Support Service Provider

State of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) / Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) is seeking a skilled and motivated Support Service Provider (SSP) - Sighted Guide for the deafblind to work in either Utah County, the north section of Salt Lake County, or the south section of Salt Lake County. The mission of DSBVI is to assist individuals in achieving their highest level of independence, participation in society and employment consistent with individual interests, values, preferences and abilities. This role encourages community integration, increases the level of independence, and supports the rights of deafblind persons to have unrestricted access to their environment. The position may receive up to 29 hours a week, with hours dependent on the caseload. The role is available during business hours, Monday - Friday.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to Driver Eligibility standards.
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills are required for the Utah County position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of ASL if applying for the positions in Salt Lake County.

Responsibilities

• Encourages community integration, increases the level of independence and supports the rights of deafblind persons to have unrestricted access to their environment.
• Relay visual and environmental information that a sighted-hearing individual would normally have access to.
• Serve as a guide while walking to ensure safety, assist with reading, errands, basic banking, recreational activities and transportation.
• Assist in learning about opportunities available in their area, attend trainings and practice skills.
• Provide transportation for clients/consumers in a private vehicle and when available support the client's use of the public transportation system to carry out the duties of a SSP.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed