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A Support Service Provider (SSP) is sometimes called a Co-Navigator. An SSP provides assistance to Deaf-Blind (DB) individuals in tasks and activities so they may lead more independent lives.
Responsibilities And Authorities

Provide services to the DB individual including, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Sighted guide or co-navigation within the community.
- Reading the mail, newspaper, books, etc.
- Visiting with the DB person or accompanying DB person to social activity.
- Transportation to and/or from errands or appointments within the community.
Communicate effectively with the Program Manager.
Maintain a working relationship with other staff members, the community and Columbus Speech & Hearing.
Be flexible in working with DB individual(s) based on their needs.
Be willing to work with all consumers in the program.
Be responsible to notify the DB individual(s) and the Program Manager when unable to work a scheduled time with the DB individual.
Attend SSP training provided as required by program guidelines.
Attend scheduled meetings for the SSP staff, as established by program guidelines.
Submit weekly timesheets for hours worked.
Possess a Driver’s License and maintain a good driving record.

Qualifications

Proficiency in the communication method of the DB individual (i.e., American Sign Language or Tactile Signing)
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, how to provide navigation assistance to DB individuals
Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality
Dependable
Flexibility is required

The information in this posting is a summary designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to afarroux@columbusspeech.org.
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