2014-03-10

DeafDigest Blue – March 9, 2014

Blue Edition              Barry Strassler, Editor
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/no-cc-on-back-of-dvd/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-tradie/

This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-executive-director-needed/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/waiter-nervous-with-deaf/

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sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always

confidential

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New DVD from Keith Wann: “Watching Two Worlds Collide”

Keith Wann is one of America’s funniest ASL comedians and a child of

deaf adults (CODA). In his new DVD, now at Harris Communications,

Keith takes you on a hilarious “visual” journey to describe his

childhood experiences. Learn about the deaf and hearing worlds and

how they often clash with the help of a mischievous child of deaf

adults. Be captivated by his controlled chaos and total pandemonium

comedy explosions. His wacky, off-the-wall stories ring true with

CODAs everywhere and are equally funny for other members of the deaf

community.

For a limited time, “Watching Two Worlds Collide” (DVD261) is on sale

for only $18.00.

To find out more and see a video clip, go to:
http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB030914

Contact us at:
mailto:info@harriscomm.com

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The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both

ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the

Blue section.

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Dedication

DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Marjoriebell Holcomb,

Fremont, CA, or better known as Mabs, that departed us. She was a role model for young deaf women to live up to,

was always encouraging them to reach heights they

never dreamed of attaining. She pushed them to succeed

even when the society, many years ago, didn’t encourage

such upwards mobility!

Top stories about the deaf:

The new Executive Director of Deaf Action Center, based

in Dallas, Texas is Heather Hughes.

The state of Arizona is giving the board of the

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind in

hiring a new superintendent. This does not look good

because it may not require applicants to have experience

in education of the deaf and of the blind.

“Girls on the Run” is a new national program that encourages

young females to pursue recreational running while following

a fun, experienced-based curriculum to help them to be joyful,

healthy and confident. Anyway, St Mary’s School for the

Deaf in Buffalo, NY, is the first deaf school to join this

movement.

The Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing board has picked Sherry Appleby as the new chair.

Indonesian activists have accused the government of not paying

attention to the needs of the deaf and the disabled, saying

that the United Nation’s Convention on the Right Person with Disabilities have not been honored in the nation.

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Explore. Experience.

Enjoy An evening infused with international wines, contemporary art, gourmet hour oeuvres & a silent auction.

Wine Tasting and Silent Auction

Deaf-REACH Fundraising Event

Hiller Art Space

9 Hillyer Court, NW Washington, DC

April 12, 2014

6p-9pm

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DEAF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NEEDED

At Chestnut Lane Assisted Living for the Deaf, there was

a job posting, asking for applications for the Executive

Director position.

No deaf person applied for the job! Why?

- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-executive-director-needed/

if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another

computer, click on bottom video

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additions to list of deaf-owned restaurants

David Myers, retired executive director of Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,

owns two restaurants in Port Aransas, Texas.

Do see the updated list at:
http://deafdigest.com/list-of-deaf-owned-restaurants/

Myers, by the way, is not retired from work with the

deaf; he is involved with interpreting issues in

the state.

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A NERVOUS WAITER IN RESTAURANT

Two deaf people ordered their meals in a restaurant.

The waiter became nervous because of their deafness.

These two deaf people were chatting in ASL, and it

made the waiter more nervous.

He always thought they, with their ASL, were asking

the waiter for something more – such as water, coke

refills, new napkins, ordering more from the menu, etc.

The waiter came to their table many times, and

each time the deaf people said “no, we did not ask for

you”.

- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/waiter-nervous-with-deaf/

if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another

computer, click on bottom video

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a new addition to list of deaf reality show participants

http://deafdigest.com/realityshows/

the new addition is listed on the bottom of the page

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A STORE IN BELFAST

There is a store, named Aina Moja, that is located

in Belfast.

Not Belfast, Northern Ireland, but in Maine. It sells

a Sasa Designs line – which are pieces of jewelry. These

pieces have been built by the deaf of Kenya.

WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE?

you excuse yourself to go to the rest room with a heavy guilt

on your mind, knowing your deaf client is stranded in middle

of a group of hearing people

if you have these “hate” or “horror” stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR – continuing series

In order to be able to tell good realtime captioning from bad

realtime captioning, there are a few things we must

understand.  First of all, if a program is being captioned live,

there are bound to be some mistakes because the captioners are only

human, and they do make mistakes.  When they are captioning a program

live, there is no time to fix the mistakes.

However, you need to educate yourself about what is an acceptable

amount of errors.  There are times when the captioning may be

absolutely terrible with error after error, and we must not just

settle for poor captioning.  We must let the people in charge of

providing the captioning know about this lack of quality.

There are people who say that they know how to do realtime captioning

who really aren’t able to provide quality captioning, and they are

being hired because they may charge less than the good realtime

captioners.

A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF

watching the interpreter not acting in a professional manner!

(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

Two deaf women have filed a lawsuit against the Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth of Texas for not providing them with interpreters.

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Did you know that -

Barnard College, in New York City, now part of Columbia

University, was named after a deaf man – Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard. He was a mathematician and educator before

becoming the college president.

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News of the Week – Looking Back 10 Years Ago:

The deaf and hard of hearing in Texas will still have

a commission for the deaf and the hard of hearing to call

its own despite reorganization and budgetary concerns.

David Myers continues as the head, though the title

and the agency has changed. Instead of TCDHH, it will

fall under the umbrella of Department of Assistive and

Rehabilitation Services (DARS).

Said one deaf observer “good news is that services

won’t be cut and only non-essential staff will be laid

off such as office personnel, janitors, etc. All will

be sharing the same functions. This removal of

duplication will save taxpayer dollars.”

(editor’s note: Myers has since then retired from his

position)

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News of the Week – Looking Back 5 Years Ago:

From the political dog house to political fame

is the name of the game with John West, who is

deaf, but functions as a hearing person.

John, a past councilman, was suspended from the

Fenland District Council in United Kingdom for raising

his voice in a heated council meeting.

Bouncing back, he has become the new mayor of

March, which is one of the towns that is served by

the Fenland District Council.

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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has a fund for deaf people

that cannot afford legal services. This is great- just

that how many deaf Pennsylvanians are aware of it?

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A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say?

A mother was asking her deaf son to do a favor and pick up

laundry detergent from the grocery store

The deaf son thought the mother said:

please pick up a box of Call

CAll?

She actually said:

please pick up a box of All

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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! -

*  Director of Human Services – Los Angeles, CA

*  Staff Interpreter – Los Angeles, CA

*  Staff Interpreter – Riverside, CA (CODIE)

*  Community Advocate – Los Angeles, CA

*  Community Advocate – Riverside, CA  (CODIE)

*  Community Advocate (Part-time) – 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(323) 550-4207

Fax #:  (323) 550-4204

E-mail: mailto:jfetterman@gladinc.org

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open positions in North Carolina

Deaf Services Specialist position is located in Asheville, North Carolina.
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=778196

Raleigh Regional Center Manager is located in Raleigh North Carolina.
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=823781

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position opening

Vice President, Development and Alumni Relations

Gallaudet University

Washington, DC

Serves as the chief development officer responsible for overseeing, in support of the Gallaudet Strategic Plan, all fund raising strategies and programs and alumni activities; has responsibilities for establishing and directing major University fundraising campaigns; has responsibility for working directly with major donors; implements programs that elicit support from alumni; works closely with the President, members of the Board of Associates (BOA), Board of Trustees (BOT), the President’s Cabinet, and other administrative leaders to achieve annual fundraising goals; and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet.

Master’s degree in communication or education, or a related field and a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible and demonstrably successful fund raising experience in a not-for-profit, college or university environment.  High level writing skills and interpersonal skills.  At least five years of successful director/supervisory experience.  Self-starter, goal oriented, and has high energy.  Sign language skills required at time of application.

To apply or to view the full job description, go to: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu

or contact the Human Resources Office at 202-651-5352202-651-5352.

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position opening

Team Leader for Deaf Services

Northwestern Counseling

St. Albans, Vermont

TEAM LEADER FOR DEAF SERVICES

The Developmental Services Division is looking for a strong team player with good supervisory skills. The candidate must be fluent with American Sign Language; preferred candidate is Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and be able to establish relationships with Shared Living Providers, families and community resources in our service area.  A clear understanding and support of the dual cultures within NCSS is expected and necessary.

Experience with Developmental Disability and/or Mental Illness as well as experience with individuals with multiple disabilities.  Responsibilities include overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the team and may include some service coordination.  There is an expectation to cover for shortages in staff situations whenever necessary.  Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services required, however a Master’s Degree is preferred.

to apply:
http://www.ncssinc.org/careers

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position opening

Case Manager Position with Deaf Services Team

BJC Behavioral Health

St Louis, MO

Case Manager Position with Deaf Services Team

BJC Behavioral Health in St. Louis, Missouri has an immediate opening on our Deaf Services team for a Case Manager. The case manager works with individuals, families, and groups to address and treat mental and emotional disorders and promote optimal mental health with Deaf and Hard of Hearing adults and children.  Preferred that the case manager have knowledge of therapeutic best practices for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and be able to apply cultural and linguistic interventions to promote optimal mental health.

Position communicates directly with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals who are oral and do not use sign language as well as clients who are fluent in sign language.

Position requires flexibility to work on a team and within various settings in the community mental health system including clients. homes. BJC Behavioral Health utilizes electronic medical records and Microsoft Office software including MS Word as well as clinical computer programs.

Job duties will include case management as well as clinical assessments for new and existing clients.

Minimum requirements:

* Masters or Doctorate in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology

* Experience with mental health and the deaf/HOH population . 1 year or more

* Fluent and culturally competent in American Sign Language

Preferred qualifications:

* Certification as Sign Language Interpreter

* Licensure as an LCSW or LPC

* MS Office programs . 2 years or more

For more information about our Deaf Services program and team, please visit our website at http://www.bjcbehavioralhealth.org/deafservices

For questions, qualified candidates may contact:  Laura Shapiro, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, at mailto:Laura.Shapiro@bjc.org

To apply online, please click the link or visit our website, http://www.bjcbehavioralhealth.org , select employment and search for Case Manager, Deaf Services.

https://joinbjc.carenet.org/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=1125599&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

or

http://tinyurl.com/mnrc8yf

Legal Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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open position

Deaf Studies Faculty Member

Holyoke Community College

Holyoke, MA

POSITION:

Deaf Studies Faculty Member – Deaf Studies/Humanities Division

This is a full-time, tenure track MCCC/MTA position.

Start Date: September, 2014

COMPENSATION:     Salary: Minimum $42,921-$50,000.  Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Full State benefits.

Funding Source: State

GENERAL SUMMARY:    The Deaf Studies Department is seeking to expand its program.  It houses both the American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Studies curricula within the Deaf Studies program.  We currently offer a variety of levels of ASL courses, from American Sign Language I to American Sign Language VI.  Courses in Deaf Studies are also offered.  ASL classes are limited to twenty students and the focus is an interactive, proficiency-oriented pedagogical approach.  The HCC Deaf Studies faculty is committed to offering a vibrant and innovative curriculum that includes advanced classes and addresses different learning styles for our diverse student population.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1.    Teaches a wide variety of ASL and Deaf Studies courses, such as American Sign Language I-IV, Introduction to Deaf Studies, and Deaf History.

2.    Assists in curriculum development and outcomes assessment.

3.    Integrates computer technology into coursework, as appropriate.

4.    Provides academic advising.

5.    Maintains regular office hours.

6.    Attends regularly scheduled Department, Division and College meetings.

7.    Participates in College Governance Committees, and other committees, task forces, sub-committees, and other activities as requested.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:    Master’s Degree in ASL instruction, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education, or closely related field ; native or near native fluency in ASL; ASLTA certification or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire; demonstrates effective teaching skills including interactive teaching and current pedagogical strategies; excellent written skills in English; teaching experience in higher education; commitment to teaching a student body diverse in abilities, age, ethnicity, race and gender orientation; ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

*NOTE:  A teaching demonstration will be part of the interview process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:     Community college teaching experience; experience with using multimedia technology in the classroom; interest and ability to create community-based events; experience in administrative tasks such as writing course proposals, syllabus design and annual reports.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:    Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.

TO APPLY: – All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa. – Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents online to:

http://www.hcc.edu/careers

Resume, Cover Letter, and List of 3 Professional References. (When preparing your cover letter, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications as pertaining to this position and, if applicable, include an equivalency statement.)

DEADLINE: Screening will begin with applications received by March 14, 2014.  Additional applications may be considered until position is filled.

Website:  http://www.hcc.edu

***An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer***

THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS

ACCREDITED BY THE NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

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open position

Principal

Iowa School for the Deaf

Council Bluffs, IA

Iowa School for the Deaf (ISD) is seeking applicants for the

Principal position.  This position is the instructional leader for

the education program at ISD.  The Principal works with the

Superintendent to provide a comprehensive educational program for

students pre-school through transition to adult life The Principal is

the direct line administrative authority and professional leader of

the department’s staff and students.  Responsibilities include

leadership of education programs, coordination of all activities of

the department and collaboration with other departments in order to

provide quality education for all students

Interested candidates should send resume, credentials, official

transcripts, and three professional references to Human Resources;

Iowa School for the Deaf; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd.; Council Bluffs,

IA 51503-7898 by March 14, 2014.   Or contact Human Resources at

Phone: 712-366-0571712-366-0571; email: mailto:dleheup@iowaschoolforthedeaf.org for more information.

View general school information and job description under the

“employment” link on ISD’s web page: http://www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org

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position opening

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Behavioral Health Outreach Coordinator

RHA Behavioral Health Services

Wilmington, NC

full information at:
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?JOB_DID=JHS25X73K6KT30LTNTZ&showNewJDP=yes&pf=true

to apply:

CareerBuilder.com and key in “RHA Behavioral Health Services” in keywords box and

Wilmington, NC in Location box – and click on “Find Jobs” and follow the screen

instructions

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position opening

Beahvioral Health Therapist for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

RHA Behavioral Health Services

University of NC, NC

full information at:
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/J

obs/JobDetails.aspx?source=jrp&APath=2.3

1.0.0.0&job_did=JHN0WR6B9FYCC8D1KSW&sc_c

m p1=js_jrp_viewjobdesc&IPath=ILKGV0A

or

http://tinyurl.com/kdwrhn8

to apply:

CareerBuilder.com and key in “RHA Behavioral Health Services” in keywords box and

University of NC, NC in Location box – and click on “Find Jobs” and follow the

screen instructions

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position opening

Lecturer II: American Sign Language (ASL), Department of Linguistics

The University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

The University of New Mexico Department of Linguistics seeks applications for a full-time Lecturer II position in the Signed Language Interpreting Program to begin August 2014. Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses in American Sign Language (ASL) and signed language studies, and service.

The UNM Bachelor of Science degree in Signed Language Interpreting has been meeting the needs of the deaf citizens of New Mexico, the region, and indeed the country since 1983, having trained and graduated more than 300 professional interpreters in that period. The program is a part of the Department of Linguistics. The Department of Linguistics specializes in cognitive-functional approaches to the study of language, including corpus and empirically-based studies, cross-linguistic research, and typology. In addition to the linguistic study of signed languages, we have special strength in Native American linguistics and language revitalization, and Spanish linguistics.

Minimum Qualifications: -    Master’s Degree in ASL, deaf studies, linguistics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications: -    A strong record of teaching ASL or related studies in a university or college setting

-    Ability to teach courses in the interpreter education program

-    Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues

-    Bicultural; ability to interact comfortably in Deaf and hearing communities

-    Native or near-native ASL competence

-    Ability to assume administrative and to mentor lecturers and part-time instructors as needed

-    ASLTA and/or RID certification

-    Experience with instructional media (video, digital media, computer technology for signed language learning)

UNM provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. For a more complete explanation of the benefits, please go to http://hr.unm.edu/ and click on the Benefits link.

Date for best consideration:     February 20, 2014 Closing Date: Open until filled

Please provide a CV and a list of three references with contact information. The cover letter should address the preferred qualifications for the position.

Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide a copy of their college or university transcripts.

Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to present a lecture in ASL.

Enquiries about this position can be addressed to: Yvonne Martinez-Ingram, mailto:ymartin@unm.edu or (505) 277-6353(505) 277-6353.

For details on application requirements or to apply, visit the UNMJobs website: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ Please reference Posting Number 0823689.

University of New Mexico is committed to promoting and supporting the diversity of our campuses. UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.  Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

The University of New Mexico

Department of Linguistics

Albuquerque, NM 87131
http://www.unm.edu/~linguist

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position openings

Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind

Colorado Springs, CO

COLORADO SCHOOL for the DEAF and the BLIND at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, invites you to consider our employment opportunities:

2 VACANCIES:    Transition Teacher (Special Education) and Transition Teacher (Deaf Education)

These positions report to the Program Coordinator, Employability Center, and are responsible for providing standards-based instruction to high school and transition-aged students who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing, blind/visually impaired, and/or Deaf-Blind, and who may have other disabilities. Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website www.csdb.org to view the official job announcement in its entirety or contact Ms. Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Manager / 719-578-2114719-578-2114 mailto:clutz@csdb.org

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career opportunities

PAHrtners Deaf Services

positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA

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, 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:

WE ARE HIRING FOR PITTSBURGH RESIDENTIAL SITE NOW!!

opening soon!!

See below for opportunities located there:

Job Title:    Residential Counselors

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 behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers. independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend and evening shifts.

Qualifications:     HS diploma + one year related experience; 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.

SEE BELOW FOR OPPORTUNITIES IN GLENSIDE, PA AREA:

Job Title:    Staff Interpreter

Location:    Glenside, PA only

Employee Type:    Part time or Full time available

Description:    This position provides interpreting services for: emergency situations, mental health evaluations, staff meetings, home visits with Deaf children and adults and community meetings.  Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or Deaf interpreters. Qualifications:     AA degree with a minimum of three years. interpreting experience OR BA degree in Interpreting with one year of experience.  Knowledge of mental health disorders and/or developmental disabilities a plus.  Some evening and weekend work and local travel required.  Compliance with PA Act 57 (Certified & Registered with ODHH) also required.

Job Title:                   HR Coordinator

Location:    Glenside, PA

Employee Type:    Full time position

Description:    This position takes the lead role in all aspects of human resources including, but not limited to: hiring of staff-from recruitment, arranging for interviews, checking references, insuring that all necessary background clearances and regulatory requirements are met and entering the new staff in our organizational HR databases, maintains personnel files, directs employee disciplinary activities as needed including terminations, coordinates credentialing for licensed professionals, collaborates with the benefits department and provides information to staff regarding their benefits, supervises audits and accreditations for all programs, and ensures compliance with employment/labor laws and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications:     Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field, plus two years HR experience; or AA Degree with at least five years of HR experience. Fluency in American Sign Language required.  Must possess strong writing/proofreading skills and excellent organizational/time management skills.

Job Title:    Case Managers

Location:    Glenside, PA

Employee Type:    Full time position

Description:    This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside 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.

Job Title:    Counselors for Adolescent Residential Treatment Facility Location:    Glenside, PA

Employee Type:    Various shifts available

Description:    This position provides direct care/supervision to adolescents with behavioral health challenges.  Duties: provide life skills training such as: provide opportunities for community integration, participate in treatment of adolescents being served through observation, interaction, limit setting, implementation of treatment plans and behavior modification plans; assist in the development of positive peer culture, assist with making meals, provide 1:1 in school, run daily and weekly group meetings, assist with homework and provide support during family home visits.

Qualifications:     One year related experience (preferably with children/adolescents); valid driver’s license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate; strong interpersonal skills. Qualified candidate will also be a strong team player who possesses a great amount of patience and dedication to working with adolescents.

Job Title:    Residential Counselors

Location:    Glenside, 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 behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers. independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend and evening shifts.

Qualifications:     HS diploma + one year related experience; 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.

Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, HR Coordinator

PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038

Email: mailto:lclaypool@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301 http://www.pahrtners.com

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position opening

Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency

Fulton County, Georgia

job description and basic information at:
http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698bu

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position opening

Assistant Professor; Signed Language Interpreting Program

The University of New Mexico Department of Linguistics

Albuquerque, NM

Position Summary:

The Department of Linguistics seeks applicants for an appointment as Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Signed Language Interpreting Program, at the University of New Mexico (UNM). This is a probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision. The position is contingent upon final budgetary approval.

Appointment will begin in August 2014. The Ph.D. must be in hand by time of application. Responsibilities will include teaching in the areas of specialization and service. Competitive salary. The Department of Linguistics at UNM specializes in cognitive-functional approaches to the study of language, including corpus and empirically-based studies, cross-linguistic research, and typology. The Signed Language Interpreting Program offers a B.S. Degree in Signed Language Interpreting. The mission of the Signed Language Interpreting Program is to prepare entry level interpreters and transliterators with a thorough understanding of the practice and ethics of the interpreting profession within a liberal arts environment. We emphasize cultural awareness, foster intellectual growth, and encourage academic excellence. In keeping with the mission of the Department of Linguistics, the program recognizes and values linguistic diversity. Instilling respect for the language and communication preferences of all deaf and hard of hearing people is an essential value of our program.

For further information on the department, please see our website http://ling.unm.edu. For further information on the Signed Language Interpreting Program, please see our website: http://www.unm.edu/~sign

UNM provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. For a more complete explanation of the benefits, please go to http://hr.unm.edu/ and click on the Benefits link.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in hand by time of application. Specialization in interpreting.

Preferred Qualifications:

(a) Commitment to and experience in teaching interpreting courses, including theory and skills courses; (b) documented experience supervising interpreters and/or student interpreters; (c) evidence of an active research program; (d) NAD-RID and/or ASLTA certification; (e) minimum of 3 years of experience as a working interpreter.

Date for best consideration: January 31, 2014. Closing Date: Open until filled. Enquiries about this position can be addressed to: Professor Sherman Wilcox ( mailto:wilcox@unm.edu )

For complete details on application requirements or to apply, visit the UNMJobs website: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ Please reference Posting Number 0823396. The University of New Mexico is committed to promoting and supporting the diversity of our campuses. UNM is an AA/EOE

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job announcement

Interpreter/Employment Specialist

DCARA

Concord, CA

Full-time, Non-Exempt

DCARA has an opening for the position of Interpreter/Employment

Specialist. This position is based at the Employment Development

Department branch in Concord and reports to the Director of

Employment Services. The Interpreter/Employment Specialist will

provide services including interpretation for employment services staff,

office support, and telephone and document assistance to clients on a walk-in

and/or appointment basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop employer contacts to increase the number of deaf and hard of

hearing persons employed

- Maintain a cooperative relationship with the business community and

employers

- Provide employer education on employability of deaf/hard-of-hearing

workers, and deaf awareness and

technical assistance workshops

- Advocate for employability and communication access for clients

- Arrange job interviews and interpreter client’s job interviews and

orientation

- Provide job retention assistance and follow-up services as needed

- Provide document assistance services for staff and clients as needed

- Assist in the recruitment of potential clients, determine eligibility of

clients, enroll and orient them to services

- Compile statistical information and maintain files/case notes on clients

- Provide support to the agency and community and other duties as assigned

by Director of Employment Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Fluent in American Sign Language, Candidate without a certificate may be

hired, provided that he/she obtains

certification within six/6 month of employment

- BA preferred

- Strong background knowledge in the field of deafness and Deaf Culture

- Ability to use computer and word processing software; knowledge of MS

office (Word, Excel, power point, and

Outlook) preferred

- Able to travel to appointments within the work week

SALARY: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and education.

DEADLINE: Open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send DCARA application (www.dcara.org under

About/Jobs), cover letter, resume & three references via mail,

email or fax to:

Human Resources

DCARA Headquarters

14895 East 14th Street, Suite 200

San Leandro, CA. 94578

Email: mailot:hr@DCARA.org

Fax: 510.483.2526

DCARA is an At-Will and EOE

Job opening

Tennessee Captioned Telephone Services Outreach Coordinator

Hamilton Relay, Inc

state of Tennessee

Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a position open for “Tennessee Captioned Telephone Services Outreach Coordinator” staffed in the state of Tennessee.

Position summary:  This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Captioned Telephone Service (CapTel®) for Tennessee Relay Service.  Individual will be required to travel within the state of Tennessee as well as outside the state as needed, while residing in Tennessee.

Preferred 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 -    Able to travel alone -    Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply

Interested individuals may apply online at: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact Cindy Blase in Corporate Human Resource Department by December 31, 2013 at 800.821.1831800.821.1831

Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.

Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and full time benefits.

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