Support Broker Services LLC
American Sign Language Facilitator
Waukesha, Wisconsin•Part-time
$25 - $30 hourly
$25 - $30 hourly
About the Job
Position Overview:
Are you passionate about utilizing your proficiency in American Sign Language to effect meaningful change in the daily lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? We are seeking a dedicated ASL specialist to provide personalized, one-on-one support to a Deaf individual. This role extends beyond mere translation; it encompasses empowering self-advocacy, safeguarding personal dignity, and ensuring that every thought and need is effectively communicated.
Key Employment Structure:
Please note that this position is not affiliated with Support Broker Services, LLC. You will be employed directly by the individual receiving services. The role is facilitated and funded through the participant’s long-term care plan (Wisconsin’s IRIS program), which delineates the scope of duties and compensation. Support Broker Services, LLC serves solely as a liaison to assist this individual in identifying the appropriate ASL professional for their personal support team.
Core Responsibilities:
- Accurate Dialogue: Provide precise, two-way ASL interpretation for healthcare visits, daily routines, and interactions with support staff.
- Foster Autonomy: Support the individual in confidently expressing their preferences, boundaries, and decisions.
- Clarify Complexity: Simplify intricate medical terminology and nuanced social exchanges to ensure comprehensive understanding.
- Promote Respectful Engagement: Ensure that the individual’s voice is central to all interactions and decision-making processes.
- Collaborate Strategically: Partner with the existing care network to develop and maintain communication methods that prioritize the individual’s unique personality and goals.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
- Experience supporting individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, particularly within the developmental disability community.
- Must meet and clear all required Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) caregiver screenings, including background checks and mandated reporter status.
- Exhibits patience, compassion, and a keen ability to listen beyond the surface.
- A team-oriented professional focused on achieving outcomes defined by the individual.
Benefits and Compensation:
- Compensation: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour (allocated through the IRIS participant budget).
- Direct Influence: Witness the immediate, life-enhancing impact of your work as you eliminate communication barriers.
- Mission-Driven Work: Advance your career in a setting driven by authentic, positive transformation.
- Participant-Led Selection: Work within a model where the person receiving care (or their guardian) makes the final hiring decision, ensuring their personal needs guide the process.
Commitment to Fair Hiring & Wisconsin Statute:
Support Broker Services, LLC facilitates the identification of a diverse pool of qualified candidates. We strictly comply with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, which prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, disability, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, or the legal consumption of products off-premises during personal time.
The clients we serve uphold the same standard of non-discrimination. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Make Your Impact Felt:
This opportunity transcends conventional employment—it is a commitment to amplifying the voices of those who are often overlooked. If you are motivated to cultivate genuine connections and effect lasting change, we encourage you to apply.
Ready to amplify a voice and strengthen a connection? Submit your interest today.
Referred candidates will undergo interviews and hiring processes managed directly by the participant. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all IRIS program orientation requirements.