DeafDigest Blue - June 7, 2015
Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/restaurant-both-friendly-unfriendly/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/old-deaf-network/
This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-abusive-email-messages/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/big-deaf-ketchup-hassle/
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New Sonic Alert Clocks at Harris Communications
Two new clocks from Sonic Alert have just arrived! The Rise `N Shine
SBT625ss and the Traveler SBT600ss have unique designs and the
features you expect from Sonic Alert.
With a dual alarm and three alarm modes: vibrating bed shaker, loud
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on time.
In addition, each clock has a bed shaker and a convenient USB port
for charging a phone or other electronics.
Both clocks are compact and will work well for travel.
Very affordable, the Sonic Alert Rise `N Shine (SA-SBT625SS) is only
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To see the new clocks, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB060715
Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com
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introducing Deaf Man’s BBQ
said a customer - his sauces are delicious
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-man-bbq-sauce/
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What is Trauma?
An informational video. See the attached vlog in ASL.
http://healthbridges.info/?p=1825
Trauma is defined as any situation that shatters your sense of security or makes you feel unsafe or vulnerable.
A person is most likely to have emotional suffering from the event if it was not expected or the person felt unprepared or powerless. Learn more about how trauma can affect a person and where you can find treatment in the video below.
The HealthBridges website offers information about social services, advocacy and behavioral health topics and resources
for persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of hearing
Happy summer from the HealthBridges Team
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Top stories about the deaf:
Deaf people in Vermont, still stung by the closing of
Vermont Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, are
saying that the state is not doing enough to serve
their needs.
The possibility of selling off parts of the land occupied by Texas School for the Deaf was
discussed by members of the legislative
budget committee. No action, however, was taken, yet.
Janice Smith-Warshaw has stepped down from her
position as superintendent of Illinois School for
the Deaf to take a new teaching position at
Fresno State University in California as an Assistant Professor
Gallaudet was overlooked when DeafDigest mentioned
last week that NTID has become the FCC subcontractor.
Gallaudet is also a subcontractor.
New Zealand Sign Language Board members, 10 of them,
have been appointed by the government Disability Issues minister.
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ABUSIVE DEAF EMAIL MESSAGES
From time to time DeafDigest editor receives abusive
email messages from a few deaf people.
DeafDigest editor has noticed one thing - that these few
deaf people have serious problems with their life - in trouble
with law, problems making friends, problems with their spouses,
problems with their jobs, etc, etc.
Do happy deaf people send abusive emails? Or is it unhappy
deaf people that send abusive emails?
Don’t know - it is a good question!
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-abusive-email-messages/
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Gallaudet wins FCC subcontract to improve VRS access
story at:
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-vrs-access-gallaudet/
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A BIG KETCHUP HASSLE
You go to a fast food restaurant with your hearing
friend.
But before you enter the counter to place your order,
your hearing friend excuses himself to use his cell phone.
You point and gesture and tell the counter person that
you order a hamburger.
The counter person says something you do not understand,
and you tell him you are deaf. The counter person stubbornly
repeats the same thing and you continue to tell him you are
deaf.
So much hassle. You get tired of it - so you run to your
hearing friend and grab him towards the counter to find out
what the counter person was saying.
He was just asking - do you want ketchup? Frustrating
and embarrassing? Yes - but why didn’t the counter person
just point to a ketchup bottle and gesture at it?
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/big-deaf-ketchup-hassle/
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ASLTA 2015 Professional Development Conference
June 24 - 27
Minneapolis, Minnesota
http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-aslta-conference/
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WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE?
grumbled one veteran interpreter, a Coda:
- I do none of the things an aide would do
- Do aides know sign language?
- Do aides know how to do a hearing aid check?
- Do aides know how to admininister the “Ling” test?
- Do aides know how to work the FM system?
- Do aides know the difference between ASL and SEE?
- Do aides have their CEU’s to maintain interpreting
certification?
In a final parting, the interpreter said:
I am not an aide and an aide could not do my job?
COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series
The software program that a realtime captioner or CART provider uses must be trained to translate the captioner’s brief forms in the proper manner. All steno strokes must be entered into a computer dictionary and matched to an English translation.
Mistakes are sometimes made by stenocaptioners who may think they have certain strokes defined in their dictionary in a certain way, but they really do not. Sometimes they may fail to load a dictionary in their software program that has the required entries in it. Occasionally there may also be a computer malfunction that fails to load the proper dictionaries.
For instance, if the name of the former president of Iran were to come up, the captioner may have a brief form designated for that. He or she might have determined the name Mahmoud Ahmadinejad could be written using the steno PHAUPL/PHAUPL.
Unfortunately, if for some reason that information wasn’t properly entered in the computer, that steno might translate as former president “Mom Mom.”
A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF
hearing people assume that every single deaf person
is on SSDI!
(Every deaf person, no matter if it is ASL, oral,
Cued Speech, late-deafened, hearing aid user, CI user,
etc, share these pet peeves. You may laugh or cry)
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DeafLaw
Richard McGann, Brookline, PA, who is deaf-blind,
filed a lawsuit against Cinemark USA, saying
they would not provide him with ASL tactile interpreter
when he wanted to watch a movie.
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News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago:
Do we care that the Rehabilitation Services
Services is proposing a severe cut to services for all
of us?
Well, at a rally, staged on May 26th in Washington,
DC to protest these cuts, nearly 1,500 people showed up.
Almost all of these people were not deaf.
We do care about these cuts, but we are not telling
these federal officials that we care. We need to do a
much better job of showing them that we care!
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News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago:
Lega del Filo d’Oro, a group in Italy, that fights
for the rights and needs of the deaf-blind, won a
big victory.
The European Parliament, in the past would treat
the deaf-blind as two separate disabilities. Not
any more, because of pressure exerted by the
Italian group, it is now recognized as a disability
on its own.
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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:
Is GoFundMe effective, raising funds for deaf
projects and programs?
Impression is that it is not too terribly
effective in most cases!
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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! -
* Deputy Director - Los Angeles, CA
* Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA
* Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA
* Job Developer/Interpreter - West Covina, CA
To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go
to our website:
http://www.gladinc.org
If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume
and application to:
Human Resources Manager
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041
V/TDD: (323) 550-4207
Fax #: (323) 550-4204
E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org
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position openings
Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Providence, RI
- Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
- Math Teacher
https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=1520022
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position openings
Classroom Teaching positions
Washington School for the Deaf
Vancouver, WA
The Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) campus of the Center for
Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss (CDHL) is recruiting for
Classroom Teaching positions for the 2015-2016 school year! Math and
Technology Teacher, Language Arts Secondary Teacher, ASL Teacher, and
Language Arts Teacher with a focus on Transition Duties. Jobs require
Master’s Degree in Deaf Education, WA State teaching certificate, and
fluency in ASL and written English. Training and experience in use of
bilingual ASL-English strategies in the classroom preferred. Jobs are
open until filled. Projected start date is August 17, 2015. Salary
range: $42,000 - $66,000 per year based on 186 days + full benefits
package beginning September 1, 2015. Apply at http://www.careers.wa.gov
under agency official name “Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing
Loss” and join the team in the beautiful Vancouver - Portland area!
EOE
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position opening
Resident Care Associate for the Deaf and Deaf-Blind
Brookdale Chestnut Lane Gresham
Gresham, OR
At Brookdale Chestnut Lane Gresham, the Deaf community comes first. We’re one of only two Assisted Living communities in the United States specializing in care for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing. In fact, Chestnut Lane was specifically designed to enhance and enrich the lives of Deaf seniors with spacious open areas, wide hallways, private alcoves and a staff fluent in American Sign Language.
The Resident Assistant provides resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel and to assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents who are Deaf and Deaf-Blind.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
. Successfully complete training as required by state regulations
. Ability to read, write and speak English and communicate in American Sign Language (ASL)
. Obtain Food Handlers Permit (as required by state regulations)
. Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general
public
. Must meet all health requirements, including TB
. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without
reasonable accommodation
. Must pass criminal background check
. Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
Essential Functions
Customer Service
. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
. Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner
. Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority
. Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the
community; specifically, current residents’ families and friends, prospective residents and their
families, referral sources, vendors and regulators)
. Answer phones appropriately, according to company and community standards
. Communicate professionally and cooperate with supervisor and all community personnel
. Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights
Personal care and nursing
. Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting,
changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care
. Keep proper records of care
. Report observations to licensed nurse
. Immediately report any changes in resident’s condition to the supervisor
. Vital sign monitoring will be performed as needed by personnel with current license/qualification (as
required by state regulations)
Medication Assistance
. May assist with and document medications, following accepted practices, and in accordance with
State regulations under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse
Dining Services
. Focus on customer service to residents in dining services
. Work as a team with dining services to assist in:
o Setting up serving carts for each meal
o Serving meals to residents’ tables according to Emeritus procedures
o Bussing tables and preparing dishes for washing
o Cleaning dining room, including wiping tables and chairs
o Setting tables for the next meal
o Delivering trays to resident apartments as needed
o Understand and follow dining services safety and infection control policies and procedures
Safety and Sanitation
. Monitor the phone, front door, call and alarm systems
. Understand and follow safety and infection control policies and procedures
. Respond to emergency call signals promptly
. Report incidents and completes appropriate paperwork
Laundry/Cleaning Functions
. Collect, laundry, and distribute linens, garments, etc. in accordance with Community procedures
. Help to properly maintain all equipment, ensure work areas are clean and safe, and ensure policies
covering infection control, health and safety, etc. are strictly followed
. Assist in cleaning resident rooms, dining areas, public areas
Training
. Attend all required in-service trainings
Other
. Promote and encourage residents to participate in activities
. Follow & communicate company policies and procedures
. The job description provides a framework for the job, other duties may be assigned as necessary
Physical/Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)
Medium Work — Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Please send resume to Brookdale Chestnut Lane Gresham to the attention of Tom Galey at mailto:Thomas.Galey@brookdale.com
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job opening announcement
Paraprofessional - Kindergarten
Kansas State School for the Deaf
Olathe, KS
SALARY: Salary paid by the Blue Valley School District; and will be commensurable with experience
SCHEDULE: Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm
EMPLOYMENT DATE: Open until filled
JOB DESCRIPTION: Provide one-on-one instructional assistance to individual student(s) and/or groups of students with disabilities under the supervision of a certified special education professional. Creates, adapts, or modifies classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing student learning. Monitors individual in a group setting for purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Implements, under the supervision of the supervising teacher, behavioral plans for student with challenging behaviors. Collects and records student data. Follows written work schedule, arriving and leaving on time. Maintain appropriate communication with student, teachers, parents and other professionals. Participate in activities designed to increase knowledge and improve skills related to performance of job-related responsibilities. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Ability to communicate effectively in American Sign Language and English with student, staff, parents. Ability to work cooperatively. Ability to correctly operate school machines, tools, and equipment. High School diploma or GED. AA or higher degree or training working with students preferred. ASL and English assessments will be given at the time of interview.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Upon offer of employment, a background check will be conducted via the KS Bureau of Investigation & KS Dept. of Social & Rehabilitation Services. Also a Tuberculosis test & Health Certificate must be passed upon offer of employment (cost borne by employee).
CONTACT: Teresa Chandler, Human Resources Office, 913/210-8113 v/tty, E-Mail: mailto:tchandler@kssdb.org Fax: 913/621-2310
KSD Embraces Diversity
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updated announcement
job opening announcement
- Teacher - Social Studies & Post High School Program
- Teacher - Elementary (newly added announcement)
Kansas State School for the Deaf
Olathe, KS
SALARY: Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon professional background and experience.
Excellent benefits.
SCHEDULE: 181 School Days / 2015- 2016 School Year
EMPLOYMENT DATE: Immediate
JOB DESCRIPTION: Teach students at the appropriate level utilizing state and local assessments, state standards, curriculum guides, and any other materials/tests deemed necessary. Perform work associated with student instruction; prepares lesson plans and appropriate classroom materials, direct and monitor student progress in attaining IEP goals, maintain classroom control, begin and end class in a timely manner, keep students on task, and supervise students outside of instructional time. Use appropriate communication skills with students, staff, and public as determined by the ASL/English evaluation. Complete and turn in to the designated person; all student evaluation reports, lesson plans, sub plans, I.E.P..s, comprehensive evaluations, grade cards, and other written reports as assigned by the due date. Maintain current school records as mandated by the State. Provide direct instruction to group of students in High School and Post High School Program (PHSP), and conduct group & individual job coaching, training, and counseling for students in the PHSP.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Qualify for Kansas certification by KSDE for Secondary and Hearing Impaired (1911); Education/Deaf/HH with emphasis in Social Studies (7-12). Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL). Applicants must be pre-approved for certification via KS Dept. of Education, Cert. Dept. prior to the issuing of a contract. (ASL and writing skills will be assessed.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Upon offer of employment: official transcripts are required, a background check will be conducted via the KS Bureau of Investigation, & KS Dept. of Social & Rehabilitation Services. Also a Tuberculosis test & Health Certificate must be passed upon offer of employment (cost borne by employee).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled. Send resume and copies of all college transcripts. For consideration request an official KSD application or go to our website and submit application for KSD review.
CONTACT: Teresa Chandler, Human Resources Director; Phone: 913/210-8113
E-Mail: mailto:tchandler@kssdb.org Fax: 913/621-2310
Or Linda Thompson, HR Assistant 913/210-8114, email: mailto:lthompson@kssdb.org or Tom Burdolski, HR Professional, 913/305-3004 , E-mail mailto:tburdolski@kssdb.org
Fax 913/621/2310
KSD Embraces Diversity
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career announcement - No 03-10-084
Program Director II - Client Services
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
Albuquerque, NM
As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to pass an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary
Status Exempt - Full-Time
Position Purpose
Supervises the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs which provide the following services to New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind including those with significant disabilities: case management/service coordination, advocacy, emergency support, tutoring, job development and placement, skills training, 1:1 support services, access technology, etc. Assures that programs comply with contractual requirements of funding sources. Plans, develops, and conducts professional development trainings to ensure high quality service delivery and compliance with established Agency policies and procedures. Conducts community outreach and training activities which promote awareness of services as well as local capacity. Assists in program budget development. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
. Oversees the daily operations of the Vocational, the Deafblind and Special Services, Tutoring programs which provides case management/service coordination, advocacy, job development/placement, tutoring, vocational skills, job coaching, Support Service Provider/Community Intervener services, technology, and other services to eligible clients who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind including those with significant disabilities
. Monitors both programs to assure the delivery of high quality services and contractual requirements of funding entities
. Works with staff and prepares monthly reports required by contracts which fund the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs.
. Assists in the billing for the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs.
. Assists in the developing of administrative and operational policies and procedures for the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs
. Supervises the programs. staff (e.g., Program Coordinators, Vocational Personnel, Schedules, Support Service Providers/Community Interveners, Tutors/Learning Specialists, etc.) to assure that the quantity (i.e., billable unit counts) and quality of work meets contractual requirements as well as SCS standards of service delivery . Monitors and manages work/caseloads of the staff in all programs to ensure quality of services and the meeting of any contractual requirements
. Plans, coordinates, and/or conducts personnel development trainings so that direct service staff in all programs are knowledgeable of effective practices in deafness, hearing loss, deafblindness, vocational programming, driving vehicles, as well as CCS./SCS. policies and procedures, and other content areas to ensure high quality services as well as compliance with Federal, New Mexico, and local laws and agency policies and procedures. . Has responsibility for recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, providing constructive performance feedback and separating for the staffs in those programs
. Recommends adjustments in staffing patterns for the programs in response to clients and contractual needs.
. Develops and implements, with staff assistance, a single, central system that manages referrals to CODP-NM as well as the coordination of client services for all three programs (which includes intake and assessment (which should include both ecological assessments and true person centered planning) development and implementation of service plans (which includes staffing, regular/periodic review of plan implementation, etc) for clients receiving services from the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and/or Tutoring/Learning Specialist programs.
. Oversees the management of the client services process. . Conducts intakes, assessments, and other components of the client services process.
. Collaborates with other agencies and organizations to identify individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind . including those with significant disabilities . who would be eligible for services from COPD
. Collaborates with other agencies and organizations to develop supports as well as social and educational opportunities in the community for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind . including those with significant disabilities
. Provides advocacy for clients for services and supports provided by federal, state, and local agencies and organizations as needed
. Assists Agency Director in the developing of budgets for the programs
. Assists Agency Director in the planning of agency wide staff development trainings
. Participates in the Agency’s Administrative team
. Provides supervision to interns/practicum students in bachelor and graduate programs . Attends meetings of stakeholder groups and agencies (e.g., the New Mexico Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and various consumer organizations) as needed/required
. Collaborates with the Agency’s Administrative Team, the Agency’s Advisory Board, and funding sources to foster the enhancement and growth of the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs to meet the needs of New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind
. Assists the Agency Director in securing funding for direct services to New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or/deafblind
. Plans and conducts outreach activities, as required by contractual obligations, to promote services and supports for New Mexican who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind
. Plans and conducts trainings and workshops in the community to increase awareness of services and to increase local capacity to identify and serve New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind
. Conducts site visits and perform qualify and safety reviews for compliance
. May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business
The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Minimum Qualifications
. Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation or related field
. American Sign Language Fluency
. 3 years of supervisory experience
. 5 years. experience in providing vocational services to individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and/or deafblind; OR 5 years. experience in providing education and/or rehabilitation services to individuals who are deafblind or deaf with significant disabilities; OR 5 years. experience in working with individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and/or deafblind in a counseling capacity
. Ability to plan and conduct outcome oriented trainings and presentations
. Ability to produce clearly written reports and other written communication in English (emails, training materials, promotional materials, memos, employee performance evaluations, etc.) . Pass drug screening
. Pass FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary
. Obtain a New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and Motor Vehicle Division 39 month Motor Vehicle Report
Desired Qualifications
. Additional years of directly related experience
. Training, experience and skill in various treatment modalities and/or rehabilitation skills training (e.g., activities of daily living, technology, orientation and mobility, communication, low vision, etc.)
. Fluency in Spanish
. Fluency of Braille
. Experience in using other communication modes (i.e., other than ASL and/or Braille) used by individuals who are deafblind
. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Salary $19.50 - $24.86 depending on experience
Selection Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience
How to Apply Complete application at:
Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona, Inc.
140 W. Speedway Blvd. #230
Tucson, AZ 85705
520-623-0344
Fax resume and cover letter . 520-770-8505
Email resume and cover letter . mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org
For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org
Closing Date When Filled
Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 7068.
Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence. For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org
We encourage our Veterans to apply
Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer
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career announcement – No 03-10-086 Interpreter/Interpreter Referral Specialist
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to pass an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary
Status Non Exempt . Full-Time
Position Purpose
Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational and social services. Responsible for agency community interpreter referral services. Processes interpreter requests, schedules staff and contract interpreters, and confirms interpreting schedules for all three cities in the Supercenter. Documents interpreting hours for billing purposes and inputs payroll/billing data for processing. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
. Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational, social services, etc.
. Assists with in-house and walk-in interpreting services
. Documents interpreting time for billing purposes
. Assists with educational interpreting and emergency coverage as schedule permits
. Meets the productivity requirements as outlined in the employment agreement
. Maintains high professional standards in accordance with the RID Code of Professional Conduct, ensuring quality interpreting services for the Hearing and Deaf consumers
. Receives and processes interpreter requests; schedules staff and contracted interpreters matching interpreting skill level and experience with the demands of the situation with consideration given to the preference of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing consumers
. Assists with after-hours coordination of Emergency Requests as needed
. Confirms interpreting schedule with interpreters, deaf consumers and businesses or organizations
. Enters interpreter payroll and billing information into computer and documents interpreting hours for billing purposes
. Prepares Estimates or Bids for services for various government and private entities
. Receives and processes requests for information regarding ADA and legal obligations for the provision of interpreters
. Maintains current information for contracted interpreters, consumers and billing actions
. Assists department with other assignments or special projects related to the interpreting service program
. May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business
The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Minimum Qualifications
. Graduate of an ITP or Associates Degree (directly related experience may substitute for education requirements)
. Current valid New Mexico Interpreter License
. 1 year of interpreting experience, community interpreting preferred (1 year of experience equals 20-25 hours per week for average of 50 weeks per year)
. Pass FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary . Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and NM Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report Desired Qualifications
. Bachelor’s degree in related field
. Customer service experience
. EIPA 3.5 or greater (each tenth of a point increase above EIPA 3.5 constitutes an additional Desired Qualification (DQ) credit, e.g. EIPA 3.6 provides one DQ credit; EIPA 3.7 provides two DQ credits, etc.)
. National Certification
. Completion of formal internship/mentee program
. Additional years of directly related experience
. 200 documented mentee hours
SALARY $12.90 - $16.13 depending on experience
SELECTION Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience
How to Apply Complete application at:
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
3908 Carlisle NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
505-255-7636
Fax resume and cover letter . 505-255-8029
Email resume and cover letter . mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org
For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org
Closing Date When Filled
Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 1068.
Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence. For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org
We encourage our Veterans to apply
Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer
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anticipated vacancies for the 2015-2016 school year Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
Colorado Springs, CO
MISSION STATEMENT
The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) provides children and families statewide with comprehensive, specialized educational services in safe, nurturing environments. We empower learners to become self-determined, independent contributing citizens within their communities.
The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), located in Colorado Springs at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, invites you to consider our employment opportunities. Applications are being accepted for anticipated vacancies for Teacher of the Deaf for the 2015-2016 school year, as follows:
. Future vacancies in all instructional areas, including but not limited to all core content areas (Elementary Education; English/Language Arts; Science; Mathematics; Social Studies)
Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website at: http://csdb.org/ where the official job announcement for Teacher of the Deaf may be found in its entirety, including major duties / responsibilities and qualification requirements, under Non-Classified Employment. Job announcements are open until positions are filled.
Terms of Employment: The annual employment contract shall be based upon the standard number of working days in the academic year (as per established School Calendar; currently 185 days, August to June), beginning with the 2015-2016 school year. Base salary shall be established pursuant to the Teacher Salary Schedule, and based upon appropriate education and experience. Excellent benefits.
Application Instructions: Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website (Non-Classified Employment) to view the official job announcement in its entirety; follow the instructions to submit a complete on-line application (to include salary history and references), and to upload the following items to the on-line application: formal letter of interest, current resume, recent letters of recommendation (with signature), copies of all transcripts, and, a copy of current educator certification. Contact information:
Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind /
33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Website: http://csdb.org/
E-mail: mailto:clutz@csdb.org; (719) 578-2114 (phone); (719) 578-2239 (fax)
Interviews will be conducted on-site at the
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
CSDB is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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position openings
Two BSW Tenure-Track Faculty Positions, Department of Social Work
Gallaudet University Washington, DC
(Instructor or Assistant Professor Rank)
Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions.
General Information: The Department of Social Work has graduate (MSW) and undergraduate (BSW) programs, both accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The BSW program has approximately 50 majors enrolled annually who represent diverse backgrounds, cultures, learning styles, and educational experiences. The overwhelming majority of the undergraduates are deaf or hard of hearing. The position is contingent upon funding.
Responsibilities: There are two available positions. Both are full time, nine-month, tenure track BA Social Work faculty positions. Under our current department model, incumbents will be responsible for oversight and instruction of the micro and macro practice sequences in the curriculum. Incumbents will be responsible for infusing research-based content and multicultural content into practice courses at all levels to reflect evidenced based practice. Incumbents are responsible for ongoing course development for both on campus and distance education, for assessment purposes for the Office of Academic Quality and CSWE reaffirmation and other compliance-related activities, advising students, service to the department, university, and community; and, involvement in scholarly and professional activities. The instructor rank requires an MSW and the assistant professor rank requires a Ph.D.
Minimum Qualifications: 1. Candidates must have an MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program with three (3) years post-MSW social work practice experience. If an incumbent does not have a completed Ph.D., (s)he will be expected to complete a doctoral program prior to all tenure and promotion actions; a plan for obtaining a Ph.D. should be addressed in the application.
2. Candidates must provide evidence of teaching ability (e.g., higher education courses, professional workshops, presentations, online teaching).
3. Candidates must have experience working with linguistic and culturally diverse Deaf communities.
4. Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is highly desirable; if not already proficient a new faculty member must develop proficiency in ASL in accordance with Gallaudet University guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications: . Current, valid Master-level social work licensure or license-eligible (for the micro-practice position, a license is required within 1 year of appointment). . Expertise in teaching a diverse student population, including Deaf and hard of hearing students with various learning styles and learning needs.
. Experience in active social work research and record of scholarly activities (e.g., publications, presentations, program assessments and evaluations, grant-writing activities). Application: The deadline for submitting an application is Monday, April 26, 2015.
Please submit an application package via email containing the following:
1) A cover letter of application specific to this position. In your application include a summary list succinctly explaining the depth of your experiences in meeting each of the minimum and preferred qualifications and job description criteria.
2) Curriculum vita or resume
3) One sample of a scholarly work 4) Three letters of professional reference sent via email to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Barbara White, from the individuals serving as references. The Chair of the search committee may contact your references directly.
Email the complete package electronically to Dr. Barbara White, Chair of the Search Committee, at mailto:Barbara.White@gallaudet.edu with the subject “BSW Practice Faculty Application..
Review of applications begins immediately after closing date. Position begins August 16, 2015.
Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions. Per faculty guidelines, Gallaudet University has expectations for American Sign Language fluency and base personnel actions on achieving proficiency. Any faculty who scores below 3 must take the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) every year until a 3 or better is achieved; individual departments may establish higher criteria for ASL proficiency. Beginning in August 2016, all faculty actions for promotion and merit increase decisions will be based upon ASL fluency and classroom discourse competence (Gallaudet Policy 6.8.6).
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Many wonderful job opportunities
The Learning Center for the Deaf
Framingham, MA
Many wonderful job opportunities are available at The Learning Center for the Deaf.
Please visit http://www.tlcdeaf.org for full details and how to apply.
- Licensed Teachers of the Deaf
- Staff Interpreters
- Occupational Therapist
- Substitute Teachers and Assistants
- Walden School Clinical Director
- Walden School Family Partner
- Walden School ILS Specialist
- Day, Residential & Overnight Child Care Workers
- Staff Nurse
- Wraparound Family Partner
- Daycare Teachers (Full-time & Part-time)
- Daycare Substitute Teachers and Assistants
- Coaches
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career opportunities
PAHrtners Deaf Services
positions in various Pennsylvania locations
PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health
professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults.
Our environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support with
a staff population that is 85% Deaf or Hard of Hearing. As a result
of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community, PAHrtners is rapidly
growing with the creation of new programs and expansion of our
existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent
college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the
field of human services, we have a career building position waiting
for you! E.O.E.
To apply for any of the positions posted, please send your letter of
intent and resume to:
Bernadette Class, Office Manager
PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038
Email: mailto:bclass@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301
PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals
who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf
culture to fill the following positions:
Job Title: Program Assistant
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full time position
Description: This position provides support to the
staff psychiatrist’s in completing all necessary regulation reports,
managing the staff psychiatrist’s schedules, helping to coordinate
appointments with other departments, tracking annual evaluations and
medication consents for our members, communicating with pharmacies,
and other miscellaneous administrative tasks.
Qualifications: A high school diploma with a minimum of
one year of experience in administration in the human services
field. Must have: strong writing skills, organizational and time
management skills; computer proficiency in MS word and excel; fluency
in ASL and ability to work as a team.
Job Title: Therapist/Psychosocial
Rehabilitation Counselor
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full time position
Description: This position provides individualized
supportive counseling, group therapy and psycho-educational sessions
designed to promote skill building and wellness maintenance.
Qualifications: BA in Psychology, Counseling or any
other human services field; must have two years’ experience with
individuals with behavioral health needs and/or intellectual
disabilities, including treatment planning and progress notes;
advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and
able to work in a team environment. Certified as a Peer Specialist,
a plus!
Job Title: Case Managers
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full time positions
Description: This position provides resources and
support to clients and their families who reside in the community and
in our residential programs. Duties: assess service needs of
individuals to ensure continuum of care; develop service plans;
provide independent living skills instructions; advocate for access
to public and private programs such as medical and vocational
services.
Qualifications: BA/BS degree in a human services field
preferred; or high school diploma + 12 credit hours in social science
with two years’ behavioral health direct care experience. Must have
strong organizational skills, fluency in ASL and familiarity with
other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing
to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel to various
areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of
Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus;
must have a valid driver’s license. Certified as a Peer Specialist,
a plus!
Job Title: Assistant Vice President -
PAHrtners West
Location: Moon Township
Employee Type: Full time position - This is a senior level
management position
Description: The Assistant Vice President provides
administrative, operational, financial and programmatic leadership
for the Pittsburgh sites of PAHrtners. Under the direction of the
Vice President for Residential services, The Assistant Vice President
is responsible for the overall supervision and management of
operations and personnel, expansion of services provided in the
region, quality of service and financial stability within the
region. This includes provision of direct services to consumers,
maintenance of all licensing regulations, oversight of program
budgets, supervision and daily support to direct care staff and
management level employees, maintenance of communication and
relationships with outside service providers and families,
involvement with the clinical team, completion of monthly and
residential reports, and participation on agency committees.
Qualifications: Master’s Degree preferred. Qualified
BA degree applicants will be considered. Seven years’ experience in
the mental health field. Four years’ experience in a
management/supervisory role. Candidate must have strong leadership,
administrative and communication skills, both in person and in
writing. Fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual
communication modes and language levels.
Job Title: Residential Counselor for Deaf
Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Employee Type: Various positions available
Description: This position provides direct client
services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in
daily living skills training and aiding in community integration.
Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with
intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers’
independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend
and evening shifts.
Qualifications: HS diploma; valid driver’s license;
advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent
living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers;
strong interpersonal skills.
Job Title: Residential Counselors for Deaf
Adults with Intellectual Disabilities & Behavioral Health needs
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full time, part time or Flex available
Description: This position provides direct client
services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in
daily living skills training and aiding in community integration.
Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with
behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in our
residences; promote consumers’ independence and social relationships.
Positions open for weekend and evening shifts.
Qualifications: HS diploma; valid driver’s license;
advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent
living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers;
strong interpersonal skills.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full time positions
Description: This position provides administrative
support to all programs. Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and