DeafDigest Blue – April 5, 2015
Blue Edition
Barry Strassler, Editor
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
same-old-deaf-story/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
deaf-in-tsa-booths/
This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
deaf-too-many-organizations/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
deaf-stuck-no-captions/
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Dedication
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Argentinean delegate
Fabian Roberto Dotto. He departed us while arriving in Russia
for the Winter Deaflympics.
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Alec Naiman, who
departed us. He had a zest for adventure – climbing
to the top of Mt Rainier and flying airplanes. His
real job was Associate Professor of ASL at Nassau
Community College. He, unfortunately, was involved
in a bad airplane crash enroute to Deaf Pilots
Association (DPA) conference in 2008. It left him
confined to a wheelchair. Despite not being able to fly
airplanes again, he continued to be supportive of DPA
goals and objectives.
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to William and Judith
Schmidt, Youngstown, Ohio, that departed us because of
a tragic house fire. They were the pillars of the
Youngstown Deaf Community.
Top stories about the deaf:
There is talk in Staunton, VA about building a new public
high school on the land owned by Virginia School for the
Deaf and Blind. Many people are not too happy about it.
Obama has recognized John Tilak Ratnanather, a deaf man
at Johns Hopkins University for his work with deaf students
in high schools interested in science.
Researchers at the College of Brockport (NY) are
studying the barriers that deaf people deal when they
travel everywhere – airports, hotels, public transportation,
etc.
It never changes in South Africa. Two years ago deaf people
were angry about a fake interpreter. And now this – many
deaf people attended a disability summit only to have an
interpreter not show up. As a result, the event was
cancelled rather than to face the ire of the Deaf and the
Disabled Community.
Embezzlement has been suspected among the officials
of the Botswana Society for the Deaf. The funds
were supposed to be distributed for schools for
the deaf. Officials have been pointing fingers
at each other.
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36th World’s Largest Silent Weekend/Interpreter Conference
Orlando, Florida
June 25-28, 2015
For the past several years, this deaf-owned venue has drawn 400 to
500 participants from all over the country. With nationally
recognized presenters such as Peter Cook, Crom Saunders, Trix Bruce,
Wink Smith, Dr. Adan Penilla (author of Signing for Dummies), Daniel
Burch (former RID President), etc you can choose from 70 workshops,
most offering CEUs for interpreters.
We even have classes for those knowing no signs whatsoever (at just
$100) plus many classes for beginning and intermediate ASL students.
This no-talking venue is at the Florida Hotel adjacent to the
Florida Mall (free parking, free internet, resort fees waived) where
you can get complete meals at the huge food court beginning at $4.99.
Compare this with other conference venues with expensive hotel
meals. Our registration price includes a huge program book with all
handouts attached and is hundreds of dollars lower than many other
handouts attached and is hundreds of dollars lower than many other
venues.
Registration and information can be found at:
http://FloridaSilentWeekend.
com
or http://DrSign.com
Please mention DeafDigest when registering. Plan ahead also for our 2016
venue which will be June 23-26 with online registration opening this Fall.
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TOO MANY DEAF ORGANIZATIONS
Do we have too many Deaf Organizations in USA? Deaf politics,
Deaf Sports, Deaf Religions, Deaf Ethnic Organizations, Deaf
Education, etc.
Very often there are important leaders in one Deaf Organization
that we don’t know about.
It was different in the past when deaf leaders were members
of several national organizations.
– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
deaf-too-many-organizations/
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2015 Deaf Musicians Conference
May 29-30, 2015
Washington, DC
http://deafdigest.com/2015-
deaf-musicians-conference/
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A DEAF PERSON HATES FAMILY EVENTS
A deaf person hates family events. They come to his house,
and they always turn off the captions, no matter if he is
watching TV.
They never ask him for permission to turn off the captions.
He loves his family but gets very angry about it.
– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/
deaf-stuck-no-captions/
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Questions for the deaf that want to become pilots
http://deafdigest.com/
questions-for-deaf-that-want-
to-be-pilots/
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WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE?
The speaker says “I wear three hats – teacher, legislator
and family man”
Said the interpreter:
should I sign literally or should I translate into
something like “me, many jobs”?
COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR – continuing series
When you are watching the output of a CART provider or a realtime
captioner, there may be times when something comes up on the screen
that makes no sense. Unfortunately, with technology, there is always
an opportunity for a glitch to take place.
One of the most difficult parts of the process for consumers is
figuring out what the problem is. Is it a problem with the equipment
of the television station or distributor? Is it a problem with a
telephone or Internet connection? Is it a problem with the equipment
of the captioner?
Even though you may not know exactly what the problem is, it is
important that you communicate with the people providing the services
to let them know that there is a problem.
There are times when people providing captioning services do not know
that there is a glitch in the system. If the people watching
captioning do not communicate with them, the people providing the
captioning think everything is fine and continue to do what they have
always done.
Unfortunately, there are also people who may know that there is some
sort of problem, but they may not want to spend the time or the money
to fix the problem. Again, it is extremely important that you
continue to communicate with them until the problem is fixed.
It can be very frustrating dealing with a situation like this, and it
might be tempting to just ignore it. The problem is that, if you
ignore it, the people providing the captioning think no one is
watching captioning, and they think that providing captioning is not
important.
It is very important that we all learn to be educated consumers and
advocate for quality captioning.
A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF
being told – oh, you speak very well for a deaf person
(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
Ian Deandrea-Lazarus, a deaf medical student at
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
has filed a lawsuit against the American Heart Association.
He says this association does not caption its on-line
videos and have refused to do so.
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News of the Week – Looking Back 10 Years Ago:
One of nation’s most promising rodeo performers
on the pro rodeo circuit is a young deaf man, a senior
at Georgia School for the Deaf – Clint Thomas.
He recently finished runnerups at a regional
contest at Lake City, Florida in steer wrestling
and tie down roping. He will be competing again
at Bewman, Georgia and Conyers, Georgia this
month.
What is interesting is that Georgia is not
a hotbed of rodeo.
editor’s note – he still actively competing in
professional rodeo
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News of the Week – Looking Back 5 Years Ago:
It was announced that the Broadway revival of
“The Miracle Worker” will close on April 4th.
This play portrays the growing up years of
Helen Keller. We will always remember the huge
protests by deaf actors when a hearing girl
was selected for the Helen Keller role.
Poetic justice? Well, no producers like to
lose $2.5 million, be it a deaf play or a
hearing play.
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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:
DeafDigest does not want to mention the state involved,
but the story is true. The state, over the objections
of the deaf community, enacted a bill to establish
a state-wide referral center for parents that
wanted to know more about options in Deaf Education.
The deaf community was afraid the referrals would
bypass the deaf school and would steer parents
towards other educational options.
The law is still on the books, but the state has no
money to set up a full time referral center!
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The deaf in pleasure-reading books:
Not Guilty
by
Brian Grant
two teenagers, one deaf, one hearing, work together to investigate
an automobile accident
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– EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! –
remove part time community advocate for riverside and dispatcher in LA
* Deputy Director – Los Angeles, CA
* Human Resources Specialist, Part-Time – 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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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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three available positions
RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Job Openings
RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
state of North Carolina
* Behavioral Health Therapist- Morganton, NC
* Behavioral Health Therapist- Greensboro, NC
* Behavioral Health Therapist, Wilmington, NC
To learn more about RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing,
please visit our website:
http://www.
rhabehavioralhealth.org/
programs_services/our_deaf_
and_hard_of_hearing_services/
If interested in positions above, please contact:
Lindsey Gray
Business Manager
RHA Behavioral Health for the DHH
2527 E. Lyon Station Rd.
Creedmoor, NC 27522
919.518.9293 (Office)
919.528.2971 (fax)
mailto:LGray@rhanet.org
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position opening
Teacher of the Deaf
The Nashua School District
Nashua, New Hampshire
District Wide
Vacancy 2015-2016 school year
starting beginning of next school year
Salary Range: $39,284-$77,038 based on experience and degree status
The Nashua School District is seeking a Teacher of the Deaf, working under
the supervision of Special Education Program administrator, will provide
quality education to deaf and hard of hearing students, preschools through
high school age; through a commitment to team participation in planning
and implementation of student programs; communication and social skills
development; interagency cooperation, and a strong parent-teacher-student
linkage.
Teaching applicants must be NH certified or eligible as a Deaf and Hearing
Disability Teacher. We are seeking applicants proficient in sign
language. Experience with deaf and/or hard of hearing students in a
school setting is preferred.
Applicants should apply online at:
http://www.nashua.edu and include your cover letter, resume, three
letters of recommendation, copies of official transcripts and certification.
This position will remain open until filled.
EOE
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position vacancies
Iowa School for the Deaf
Council Bluffs, IA & Charles City, IA
ISD is located on a 115 acre campus located on the southern edge of
Council Bluffs, Iowa. The campus is within 15 minutes of downtown
Omaha, Nebraska. ISD serves students from the states of Iowa and
Nebraska.
ISD is currently seeking qualified individuals for the following
positions:
• Teacher of the Deaf (at the Northeast Regional Academy in
Charles City, Iowa)
• Teacher of the Deaf – secondary (Council Bluffs campus)
• Assistant Principal (Council Bluffs campus)
Information on the application procedures and job announcements on
each of these positions, can be found at the “employment” link on our
website: http://www.
iowaschoolforthedeaf.org
Or contact Human Resources at mailto:dleheup@
iowaschoolforthedeaf.org
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career announcement
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 . 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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Walden School Clinical Director
Walden School for the Deaf
Framingham, MA
position description at:
http://deafdigest.com/walden-
deaf-school-clinical-director/
If you are interested in applying please see the TLC
website at http://www.tlcdeaf.org for information on how to apply
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open positions
Walden School for the Deaf
positions in Framingham, MA & Springfield, MA
Walden School ILS Specialist
http://deafdigest.com/walden-
school-independent-living-
skills-specialist-position/
Walden School Staff Nurse
http://deafdigest.com/walden-
deaf-school-staff-nurse/
Wraparound Intensive Care Coordinator (Springfield, MA)
http://deafdigest.com/
wraparound-deaf-intensive-
care-coordinator-springfield/
Wraparound Family Partner (Springfield, MA)
http://deafdigest.com/
wraparound-deaf-intensive-
care-coordinator-springfield/
If you are interested in applying please submit a complete
application packet to mailto:HR@tlcdeaf.org
The application packet should include a cover letter,
resume, and application:
http://www.tlcdeaf.org/
uploaded/Human_Resources/EMP.
APPLICATION.pdf
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position opening
Social Worker/ Clinician ((LCSW or LSW)
ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services
West Trenton, NJ
Inspired Care
Begins with St. Joseph’s Healthcare
At St. Joseph’s Healthcare System, our inspiration comes from a tightly
knit team of accomplished professionals that help give people in our care
every opportunity to live life to the fullest. Through our commitment to
support, technology and training, we think you will find one of the most
rewarding and satisfying experiences of your career.
SOCIAL WORKER/CLINICIAN (LCSW or LSW)
ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services * West Trenton, NJ
As a key member of our ACCESS/Deaf Special Services team, you will work
with deaf children and adolescents, as well as their families, to assess
and develop treatment planning that will be utilized to help patients
attain and reach their personal goals.
Responsibilities include:
. Conducting various therapy modalities (individual, group, family)
. Developing and implementing treatment strategies
. Utilizing counseling techniques to engage clients in treatment
. Obtaining entitlements and linkages to community
resources/services for clients
. Completing comprehensive intake assessments and interpreting data
to formulate diagnosis
. Documenting services provided to clients and maintaining medical
records
. Participating in multi-disciplinary team meetings
Along with the ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language,
you should be a Graduate of an accredited Master’s Degree Program in
Social Work, Psychology or related field. Additionally, you should have a
current New Jersey LCSW License, valid NJ Driver’s License, and superior
oral/written communication, planning and organizational skills. Bilingual
English/Spanish preferred.
We offer a rewarding state-of-the-art environment, competitive salaries,
and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please
email your resume (indicate LCSW in the subject line) to
mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org, or apply online at www.jobs.stjosephshealth.org
St. Joseph’s Healthcare System
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Position Opening
Supervisor
Alaska State School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Anchorage, Alaska
Position Description: The ASSDHH Supervisor is responsible for the
administration and oversight of the Alaska State School for the Deaf
and Hard of Hearing (ASSDHH) from preschool through the high school
grades. The Supervisor is also responsible for the direct supervision
and evaluation of various ASSDHH special education staff and related
services providers. This position will research, develop and implement
curriculum and programs related to Deaf Education, as well as collaborate
with the school principal in the hiring, assignment and evaluation of
certificated and classified special education/related services (ASSDHH) staff.
Job Requirements:
Valid Alaska Type B administrative certificate
Minimum 3 years administrative experience
Minimum 5 years experience in deaf education
Bachelors or Master’s degree in Deaf Education or certificate endorsement
in Deaf Education
Fluency in English and American Sign Language demonstrated by the Advanced
level or above on the ASLPI or comparable sign language assessment.
Salary/Benefits: This is an Exempt position, and is not represented by any
Anchorage School District union. Number of workdays is 230.
Salary is $84,000 – $89,000 depending on related education and experience.
Participates in the Alaska Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Employees and
their families receive health and life insurance, including dental and
vision plans.
Details at http://www.asdk12.org/
benefits/
Contact Person: Tracy Pifer (907)-742-4243 or (907) 268-2041
(VideoPhone); mailto:Pifer_Tracy@asdk12.org
Apply Online: http://www.asdk12.org/
employment/certificated/
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Anticipated opening
Program Director
EDCO Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Bedford, MA
Description To direct the successful development, implementation and
communication for the EDCO Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
through the effective supervision of program staff, administration of
program budget, working collaboratively with EDCO administration, school
districts, host schools, parents and community resources in the service of
promoting student cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral and personal
development. For full job description, go to the following link.
https://www.schoolspring.com/
job.cfm?jid=1251272&
Send letter of interest, copy of updated resume, copy of DESE license,
three current letters of reference and copies of transcripts to:
Judith Vaillancourt, Associate Executive Director
EDCO Collaborative
36 Middlesex Turnpike
Bedford, MA 01730
E.O.E.
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position openings
– Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies
– Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC
Gallaudet University is the world leader in liberal education and career
development for deaf and hard of hearing students. The University enjoys
an international reputation for its outstanding academic programs
and for the ground breaking research it conducts.
Gallaudet University seeks progressive and dynamic leaders to fill the
positions of Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies, and
Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services (SEBHS).
– Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies:
The Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies provides academic
leadership for graduate education, continuing studies and distance education
at the University in collaboration with the deans of the College of Arts and
Sciences (CAS) and the School of Education and Human Services (SEBHS). The
Graduate School draws on Gallaudet’s rich heritage, distinguished faculty
and staff, and ASL-English bilingual environment to prepare deaf, hard of
hearing and hearing scholars, leaders and practitioners from diverse
backgrounds to excel in their professions and disciplines and to generate
knowledge through research and scholarship to inform theory and practice
in the disciplines and professions represented by graduate programs. The
ideal candidate for this position, in addition to ensuring the continuing
high quality of existing programs, will inspire and support innovation,
collaborating with the school deans and department chairs to the develop
new 21st century online and hybrid graduate and continuing studies
offerings, including new interdisciplinary programs and research. In
addition to overseeing the daily administration of offices related to
graduate education, continuing studies and distance education, the
dean works in collaboration with the Council on Graduate Education (CGE)
to review and approve curriculum actions and to develop and ensure
compliance with graduate school, continuing studies, and distance
education policies and procedures. The dean administers graduate
tuition scholarships and assistantships, and, in collaboration with
the deans of CAS and SEBHS, promotes and supports the recruitment,
mentoring, and retention of exemplary faculty, staff, and students
from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Candidates should possess an earned doctorate and evidence of
increasingly responsible leadership and supervisory experience in
higher education; a record of commitment to multicultural organizational
development and efforts that have maximized the effective education of
deaf and hard of hearing students from diverse backgrounds and cultures;
a record of successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate
levels and consistent engagement in research activities with an
extensive history of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed
journals; excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication,
writing and advocacy skills. Fluency in American Sign Language
required at the time of application.
Review of applications begins on March 16, 2015 and continues until the
position is filled.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a
completed job application to
mailto:personnel.office@
gallaudet.edu
View this position opening at:
http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?
select=Administrators#15001
– Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services (SEBHS):
Gallaudet University seeks a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as
dean of the School of Education, Business and Human Services (SEBHS).
The school houses eight academic departments that collectively enroll
approximately 600 diverse deaf, hard of hearing and hearing students in
undergraduate majors/minors and masters and doctoral degree programs.
These departments, with approximately 75 faculty, are Business, Counseling,
Education, Government and Public Affairs, Hearing, Speech, and Language
Sciences, Interpretation, Physical Education and Recreation, and Social
Work. The dean serves as chief administrator, spokesperson, and advocate
for SEBHS. The ideal candidate for this position, in addition to ensuring
the continuing high quality of existing programs, will inspire and support
innovation, collaborating with the dean of the college of Arts and
Sciences and the dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies to the
develop new 21st century online and hybrid undergraduate and graduate
offerings, including new interdisciplinary programs and programs of research.
Candidates should possess an earned doctorate and evidence of increasingly
responsible leadership and supervisory experience in higher education; a
record of commitment to multicultural organizational development and
efforts that have maximized the effective education of deaf and hard of
hearing students from diverse backgrounds and cultures; a record of
successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and an
established record of research and publication; excellent organizational,
interpersonal, communication, writing and advocacy skills; demonstrated
expertise in budgeting and resource allocation to achieve strategic
objectives. Fluency in American Sign Language required at the time of
application.
Review of applications begins on March 16, 2015 and continues until the
position is filled.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a
completed job application to
mailto:personnel.office@
gallaudet.edu
View this position opening at:
http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?
select=Administrators#14142
Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational
institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender,
national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, covered
veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, gender orientation,
family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source
of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or
any other unlawful basis.
Employees and recruiting sources are encouraged to refer qualified
individuals from protected classes for available positions. Individuals
who may have inquiries regarding the University’s policy and
procedures or who may wish to file a complaint should contact the
University’s EEO Office, Gallaudet University, 800 Florida Avenue,
N.E., Washington, DC 20002-3695, 202-651-5462.
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position opening
Instructional/Support Faculty
Rochester Institute of Technology/NTID
Rochester, NY
Position Title
Instructional/Support Faculty
College/Division
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Organization
NTID Liberal Studies
Faculty Type (Tenure Status)
Tenured
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Employment Category
Fulltime
Anticipated Start Date
12-Aug-2015
Department/College Description
THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT:
THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in
professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and
creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states
and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in
1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed,
coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career
education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000
undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest
private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree
programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home
to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been
honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great
Colleges to Work For” for four years. RIT is a National Science
Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is
responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in
the Upstate NY HERC.
Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region,
is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest
metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region,
which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and
ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16%
African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin.
It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S.
Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for “raising
a family” by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as
“Best Places to Live in America” by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in
Expansion Management Magazine’s ranking of metropolitan areas having
the best “quality of life in the nation”; and is among Essence
Magazine’s “Top 10 Cities for Black Families”?
Detailed Job Description
The National Technical Institute of the Deaf at Rochester Institute
of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at
the Assistant Professor rank in Criminal Justice to start August
2015. Responsibilities include teaching introductory courses in the
Criminal Justice major, as well as relevant interdisciplinary courses
in the General Education core as needed.
Successful applicants are expected to contribute to the Department of
Liberal Studies, the college of NTID, and RIT through research and
through mentoring of pre baccalaureate and baccalaureate Deaf and
Hard of Hearing students. We seek individuals who also have the
ability and interest to contribute to a community committed to
student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship;
integrity and ethics; respect, diversity, and pluralism; innovation
and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration.
Required Minimum Qualifications
– Ph.D, or ABD, in Criminal Justice, Juris Doctor, or terminal degree
in a closely related field completed by June 2015.
– Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.
– Evidence of scholarly activity and productivity in the field.
– Experience teaching and mentoring Deaf and Hard of Hearing
undergraduate students in introductory courses in Criminal Justice,
as well as relevant interdisciplinary courses in General Education.
– Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s
continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and
individual differences.
Required Minimum Education Level
PhD
Required Application Documents
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Cover Letter
Research Statement
Statement of Diversity Contribution
List of References
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
List of Publications
Letters of Recommendation
How To Apply
Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/559105 , search openings, then
KEYWORD SEARCH: 1459BR.
Please submit your application, your cover letter addressing the
listed qualifications; a vita including a list of publications, and
upload the following attachments:
– The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references
– A description of research plans, potential to collaborate with
other faculty, and commitment to mentoring undergraduate and graduate
students in research
– A statement of teaching philosophy and any experience that also
addresses commitment to undergraduate and graduate education
– Up to three sample publications/preprints (max size 5MB)
– A “contribution to diversity” statement.
Please arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation, one
of which includes an assessment of teaching potential, sent directly
via email to mailto:pjknge@rit.edu
You can contact the search committee with questions about the
position at mailto:careers@rit.edu
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a
suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to apply by
January 15, 2015.
Additional Details
RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity,
pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal
opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender,
religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring,
admissions, educational programs and activities.
RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with
disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you
need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and
hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at
585-475-2424 or email your request to mailto:Careers@rit.edu
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a
case-by-case basis.
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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 VP
calls; responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage
calendars, coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track
supplies and handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and
assist wherever and whenever possible.
Qualifications: Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years’
administrative assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and
excel. AA degree preferred. Must possess strong writing and
proofreading skills and excellent organizational skills. Fluency in
American Sign Language strongly preferred.
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