01 Nov
|
CNIB Deafblind Community Services
|
Regina
01 Nov
CNIB Deafblind Community Services
Regina
Facilitate communication and information access for Deafblind individuals as a Specialist Intervenor with CNIB Deafblind Community Services. Provide individualized support.
As a Specialist Intervenor, you help people with combined hearing and sight loss interact with their environments. The work includes gathering information, learning concepts and skills, and making informed decisions. You will collaborate with each individual to determine support while encouraging participation in community life. Knowledge of alternate communication formats, including American Sign Language and Two-Hand Manual, is relevant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate access to information and communication
- Help individuals learn concepts and skills
- Act as a communicator and sighted guide
- Collaborate to determine appropriate support levels
- Encourage recreation, education, and vocation participation
Requirements:
- Knowledge of Deafblindness and related health concerns
- Willingness to learn alternate communication formats
- Willingness to learn Braille
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills
- Professional demeanour and rapport-building ability
Use communication access, environmental guidance, and collaborative support to advance participation for people who are Deafblind.
📌 Communication Access Intervenor (Regina)
🏢 CNIB Deafblind Community Services
📍 Regina