Deaf Support Specialist

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This position is located in Gadsden, AL or Talladega, AL
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• Working with consumers and employers to set up appropriate job shadowing experiences
• Independently traveling to at least 5 counties (Calhoun, Marshall, Dekalb, Etowah, Cherokee) to provide services to consumers
• Teaching job readiness classes in a group setting utilizing approved curriculum
• Coordinating appropriate employment networking opportunities for consumers
• Collaborating with employers and partnering agencies to provide direct placement for consumers
• Working with consumers to develop a resume to submit to potential employers
• Providing job coaching services to ensure successful outcomes for consumers
• Completing service programs for consumers to ensure successful employment outcomes
• Providing post-employment follow up to consumers
• Initiating frequent contact and collaboration with employers, regarding appropriate consumers
• Maintaining appropriate case documentation of services provided to consumers
• Becoming familiar with audiological services related to employment
• Staying informed of relevant issues as it relates to the population served
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Minimum of three years of experience working with the deaf/hard of hearing.
• 3. Ability to use sign language skills at the SCPI intermediate level or above.
• 4. Ability to work independently, problem solve, seek learning opportunities, be a self-starter.

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field.
• 2. Ability to provide recommendations for technological accommodations as necessary to support consumer in successful employment.
• 3. Involvement with Deaf/and or Hard of Hearing organizations.
• 4. Experience collaborating with employers, job placement, job market analysis, recruiting businesses for career fairs, working with career centers on targeting job trends.

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility.

To be determined
Occasional to moderate overnight travel statewide is required.

N/A

No

12/17/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Troy University employment website ()
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
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  • Indeed
  • Other employment website (please specify below)
  • Employee Referral (please specify below)
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• Please specify: (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have a minimum of three years of experience working with the deaf?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to use sign language skills at the SCPI intermediate level or above?
  • Yes
  • No

• Resume

• Cover Letter
• List of References

- Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
- Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.
- Troy University participates in eVerify.