SUPPORT SERVICES PROFESSIONAL

People Inc. • Buffalo, NY

11d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs Advocacy-related duties for People Inc. and our Deaf, Hard of Hearing services.

Requirements

• Knowledge of current issues (policies & procedures) affecting people within the Deaf, Deaf Blind and hard of hearing communities.
• Good communication & listening skills.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment: computer, phone, copier, & fax machine.
• Working knowledge of computers and various software programs.
• Good organizational and preparation skills.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• 1 year of experience working with people who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing or have hearing loss preferred
• Experience advocating for oneself and others preferred
• Knowledge or skills using American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the rights of people served within our Deaf, Deaf Blind, Hard of Hearing services.
• Provide opportunities for people within our Deaf, Hard of Hearing services to express their views & feelings on issues relating to their lives.
• Assist with Housing registration, Benefit registrations (Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP), Social Security Administration (SSA).
• Maintain contact with Advocates; & keep them informed on important issues (special events, political and agency policies) via social media (Facebook, monthly events calendars, Internet & Intranet – Advocacy website).
• Attend Advocacy department meetings.
• Attend and participate in Advocacy-related special events for persons within our deaf services.
• Maintain accurate records for work (time-cards, mileage, a daily/monthly work calendar).
• Possess awareness of local transportation systems (City bus & rail, Uber, Lyft, Amtrak, Greyhound).
• Access and respond to email/phone messages.
• Other duties as assigned and needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED