DeafDigest Blue – August 17, 2014
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/marthas-vineyard-deaf/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/describing-the-deaf/
This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-in-embassy/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/slow-deaf-golfers/
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Dedication:
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Kathleen Ollerenshaw, a deaf British woman who departed
us at the age of 101. She was one of British’s
leading mathematicians. Plus she served as Lord Mayor of Manchester and an advisor on education to Margaret Thatcher’s government.
She functioned as a hearing person and did not
know British Sign Language.
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Edwin Kipkosgei Kipchumba who departed us. He was
a deaf Kenyan long distance runner that won the
gold in the marathon at the 2005 Deaflympics. He
collapsed and died while on a training run.
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Top stories about the deaf:
Jamaica lawmakers passed the Disabilities Bill that is supposed to end discrimination against
the deaf and the disabled.
The FCC has ordered all wireless carriers to allow
911 text calls
Victor Ng Lung-fei, not deaf but has a deaf brother,
is planning to establish a district office in
Hong Kong to serve the deaf and the disabled.
He made his fortune in real estate and wishes
to serve in the public sector, hence the
district office.
The city of Greensburg, PA agreed to provide an interpreter
for a deaf kid, even though he does not reside in the city,
so he could play youth soccer.
The NAD board of directors have added three more people -
Sherri Collins, Alicia Lane-Outlaw and Pamela Lloyd-Ogoke.
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Many times people with hearing loss or deafness need to ask for an
accommodation for effective communication in health care. Here, you can
create such a card to use in these times, or in an emergency, to show
people and explain the accommodation you prefer for effective
communication. You can use the form below to create this emergency card.
Select the appropriate values from the lists. It will create a personalized
emergency message to outline what you need. When finished, click on the
\Create Card button below to create your own emergency card. Print the
card and keep it with your other identification cards so that it is easy
for you to get to when you need it.
If you are a health care provider, please ask health consumers how they
prefer to communicate with you. Become aware of this card and even share
this information with others at work.
Visit this link: Accommodation Card
http://www.healthbridges.info/?page_id=36
http://www.healthbridges.info
The HealthBridges website offers information about behavioral health
services, social services and resources available to persons who are Deaf,
DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing
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DEAF NON-WOW JOB
One deaf man worked for an embassy in Washington, DC;
people said it is a big, wow job for a deaf person.
The deaf man was honest. He said it is not “wow”
and this comment disappointed many deaf people. He said
he was just a file clerk with the embassy – not
involved with politics or with VIP meetings, etc.
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-in-embassy/
if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another
computer, click on bottom video
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A picture of deaf politician/leader Wilma Newhoudt-Druchen
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-picture-deaf-politician-wilma-newhoudt-druchen/
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SLOW DEAF GOLFERS
At a recent deaf golf tournament, the tournament
chairperson was complaining.
He complained that the deaf golfers were slow. They
liked to socialize with other deaf golfers on the same
course.
Slow golfers can cause the tournament to be delayed
in completion.
It is a problem with deaf golf tournaments!
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/slow-deaf-golfers/
if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another
computer, click on bottom video
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2nd Black Deaf Senior Citizen Reunion
September 11-14, 2014
Myrtle Beach, SC
http://deafdigest.com/2014-black-deaf-citizen-reunion/
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WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE?
being told:
I took a sign language class about 10 years ago
COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR – continuing series
A website called “Captioning Matters” has been created and is
maintained by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA). Its
purpose is to promote the value of broadcast captioning and CART
captioning that is offered by many of NCRA’s members.
According to the website, “The Captioning Matters campaign is
designed to promote best practices in the realm of broadcast and ADA
captioning.” This is a grassroots campaign that promotes the value of
quality captioning to television stations, content creators, and
individuals throughout the country. Organizations and individuals are
encouraged to sign onto NCRA’s Captioning Matters and express their
support of quality captions.
On this website, you will find useful information, articles, and
resources about captioning. A very important part of this website is
devoted to specifying the best practices that broadcast captioners,
captioning companies, content creators, video programming
distributors, and consumers of captioning services should follow so
that accurate and timely captions may be produced.
You can visit this website and see why “Captioning Matters.”
http://captioningmatters.wordpress.com/
A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF
being told -
I hate captions
(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
Genesis Healthcare, LLC would not hire a deaf applicant
for a job in a hospital cafeteria. The deaf applicant
had experience working in cafeterias in the past. EEOC,
not too happy about it, has filed a lawsuit against
the defendants in a federal district court.
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Deaf people can do anything
we have a deaf person who is/was a
– make up artist (for actors)
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News of the Week – Looking Back 10 Years Ago:
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Rocky Stone, the father of
the SHHH, who passed away on Friday.
Rocky, who needs no introduction to any of us, founded SHHH
to serve the needs of the late-deafened and the hard of hearing.
He was that rare individual that exhibited willingness to work with
all national organizations of the deaf and the hard of hearing on
mutual goals, regardless of different goals and missions.
In his much younger days, Rocky, who did not want to talk too
much about it, was a CIA operative, despite his deafness. He would
not talk too much even when pressed for details on his background.
Thank you, Rocky for serving all of us.
(editor’s note: DeafDigest still does not believe that Rocky
was an intelligence agent; inasmuch as Rocky didn’t want to
talk too much about it, his friends insisted that he was
a CIA operative)
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News of the Week – Looking Back 5 Years Ago:
911-related issues just cannot stay out of the
spotlight.
It was not too long ago that we were complaining
that these 911 centers do not have equipment that
were TTY compatible or that 911 operators have no
clue what a TTY call was all about.
Now that the TTY is practically obsolete,
we have a new beef – that these 911 centers cannot
handle text calls from our pagers.
This issue was raised by the National Emergency
Number Association.
(editor’s note: this is a perfect example of this
adage – What Goes Around Comes Around)
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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:
does a city have to provide an interpreter for a
non-resident that has requested such services?
The city said no inasmuch as he did not pay
residential tax, yet in a settlement, the
city agreed to do so.
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Lipreading: What did that person say?
I thought the hearing person said:
He has a must dash
Must dash????
He actually said:
He has a mustache
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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! -
* EDD Placement Coordinator – Norwalk, CA
* Staff Interpreter – Los Angeles, CA
* Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) – Riverside, CA
* Administrative Assistant – Los Angeles, CA
* Job Developer/Interpreter – Pacoima, 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:
Jeff Fetterman
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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posting a permanent position
Executive Director
Maine Center on Deafness
Portland, Maine
Maine Center on Deafness is posting a permanent position for
Executive Director at this time. This position is currently occupied
by an Interim ED and we invite qualified candidates to apply for this
position. MCD is a nonprofit organization that serves people in Maine
who are D/deaf, late-deafened or hard-of-hearing by providing
resources, advocating for social equality, and helping the general
public to better understand and appreciate Deaf culture and effective
ways of communication.
The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall management
of the organization which will include refinement of current programs
and development of new programs; management of budgeting and financial
planning, maintain compliance of state and local contracts/grants;
fundraising and recruitment, selection, and evaluation of the
management team.
The entire Job description, unfortunately can not be publicized by NAD
but you can view it in its entirety from
https://www.icloud.com/iw/#pages/BAJ3ptHp29jSJaEd29KBNbX8VfJC3DJQjMWF/MCDEdJobdescription
or
https://www.facebook.com/MCDBoard (& click on the link citing
the Executive Director Job description).
If you feel you have the qualifications and are up for a challenge,
please send us your resume to David Pileck, President of the Board at
MCD at mailto:davidmcdboard@gmail.com , Darleen Hutchins
( mailto: darleenmcdboard@gmail.com ), or Echo Kaply-Smith
( mailto:echomcdboard@gmail.com )
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vacancy notice
ASL Specialist
Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Mail or email application materials to:
RI School for the Deaf
Office of Human Resources
One Corliss Park
Providence, RI 02908
mailto:hedwards@rideaf.net
Application requirements
- Cover letter
- Resume
- CS-14 application
- Responses to supplemental questions
- Two Letters of Reference
- Equal Employment Opportunity Form (optional)
Employment opportunities, application requirements and instructions posted at http://www.dlt.ri.gov
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be
arranged in order to perform the essential functions of the job.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates selected for interview will be required to submit official transcripts.
*Subject to FTE approval and available funding
(Position is part of Board of Regents non union staff)
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
RI School for the Deaf
NONCLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: ASL Specialist
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Provides leadership in ASL development to students and staff in the acquisition, development and refinement of American Sign Language (ASL) knowledge and skills and support school-wide programming in ASL and Deaf culture for students and staff and parents.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Director with latitude to exercise independent judgment in the performance of assignments. Work is subject to review on a periodic basis or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally none. Will work as part of teams and in collaboration with others to achieve results. May supervise specific ASL tasks of Teachers and other staff and follow-up on assignments delegated by the Director.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develop, refine, coordinate, train and assist teachers in implementation of ASL curriculum in all classes and subject areas.
Provide ASL instruction and support in development of age-appropriate ASL skills and knowledge in the classroom group instruction and support to the teacher including designing and implementing lessons/activities that support student needs using best practice bilingual strategies.
Provide support to teachers as they develop, implement, monitor, and revise Individual Education Plans (IEP) related to ASL language development.
Create, maintain and coordinate administration of ASL assessments for entering students, 3 year evaluations, annual evaluations and classroom progress monitoring.
Promote ASL proficiency and appreciation of Deaf Culture awareness school-wide through coordination of the ASL/Deaf Culture Events Committee, Statewide ASL Poetry Competition and other similar activities and events.
Work with the school librarian to expand and maintain ASL and Deaf Studies resources for students and staff.
Keep abreast of current research & best practices in ASL teaching and learning.
Consistently model ASL/English bilingual communication.
Provide ASL Linguistics training for staff.
Coordinate and assist with family signacy & literacy events.
Provide direct ASL instruction and support to families to develop ASL skills and knowledge to communicate with and advocate for their child.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of the unique educational needs of deaf and hard of hearing students.
Knowledge and ability to apply bilingual teaching/learning principles and strategies.
In-depth knowledge and appreciation of Deaf culture and community.
Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, school staff, parents, school district personnel and deaf and hard of hearing students using ASL and English.
Qualifications:
Fluency in American Sign Language and in written English as evidenced by a SLPI rating of Superior plus
Experience providing ASL services to students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
ASLTA training preferred.
Teamwork and leadership skills.
EDUCATION: Master degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Education, Deaf Studies or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of five years experience in providing ASL services to students who are Deaf and hard of hearing. and/or any combination of education, knowledge, skills, and experience that is substantially equivalent.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please be aware that incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.
Supplemental Question #1 Your response should include 300-500 words.
Describe your qualifications for the ASL Specialist position and be specific about your educational background and experiences that make you an ideal candidate for this position.
Supplemental Question #2 Your response should include 300-500 words.
Explain why you want to be the ASL Specialist and describe your philosophy/approach to teaching staff how to develop and implement an ASL/English bilingual learning environment.
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employment opportunity
Principal, School for the Deaf
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), invites you to consider our employment opportunities. Interested persons are invited to visit CSDB’s website at: http://www.csdb.org/careers-2/ where the official job announcement for Principal, School for the Deaf may be found in its entirety, including major duties/responsibilities, under Non-Classified employment. This job announcement is open until the position is filled. The base salary shall be established commensurate with appropriate education and experience. Annual Salary Range: $82,506 to $94,021. Excellent benefits.
Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
33 North Institute Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
E-mail: mailto:clutz@csdb.org
(719) 578-2114 (phone); (719) 578-2239 (fax)
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open positions
Center for Human Development
Springfield, MA
Center for Human Development is seeking dedicated, compassionate staff for a new, innovative program providing residential services to deaf individuals with developmental disabilities in a house adjacent to Springfield College in Springfield, MA. Residents will have access to campus activities, facilities and entertainment.
- Program Supervisor
The ASL proficient supervisor responsibilities include supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; interfacing with Springfield College to recruit interns; implementation of client treatment plans; participation in on-call rotation, oversight of documentation, oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; serving as a liaison to external providers and the community at-large.
Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years’ experience with the population as well supervisory experience. Must have excellent oral and written communication and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor’s Degree in related field required. Reliable automobile and valid driver’s license required.
To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0192.
- Assistant Supervisor
The ASL proficient assistant supervisor responsibilities include assisting with the supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; implementation of client treatment plans, participation in on-call rotation; assisting supervisor with oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; participating with supervision in liaising with external providers and the community at-large.
Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years’ experience with the population. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Reliable automobile and valid driver’s license required.
To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0193.
- Residential Staff
The ASL proficient Direct Care Staff responsibilities include supporting clients’ activities of daily living, administering medications as needed, advocating for individuals within various community settings, providing opportunities to optimize clients’ independence and quality of life, and interfacing with Springfield College and the Springfield College interns working within the residence. Staff will develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide support and guidance with a person-centered focus.
Qualifications: Candidates will be ASL proficient; ideally have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; possess strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills necessary. Must have a vehicle for work use and current driver’s license; ability to complete medication administration training; deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process.
To Apply: Visit http://www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0191.
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Employment Opportunity
School Leader – Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware
Salary: $106,965 – $113,793
Start Date: Mutually Agreeable Date
Qualifications: – Master’s Degree in Deaf Education or related field – Delaware Eligibility for School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate
- Administrative experience preferred
- Minimum five years of teaching experience in deaf education
- Knowledge of Federal (IDEA) regulations for Special Education
- Knowledge of current research and best practices in education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Fluency in American Sign Language
- Successful completion of the Praxis I or Praxis Core (Only for those candidates not already certified)
- Prior experience with scheduling, professional development and curriculum for students/staff preferred
See complete posting on the Christina School District Website
Website: www.christinak12.org
CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources Office
600 North Lombard Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
PH: 302-552-2650 – FX: 302-552-2651
The Christina School District is an EOE/M/F/H/V
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open positions
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
positions in different parts of the state
- SOUTH GEORGIA
Middle GA
http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698di
Macon, Georgia – the “Song and Soul of the South”! Where you can hike
through the ancient Indian mounds and experience the state’s largest
collection of African American history, art, and culture. Sit on the
dock with R&B music icon Otis Redding’s life size bronze statue, or
stroll down wide avenues lined with art galleries, boutiques, and
architecture as diverse as the people who built it. Sample mouth
watering soul food or try signature dishes from local restaurants in
a town where a night out means fine dining, drinks, or dancing, but
also a moonlit walk among Old South mansions, a Broadway play, or a
live show at the birthplace of Southern rock.
- Athens
Athens: North East GA, College Town
http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698dh
In the sweltering Georgia heat, no place is as cool as Athens. This
hip college town is home to the University of Georgia, Pulitzer Prize
winning authors and famous rock musicians. Explore the downtown area,
where Victorian buildings are filled with an eclectic combination of
independent coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques. Named “Live
Music Central,” Athens’ busy music venues are known around the world.
Throughout the decades, this classic city has grown in sophistication
to become a unique portrait of Southern heritage and hospitality.
Rome has a strong arts community, a passion for history and a respect
for the three gentle rivers winding through the heart of the city.
Our attractions, historic sites and natural beauty are tempting, but
what really stands out are the people – the smiles – the Southern
hospitality that offers an open invitation.
Whether you are visiting to shop for antiques or to hike our rich
mountain trails, you will never forget “where the rivers meets the
mountains begin.
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Current/anticipated vacancies for the 2014-2015 school year
The Georgia School for the Deaf
Cave Spring, Georgia
MISSION STATEMENT
All GSD students will graduate with a positive Deaf identity as bilinguals
in American Sign Language and written English, and will be prepared to
make successful life choices.
VISION STATEMENT
The Georgia School for the Deaf offers high quality educational and
extracurricular activities that prepare its graduates for further
academic, social and career success. This is achieved in a fully
accessible American Sign Language (ASL)/English bilingual environment,
which recognizes ASL users as a distinct cultural and linguistic group.
This fosters positive self-acceptance and self-esteem, affording each
student the ability to effectively navigate the world they encounter
beyond their K-12 experience. As part of this lifelong learning
philosophy, all staff and students consistently strive to improve their
use of both ASL and written English.
SCHOOL HISTORY
Northwest Georgia’s picturesque Vann’s Valley is the home of the Georgia
School for the Deaf, Georgia’s only residential school serving Deaf and
Hard-of-Hearing students. GSD was established in 1846 on the grounds of
the Hearn Academy by one of its teachers, O. P. Fannin. A log cabin and a
$5000 legislative grant began a more than 160-year-long tradition of
service to children across the state. GSD was the eleventh residential
school for the Deaf established in the United States. GSD has an
expansive campus of 480 acres in the small community of Cave Spring. The
relationship between Cave Spring and GSD is unique because many residents
and business owners are able to communicate with sign language.
Below are vacancies for the upcoming school year:
- Paraprofessional
- Residential Advisor
- Nurse, School Clinic
- Teacher
- Graduation Coach
- American Sign Language Specialist
- Reading Content Specialist
- Life Adjustment Supervisor
- Sign Language Interpreter
- Recreation Director
We invite interested parties to visit the GSD website at:
http://gsdweb.org and learn more about our school and campus. For
specific information on the vacancies listed above, click on the
Employment link (home page) for the official job announcements in their
entirety, including a description of duties, minimum/preferred
qualifications, salary/benefits information, application instructions as
well as the required State of Georgia Application for Employment form.
The Georgia School for the Deaf is an equal opportunity employer.
Georgia School for the Deaf
Personnel Office
232 Perry Farm Road SW
Cave Spring, GA 30124
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position opening
Clinician LSW/LCSW
ACCESS Outpatient Services
Paterson, NJ
MUST BE PROFICIENT IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
As a key member of our ACCESS Outpatient Services, providing behavioral
health services to Deaf and hard of hearing people in NJ, you will provide
psychotherapy and case management services to Deaf/HOH individuals and
their families.
Recognized as the leading provider of behavioral health services to this
population in NJ, you will have opportunities to provide consultation to
various agencies, psychiatric service providers, and school settings,
on-site and in the community.
As needed, your expertise in working with Deaf individuals will also be
called upon to assist agencies by providing assessment and recommendations
about the deaf individual to increase their understanding and their
capacity to provide appropriate accommodated services to Deaf/HOH people.
To qualify, you must have:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling
- NJ State licensure or eligibility
- Superior American Sign Language skills/experience working with
Deaf/HOH
- Demonstrated clinical skills, treatment planning, coordination of
services
- Excellent written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and
organizational skills
We offer a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and a
comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please email
your resume to: mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.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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job opening
Outreach Coordinator-Utah
Hamilton Relay, Inc
Location: Salt Lake City area
Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a full-time position open for Outreach
Coordinator-Utah
Location: Salt Lake City area
Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating
and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications
Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for
Relay Utah.
Education, Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience in the
design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related
marketing experience are required.
- Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay
Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus.
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns
- Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide
variety of audiences
- Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and
non-profit sectors
- Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes
used by current and potential relay users
- Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from
relay services:
* Senior Community
* Hard of Hearing Community
* Deaf Community
* Speech Disabled
- Able to travel alone
- Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to
apply.
For the full job description and application visit:
http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800)
821-1831 by July 7, 2014.
Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or
disability.
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job opening
Louisiana Outreach Coordinator
Hamilton Relay, Inc
Baton Rouge, LA
Hamilton Relay Services Division in Baton Rouge, LA, currently has a
full-time position open for Outreach Coordinator.
Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating
and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications
Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for
Louisiana Relay Services.
Education, Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience in the
design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related
marketing experience are required.
- Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay
Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus.
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns
- Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide
variety of audiences
- Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and
non-profit sectors
- Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes
used by current and potential relay users
- Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from
relay services:
* Senior Community
* Hard of Hearing Community
* Deaf Community
* Speech Disabled
- Able to travel alone
- Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to
apply.
For the full job description and application visit:
http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800)
821-1831 by July 7, 2014.
Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or
disability.
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position announcement
Speech Teacher
Rochester School for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED:
September 1, 2014
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To plan for and implement the speech and communication programs
for moderately, severely, and profoundly deaf students enrolled at the
school.
To write and implement student IEPs and to keep reports as
required.
To participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to
plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student
success.
DESIRED UALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Speech/Language
Pathology.
New York State certification to teach the Speech and Hearing Handicapped
and NYS Licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist.
Experience facilitating the speech/language/ communication development of
Deaf students.
Advanced Rating on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI).
FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent
Rochester School for the Deaf
1545 St. Paul Street
Rochester, New York 14621
Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will
be asked to interview.
CLOSING DATE: Until filled.
RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in
employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion,
color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.
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position vacancies
Kansas School for the Deaf
Olathe, KS
The Kansas School for the Deaf, 450 East Park St., Olathe, KS 66061, is
currently seeking qualified individuals for the following positions for
the 2014 – 2015 school year:
- School Counselor (new)
- Part-Time Audiologist
- Secondary Math Teacher
Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon
professional background and experience. KSD offers excellent benefits
(Full Time Positions Only). Applicants will be screened and the most
highly qualified applicants will be invited for an interview session.
Positions are open until filled. KSD is located in the Heartland of the
USA, part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. For area info on
excellent schools and affordable housing check out: http://www.kcmo.org/
and http://www.olatheks.org/
For an application and a job announcement on each of these positions,
please refer to our website at www.kssdb.org or contact Ann Troyer, Human
Resources Professional, at (913) 791-0501 (V/TTY) for further details on
the positions. E-mail: mailto:atroyer@kssdb.org Fax #: 913/780-6563
An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunities Agency
Tobacco Free Campus
KSD Embraces Diversity
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Announcing an opening
Principal – two vacancies
The American School for the Deaf
West Hartford, CT
SCOPE OF DUTIES
Supervises the work of teachers, teacher aides, and clerical staff for a
specific educational department of the American School for the Deaf.
Exercises considerable ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit
the needs, abilities, and conditions peculiar to deaf students; and does
related work as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master’s Degree in Education of the Deaf, State of CT Teacher Certificate
(057 or 065), State of CT Intermediate Supervision Certificate (092) or
ability to secure same. Good judgment. Ability to work in a
collaborative team setting. Ability to work flexible hours when needed.
HOW TO APPLY
Send resume and letter of application to:
Human Resources
American School for the Deaf
139 North Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107-1269
FAX (860) 570-1832
The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religious creed, gender, age, national origin, ancestry,
marital status, gender orientation, gender identity or expression,
disability
(including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present
history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability),
genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state
and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.
Visit http://www.asd-1817.org for detailed job description
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position opening
Teacher Aide
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Scranton, PA
REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a non-exempt, full-time 187 day position. The
Teacher Aide works with a teaching staff to assist in carrying out
educational program for a student. Provides coverage in classrooms when
needed during IEP meetings and at other times. Assists with teaching and
reinforcing living skills. Reinforces behavior programs and plans that
may be in place for a child. Assists with transporting student from place
to place when needed. Acts as an assistant to the teacher in helping to
reinforce any academic, social, emotional or behavior goals on the child’s
IEP.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered, Associate’s degree with general training
or experience in child development and/or experience working with deaf
children is preferable. The individual must be familiar with needs of
deaf students. Some experience in the area of deafness is preferred.
Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language
Proficiency Interview (SLPI); .Advanced. level skills are preferred at
hire.
PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required.
STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not
discriminate in its programs of education, employment,
and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin,
ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference.
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position opening
Residential Supervisor, Afternoon Shift
Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
REPORTS TO: Dean of Students
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours
per week, 187 days/year. The Residential Supervisor supervises and
interacts with children during recreational times, meal times, and study
times. Assists students with homework assignments; some tutoring may be
involved. The Residential Supervisor is also responsible for the safety
and security of the students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree preferred; high school diploma required;
individual must be of strong moral character, enthusiastic, and work well
with children in recreational activities. The individual must be able to
respond to a variety of situations including emergencies. Experience
working with deaf children is helpful.
The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is
“Advanced”. The minimum level accepted at hire is “Intermediate”.
FBI, Child Abuse and Criminal Background clearances required.
STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not
discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other
activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry,
gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference.
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position opening
Senior Accountant
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Pittsburgh, PA
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is an exempt, full-time position.
Responsibilities: administers the recording, accumulation and
reporting of all financial information concerning the school’s operations
into the general ledger; perform month-end and year-end closing
activities, preparation of journal entries, bank reconciliations, the
National School Lunch program accounting, tax reporting preparation
including 990, 990T, 5500 reporting, maintenance of business office IT,
assist with coordination of annual audit and budgeting, investment
reporting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background and
Act 82
clearances required. Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Business
or Accounting. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting,
including some supervisory experience.
DEADLINE: ASAP
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
E-mail: mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org
The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its
programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis
of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion,
disability,
or gender preference.
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Position opening
Superintendent of Schools/Chief Executive Officer
Rochester School for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
Rochester (NY) School for the Deaf (RSD) is seeking a Superintendent of
Schools/Chief Executive Officer. Established in 1876, RSD is a private,
New York State-supported school providing educational programs and related
services for deaf and hard-of-hearing children, newborn to age 21. The
salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and
experience. The successful candidate must be eligible for New York State
administrative certification (School District Leader or School District
Administrator). Interested persons should go to http://www.leadschools.us
and follow the “Current Vacancies” link. A current resume and a cover
letter should be uploaded with the application file. The application
deadline is June 30, 2014.
Questions should be directed to: Howard S. Smith, Ed.D., Associate, School
Leadership, LLC; E-mail: mailto:leadschools@aol.com
Phone: (800) 975-1730; (716) 949-2013.
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career opportunities
PAHrtners Deaf Services
positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA
www.pahrtners.com/careers
www.facebook.com/deafjobs
NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE
PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health
professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults.
Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services
to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults.
Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing!
As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is
rapidly growing and expanding. 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.
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:
Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
- Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations
Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults
with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs – Full
Time; Glenside location
Residential Program Assistant for Adult Residential Program – Full
Time; Glenside location
Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with
Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs – Full Time;
Glenside location
Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for
Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location
Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside
location
Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location
HR Assistant- Full Time; Glenside location
Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each
position.
Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/deafjobs
Send your letter of intent and resume to:
Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager
PAHrtners Deaf Services,
614 N. Easton Road,
Glenside, PA 19038
Email: mailto:ewilliams@pahrtners.com
Fax: 215-884-6301
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