DeafDigest Blue – July 13, 2014
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-sign-language-liar/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-next-each-other-in-restaurant/
This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/new-teller-not-know-deaf/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hearing-talk-confusion/
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Top stories about the deaf:
Robert Rademacher has been elected the new president of
the Deaf Pilots Association. He is planning to host the
next Deaf Pilots Association’s Fly-in event in
Rochester in 2016.
Donna Sorensen, an experienced administrator, was appointed
as the new superintendent of the Montana School for the
Deaf and the Blind.
NTID has dethroned Gallaudet as the College Bowl champions
at the recently-ended NAD conference. What this means is that
Gallaudet will vow revenge at the next NAD Conference.
In Great Britain, there is a new accident “racket” -
injured drivers are claiming loss of hearing while
filing lawsuits! The insurance companies are trying to
stop this racket.
Advocacy groups representing the deaf are saying that Apple
is not doing enough to help them with mobile devices. And
that they are afraid to get Apple angry at them!
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Lets’ plan an escape from harsh winters in the North
Go on the Bahamas Cruise with us on Happy New Year’s Day
You’ll get to swim with dolphins and tropical fish in turquoise
waters, or soar above the sea in a parasail at Coco Cay private island.
Then explore the islands’ thrilling history of Bahamas & Key West.
It’s a slice of paradise dream vacation you’ll never forget !
Also There will be a Happy New Year Eve Party!
Soon to be sold out because it is a very popular holiday cruise so
let’s book today!
Dec 29, 2014-15 for 4 nights 5 days
http://www.deafvacationcruise.com/bahamas.html
or call me 217-408-0485
Thank you, John Riordan, Deaf Travel Agent & Host group cruise
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BANK TELLER WHISPERING TO ANOTHER TELLER
You go to the same bank every week to deposit
your money.
You go to the same teller that knows you are deaf.
But this week, the same teller is busy with another
customer so you go to a different teller window.
The new teller does not know you, and says something.
Suddenly the old teller sees you and runs to the new
teller, whispering in his ear “he is deaf.”
Is this polite or is this rude?
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
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computer, click on bottom video
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Association of Late Deafened Adults Conference
October 8-12, 2014
Norfolk, VA
http://deafdigest.com/2014-association-of-late-deafened-adults-conference/
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TALKING TO THE DEAF PERSON OR PERSON BEHIND DEAF PERSON?
We always hate it when you think a hearing person is
talking to you.
He really wasn’t talking to you but talking to a hearing
person behind you.
You respond to the hearing person, and it can get all
very confusing at the same time!
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
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computer, click on bottom video
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Deaf Participants in Reality Shows
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BRITISH DOCTORS ARE ANGRY
The British doctors are angry. Why? Because the
telecommunication carriers plan to charge the doctors
for sending text messages to remind patients to show
up for their appointments.
Many of these doctors have deaf patients.
COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR – continuing series
Some errors that captioners and CART providers make are a result of
mishearing what is said, but many of the errors where it may appear that
the captioner misheard something are actually caused by word boundary
problems when the computer software is translating the steno.
Because captioners write syllable by syllable and do not put spaces
between the words, something like a “grand parade” may translate as a
“grandpa raid.” The captioner may have heard it correctly, but when he
or she entered the steno, the computer translated it in an incorrect way.
Someone may ask, “Did the men unite against the cause?” A captioner has
to be cautious that that does not translate as “Did the menu night against
the cause?” Because these two sentences are basically the same phonetically,
a captioner somehow has to make the distinction between the “u” sound coming
at the end of the word or at the beginning of the word.
Many captioners were not taught a way to differentiate between the two
sentences above, and they must come up with their own way to do
it. Sometimes captioners realize that there is a word boundary problem
only after a sentence has been written and the viewers have already seen
the mistake.
A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF
after a family visit and then being ignored by family members,
being told “I am glad you are here”
(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
The parents of a CI student in India has filed a lawsuit.
It is to force the school to allow the student to wear
his CI during exams. The administrators were afraid the
student was using his CI to get outside answers for
the exam questions.
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Deaf people can do anything
we have a deaf person who was a
– meteorologist
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News of the Week – Looking Back 10 Years Ago:
Our Sixth Sense is being researched, quite seriously by a team of
researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
As we know, the Sixth Sense is acute among deaf people as a way of
compensating for one of our missing senses.
Glad to see that these MIT people is recognizing the Sixth Sense
even though they did not mention deafness in their study.
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News of the Week – Looking Back 5 Years Ago:
We have had high profile deaf and hard of hearing
individuals serve as spokespersons for respective
organizations or agencies serving the deaf.
Examples were famous actress Nanette Fabray, during
the seventies, and in recent years – Marlee Matlin,
Heather Whitestone-McCallum, among others.
These people were household names where recognition
and identity were instant.
But Paul Rabil? Hard-core lacrosse fans know who
he is – a former Johns Hopkins University star and
now playing professionally with the Boston Cannons
in the pro lacrosse league.
He is the spokesperson for the National Cued Speech
Association.
Not too many people, outside of the close-knit
lacrosse community, knew he had a lifelong hearing
loss.
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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:
A student at an interpreting program complained
“it is expensive to become an interpreter”
he was referring to high tuition costs at the local
interpreting program
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Lipreading: What did that person say?
At a restaurant with deaf friends, the deaf
person thought the waitress, at the cash register,
said “26″
26 dollars for a low cost meal?
She actually said:
“Sweet Tea” to confirm the deaf person’s order!
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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! -
* EDD Placement Coordinator – Norwalk, CA
* Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) – Los Angeles, CA
* Staff Interpreter (2 positions available)- Riverside, CA (CODIE)
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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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.
- Rome
Beautiful North GA Mountains
http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698dd
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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position opening
Executive Director
Deaf Access Services, Inc
Buffalo, NY
Salary:
Full time and commensurate with experience
Qualifications: BA/BS in Business/Non-Profit Administration or Human
Services or equivalent with a minimum of five years management experience
required or Masters Degree in Business/Non-Profit Administration with a
minimum of three years management experience. Proven experience with
fundraising, grant writing, marketing, budget and financial management
strongly desired. Thorough knowledge of Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Hearing
cultures required as well as Sign Language proficiency. Strong people
skill, diplomacy and public speaking abilities are necessary.
DAS encourage qualified applicants with Deaf culture and ASL experience to
apply. This position is a unique professional opportunity within
Buffalo/Western NY for innovative, talented, and experienced leaders.
Relocation funds may be available dependent on candidate selection.
Buffalo, NY/ Western NY offers a vibrant Deaf Community with affordable
living, access to arts and culture, sporting venues, lakefront activities
and continuing education opportunities.
Application and full job description can be downloaded at www.wnydas.org.
Please send cover letter and resume with completed application to: Deaf
Access Services, Inc., 2495 Main Street, Attention: Executive Director
Search Committee, Suite 446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to
mailto:EDSEARCH@wnydas.org
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Position Opening
Community Advocate
Deaf Access Services, Inc
Buffalo, New York
Category: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Reports to: Executive Director
Detailed Job Description:
General Summary
The Community Advocate partners with deaf and hard of hearing individuals
to address their individualized needs within the WNY community while
maintaining their full access to the rights, privileges, and opportunities
available to the general public. Using a strengths-based, problem solving
approach, the Advocate promotes the client’s self-determination,
independence, and celebration of his/her language, identity, and culture.
The Advocate also works with businesses, agencies, and service providers
on both an individual and systems basis in order to educate them on the
needs and rights of deaf and hard of hearing individuals as required by
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Domains within which the
Advocate may provide support to clients include but are not limited to the
following: communication assistance, peer counseling, disability benefits,
health care, housing, money management, transportation, independent
living, assistive technology, and employment.
Major Responsibilities
1. Guide deaf and hard of hearing clients in the selection of the
communication method(s) that will provide them full access to community
information and services (i.e., interpreters, relay services, CRT
services, and document translation).
2. Educate deaf and hard of hearing clients and the community at
large on the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
the rights and responsibilities contained therein.
3. Provide individual and small group assistance to deaf and hard
of
hearing clients in the areas of disability benefits, health care, housing,
money management, transportation, independent living, assistive
technology, employment, the ADA, and more.
4. Peer counsel clients by providing them with empathetic support
and
guidance as they deal with everyday problems and crisis situations,
referring them to community mental health providers and support groups,
when appropriate.
5. Work with underserved individuals and groups, including senior
citizens, school transition youth, and deaf refugees.
6. Collaborate with the Community Education Coordinator to educate
businesses, agencies, and other service providers in small and large group
settings on topics that include but are not limited to the following:
American Sign Language (ASL), Deafness, Deaf Culture, the ADA, and the
various laws and programs that benefit and protect the rights of deaf and
hard of hearing persons.
7. Screen all new clients and document needs and recommended
services
via an intake form.
8. Document services provided to clients via a daily log sheet, and
submit a monthly report to the Executive Director.
9. Collaborate with the Public Relations Coordinator to promote the
advocacy services DAS provides.
10. Work with the Executive Director and business office to
establish
and manage a sustainable budget for the services provided by the Community
Advocate.
Other Responsibilities
1. Assist, as needed, at DAS activities and events (including
fundraising events).
2. Perform other tasks and projects, as assigned by the Executive
Director.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or Social Work preferred.
Experience
Experience working with persons who are deaf and hard of hearing
Experience collaborating with others and advocating for their needs
Experience working with a wide variety of community agencies and services
Required Skills
1. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
2. In-depth knowledge of sign language, Deafness, and Deaf Culture
3. Strong interpersonal skills with diverse groups of people
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Computer competency in Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, and Outlook
6. Ability to organize and prioritize work
7. Ability to establish and manage a departmental budget
Required Application Documents
Completion of DAS Application Form
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Start Date: As soon as possible; position posting open until filled.
How to Apply
Application and full job description can be downloaded at www.wnydas.org.
Please send cover letter and resume with completed application to:
Deaf Access Services, Inc.,
Attention: Executive Director Search Committee,
2495 Main Street, Suite 446,
Buffalo, NY 14214
or e-mail to mailto:EDSEARCH@wnydas.org
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position opening
Mental Health Clinician
Deaf Services; Sound Mental Health
Seattle, WA
Full time with full benefits (Seattle). Provide individual, group and
family counseling; mental health evaluation and case management for Deaf,
hard of hearing and Deaf-Blind individuals of all ages. Collaborate with a
multi-disciplinary Deaf Services team. Applicants must be fluent in ASL &
knowledgeable about Deaf Culture. Master’s in Counseling, Social Work
or related field required. Licensure and/or chemical dependency
experience
a plus.
Salary = DOQ.
Send letter of interest, resume and salary history to:
Sound Mental Health,
Attn: Anne Baldwin, Job #14-066,
1600 E. Olive St.,
Seattle, WA 98122
or fax to (206) 302-2210 or e-mail to mailto:AnneB@smh.org
SMH is an EEO/AA Employer
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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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