of full-time equivalent experience in ASL interpretation. 

· Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English, with strong written and oral communication skills. 

· Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct and best practices in the field of interpretation. 

· Ability to interpret for individuals with diverse communication needs, including those with physical and mental disabilities. 

· Physical ability to stand for extended periods and maintain focus during lengthy interpreting assignments. 

· Daytime availability is highly desirable. 

 

Inclusivity Statement: 

DILA is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available to support candidates throughout the recruitment process and employment. 

 

Rate of pay will be discussed with qualified candidates based upon skill level.

 

 

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.