Welcome to Deaf Friendly Biz
person centered and positive
Welcome to Deaf Friendly Biz
person centered and positive
About Us
Deaf Friendly Biz is owned by Jamie Duncan. She is a Child of a Deaf Adult (CODA) and serves as an Occupational Communication Specialist. DFB believes that businesses are strengthened by having a diverse workforce. DFB promotes this value by networking with businesses throughout the state. DFB serves individuals who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, DeafBlind, Blind and Low vision. DFB strives to take a person centered and positive approach to finding meaningful and competitive employment.
Mission statement – To provide a person centered, positive experience that builds the confidence and skills needed for achieving employment goals.
Areas served- DFB provides services within a sixty-mile radius of Northfield. This includes the Twin Cities/North and South Metro. DFB is able to provide transportation to customers during Job Search/Job Exploration.
Services
Employment
Serving people who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Blind, DeafBlind and Low vision with obtaining meaningful, competitive employment.
- Job shadows, observations and tryouts
- Career exploration for transition-aged students
- Resume development and interviews
- Job placement
- Job coaching
- Self-employment/small business startup
Coaching
- Person Centered Planning
- Customized Employment Plans
- Business plans