[NFB-DB] Support service provider job description

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Most professional SSP’s  are required to complete formal SSP training before they are hired,  and the training Committee will discuss the specifics of this as they relate to our convention before the November board meeting.

 

 

From: NFB-DB <nfb-db-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Karen via NFB-DB
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Hi,

What is the Certification of completion of Support Service Provider training?

 

Karen

 

 

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Subject: [NFB-DB] Support service provider job description

 

Hello, 

You will find the revised Support Service Provider Job Description below:

 

Support Service Provider Job Description for the NFB National Convention.

 

The National Federation of the Blind National Convention is one of the largest gatherings of blind people in the nation. To optimize participation in the convention by members who are DeafBlind, the NFB is seeking Support Service providers willing to volunteer their time to support DeafBlind attendees. You will provide access to the community, including environmental information and facilitating communication between DeafBlind attendees and others at convention.

 

Qualifications:

*  High School Diploma or equivalent and at least eighteen years of age.

*  Certification of completion of Support Service Provider training or two letters of recommendation by professionals working in the field of DeafBlindness.   

  

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience working with blind or DeafBlind individuals. 

*       If needed, provide American Sign Language services to DeafBlinD individuals.

 

Position Requirements:

*  Support DeafBlind Convention attendees in a variety of settings throughout the convention.

*  Work flexible hours over the course of convention up to 6 hours per day.

*  Working up to 30 hours throughout the convention is required.

*  Other duties as assigned.

Thank you,

Anna Trotman

 

 

 

Anna M. Trotman

 

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