DeafDigest Gold - August 15, 2010 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 14th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://deafdigest.com/ and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafwaitress/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/badaslsigning/ This week's ASL Videos: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hassle/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/hiring/ (please click on the arrow to start the video) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://deafdigest.com/category/comics/ (this link has been slightly revised); do not use the older link) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The HTC EVO[tm] 4G is Here-10x faster than 3G*! Shop the Deaf Pager Store for the new HTC EVO[tm]. 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Some of the firm's clients have suffered multiple implant surgeries due to a defective implant being surgically removed and replaced with a second defective implant that later failed. If you or your child has been implanted with a defective cochlear implant, we encourage you to contact Weitz & Luxenberg - we have a Deaf attorney and VP available. To find out more, please click on: http://www.weitzlux.com/failed-cochlear-implants_1937570.html and follow instructions on the screen. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the Gold section. ...... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Hot Deaf News during the week: - Hot Newspaper stories during the week: Behind the scenes with a tennis tournament captioner http://deafdigest.com/mikemcintyre/ Association of Late Deafened Adults founder Bill Graham's story http://deafdigest.com/kitrykrause/ - Very Hot News The Winter Deaflympics in Slovakia is still on after belatedly complying with the conditions set by the International Sports Organization of the Deaf. The event will take place next February 18-26, 2011. - Thursday August 12th Visual emergency weather warning alerts on top of vending machines? Yes, in the Kobe City area of Japan, courtesy of Coca Cola West. Sixty such visual displays will be located at public facilities. - Friday August 13th The Department of Labor will be distributing 22 million in grant money for programs to educate, train and place jobs for the disabled, the deaf included. - Saturday July 14th Upset with "inaction" and "dirty politics" two members quit the Monroe County Disabilities Advisory board. One of the two members is deaf. Monroe County is where NTID is located and where deaf population is high. (please go back to the Blue edition for the Sunday-Wednesday Hot Deaf News) .... Deaf Miscellaneous stuff: (revised posting) NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SURVEY NEEDS YOUR HELP! I would like to thank many of you who have already responded to the National Deaf Employment and Technology Survey. This study needs several hundred more responses to be useful to deaf and hard of hearing communities, policy makers, educators, and program administrators. If you have not yet responded, please consider doing so. Allow me to explain. My name is James Schiller and I am a faculty member at Gallaudet University, Department of Social Work, and a Doctoral candidate at Walden University, School of Health and Human Services. This study is the basis for my Dissertation in Social Policy and Planning. You are invited to take part in research examining how technology is associated with the employment of deaf and hard of hearing people. The purpose of this research is to equip social policy makers, programs, educators, and funding sources with current data so they can continue providing valued resources to deaf and hard of hearing communities. A link will take you to the web survey at the end of this message. Risks and Benefits of participating in the Study: The survey is confidential and anonymous. There may be some questions that are uncomfortable to answer. Participants are free to skip those questions or exit the study at any time. The potential benefit of participating in this study is updating the body of knowledge about deaf and hard of hearing people in the United States. Compensation: While some organizations have agreed to advertise this study, all funding supporting the study is my own. This study relies on volunteers to submit the survey. There is no compensation for participating in this study. I am the principal investigator for this study If you have any questions regarding this research or the survey, my contact address is: James Schiller, Social Work Department, HMB 338B, Gallaudet University. You may contact the researcher at any time during this study via videophone at 202-651-7064 Voice or VP, or email at mailto:Jschi001@waldenu.edu or mailto:James.Schiller@gallaudet.edu The survey is anticipated to take between 15 and 20 minutes. On behalf of myself, educators, agencies, and advocates who may use the data in the future, thank you for responding to this survey. This project has been approved by the Gallaudet University IRB and Walden University IRB # 05-28-10-0283826. Please go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DETS to fill out the Survey. Upon completion, please click the button marked "DONE" .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. ACCESS 4 ALARM CLOCK AND TELEPHONE SIGNALER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school! WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase the Access 4 Alarm Clock and Telephone Signaler at 20% off! 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The easiest way to connect to family, friends, and business: LifeLinks - No Wait VRS Just instruct your hearing caller to say the name of his/her language in English and to have their IP address available. Visit us online at http://www.lifelinks.net Fast, Reliable, Personal ................................................................ ................................................................ DEAF COLLEGE OR HEARING COLLEGE We have deaf students that attend Gallaudet, RIT and CSUN. We also have deaf students that attend hearing colleges everywhere. At Gallaudet, classes are taught in ASL. At RIT and CSUN, interpreters are available. At hearing colleges, it is always a struggle. One deaf graduate of a hearing college said it was always a hassle. Worth it to attend Gallaudet, RIT and CSUN or to attend hearing college? You decide! - for ASL News version, please click on the arrow at: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hassle/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) HIRING FRUSTRATIONS Story is almost always the same over the years. It is that a deaf CEO wants to hire the deaf for positions in his company. But at the end he hires the hearing instead of the deaf. Why? Deaf discriminating against the deaf? No. It is difficult to find qualified deaf applicants for these jobs. As a result, he hires the hearing. And the Deaf Community always gets upset about these hired hearing persons! It is a situation no one wins. - for ASL News version, please click on the arrow at: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hiring/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) STATE FUNDING ISSUES HITTING THE DEAF COMMUNITY HARD How bad are we, the deaf, being impacted by funding cutbacks on the state level? Let us take Wisconsin as an example. What is happening in Wisconsin may or may not necessarily be the same in every state. Being impacted are: - vocational rehabilitation budget and hiring cutbacks - Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing budget and hiring cutbacks - deaf needs (employment placements and free hearing aids) not being met - more deaf getting on Social Security Disability rolls because of no jobs - outreach by the ODHH severely restricted NOT YET A BUZZWORD IN THE DEAF COMMUNITY A new phrase has surfaced in a British newspaper. It is not yet a buzzword, but who knows, some day it just might. It is GOR, and, no, it has nothing to do with a gorilla. GOR stands for Genuine Occupational Requirement. An explanation is this: An organisation for deaf people might legitimately employ a deaf person who uses British Sign Language to work as a counsellor to other deaf people whose first or preferred language is BSL Could this buzzword be exported to the American Deaf Community? A GALLAUDET AT A NON-GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY! When we see the name Gallaudet, we immediately associate it with Gallaudet University. True, in 99 percent of cases - but there is a Gallaudet at a non-Gallaudet University (CCSU). If you are touring the campus of the Central Connecticut State University, and ask someone about Gallaudet, they would know what you are talking about. One of the CCSU dormitories is named after Gallaudet, this one is Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet, the father of Edward Miner Gallaudet, who founded Gallaudet University. FREE TIME IN A CITY A traveling salesperson (hearing), away from home on sales trips, would often spend their free time at bars. This has nothing to do with drinking, but more of being around people, even strangers. He would just quietly listen to conversation going on around him just to occupy his free time. What about the deaf that travel a lot? Some got to movies. Some go to museums. Some stay in hotel room and watch TV movies. And, some, as DeafDigest suspects, would lug their laptops with these built in video cameras - to chat with family and friends. A hearing way of killing time; a deaf way of killing time. Two different ways? Perhaps. LACKING A DEAF SKIER'S VEST A deaf man, wanting to go skiing, could not find a Day-Glo vest that said "Deaf Skier" at a skiing lodge. The lodge, however, had a "Blind Skier" vest and the deaf man put it on, and went skiing for few days. Others skiers could not believe it when they thought they saw a "blind skier" zooming without a guide. The final straw was that this "blind" skier lined up his family together for a picture shoot. Other skiers "bumped" into each other, gawking at the photo scene that the "blind" skier took with his camera! OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING We have many, many organizations, international, national and local that serve deaf and hard of hearing people. One such organization is: International Sports Organization of the Deaf (CISS) For the organization goals and objectives and its web site, click on: http://www.ciss.org/ AN EXCUSE FOR NOT WEARING A HEARING AID it does not look good to wear a hearing aid in public .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? I am not deaf; I just have a hearing disorder to have a hearing disorder is also to be deaf, sorry ! .............................................................. .............................................................. Weitz & Luxenberg P.C., a leading plaintiffs' litigation law firm, is expanding litigation against Advanced Bionics related to defective cochlear implants. If you believe that you may have received an "Important Notification" letter from Advanced Bionics about your HiRes90k or Clarion II cochlear implant in either 2004 or 2006, we urge you to contact us to receive important legal information - even if you CI is working. Many of our clients' cochlear implants stopped working prematurely as described in the letter. We have a Deaf attorney and VP available. To find out more, please click here and follow instructions on the screen or go to: http://www.weitzlux.com/failed-cochlear-implants_1937570.html .............................................................. .............................................................. Interpreters, ITP and ASL Students and Teachers Will Not Find a Conference Offering All of This! June 23-26, 2011 1. 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See www.AlaskaBikeRun.com With enthusiasm from Mike Tuccelli AKA DrSign or DrASL -- two-time Teacher of the Year at the University of Florida .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The FCC caught its own loophole in the Hearing Aid compliance rules that allowed Apple and others to get away with it. These iPhones were not hearing aid compatible. Now these manufacturers are given 12 months to comply. As always, stay tuned! ..... A Deaf Fantasy: DeafDigest subscribers vs Deaf College Bowl participating teams (Gallaudet, NTID and CSUN) at 2010 NAD Conference A warning - some questions are not deaf-related. Question #2 Q. Name the National Hockey League player who continues to hold the record for the most career regular season goals despite retiring in 1999 A. Wayne Gretzky. Gretzky scored 894 goals in 1,487 games. .... Deaf Picture of the Week: Kayci Russo deaf horse rider in competition http://www.houmatoday.com/article/20091125/articles/911259939 ..... Deaf Question of the Week: Q. I was in Indiana and tried to find "Deaf Man's Village" but couldn't it. Why? A. It is buried under the Mississinewa Reservoir, built in 1964! Deaf Man's Village was founded by Native American chief Shepoconah, who became late deafened. He set up a trading post in Mississinewa that thrived for a while in the early 19th century. send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. ..... Wish List of the Week: With respect to the so-called shoplifting incident in Los Angeles where it was believed that one suspect was violently seized by the security guard, the GLAD issued a statement: GLAD is appalled by this incident since it clearly showed ignorance on the mall and its security staff. I am very concerned because this popular location has many deaf and hard of hearing customers residing in this area, yet the mall remains ignorant on how to communicate with deaf and hard of hearing individuals. While the security guard used excessive force in choking the deaf customer, the other deaf customer attempted to communicate with the security staff that the customer on the floor is deaf; however, he was brushed away as if he was not a human being. GLAD hopes that these two deaf men will contact us so we can work on this unfortunate incident. It is crystal clear that the mall lacks the knowledge on working with people with communication barriers. The whole incident is completely unacceptable DeafDigest hopes this issue will be resolved ..... DeafHistory - Looking Back: Year 1998 - Vint Cerf, who was hard of hearing, is known as the Father of the Internet. He, however, became an actor just for one TV episode - Gene Roddenberry's Earth: Final Conflict ..... Deaf and the Money: $9.99 cost of 1902 Gallaudet football team picture on Ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/Photo-Gallaudet-College-University-Football-/170523462927 ..... DeafNumbers of the Week: 600 telephone patent infringement lawsuits that Alexander Graham Bell defended and won ..... DeafResources Presidents' connections with the deaf http://deafdigest.com/presidents/ for a listing of deaf reference & library resources, http://deafdigest.com/deafresources/ (examples are listing of elected deaf officials, listing of deaf Nobel Prize winners, etc; list will be added on a gradual basis - so do check this site from time to time) ..... Selected top deaf sports stories from DeafDigest Sports top deaf sports newspaper stories & links: Deaf vs Deaf football schedule http://deafdigest.com/deafvsdeaffootball/ a 3-handicap deaf golfer in Scotland http://deafdigest.com/denisbrown/ DeafDigest Sports is also distributed by DeafDigest To subscribe, e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com last edition of DeafDigest Sports: http://deafdigest.com/deafdigestsports081310/ for list of elite deaf athletes: http://deafdigest.com/elitedeafathletes/ for list of mainstreamed deaf athletes: http://deafdigest.com/mainstream/ for list of deaf collegiate athletes: http://deafdigest.com/deafcollegiateathletes/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment vacancies Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf, Wilson, NC Residential Life Trainer (8/17 closing date) http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4421-60039268&DHHSNUMBER=&printit=no School Educator I (8/17 closing date) http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4421-60039319&DHHSNUMBER=&printit=no contact person: mailto:cynthia.johnson@ncmail.net -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job opening Regional Captioned Telephone Outreach Coordinator Hamilton Relay, Inc state of Tennessee Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a position open for "Regional Captioned Telephone 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 Services (1/2 time) and in other states as needed (1/2 time). Individual will be required to travel within the state of Tennessee and other states as needed, while residing in Tennessee. Preferred education, experience and skills: - Excellent presentation skills - Familiarity with the user communities that can benefit from relay services: - Senior Community - Hard of Hearing Community - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people who have differing hearing and speech abilities and communication modes - Ability to promote all relay services and to educate/train users of the services - Direct work experience with Telecommunication Relay Service or experience with Captioned Telephone Service is helpful - Experience in public relations - Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and meet deadlines - Strong writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills - Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply - Hold a valid driver's license Interested individuals may apply online at: http://www.hamilton.net/employment.html or contact Cindy Blase in Corporate Human Resource Department by September 2, 2010 at 800.821.1831. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, 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. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Posting Director of Deaf Services for the Division of Mental Health Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Atlanta, Georgia The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Director of Deaf Services for the Division of Mental Health. Under limited supervision the Director of Deaf Services will assume responsibility for the design, implementation and evaluation of the department's program of services to consumers who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. This includes both adults with severe mental illness and children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance. Activities include policy development, budget oversight, and program design. Job Responsibilities: Provide DBHDD leadership in developing culturally and linguistically competent services that meet the needs of individuals that are deaf and hard of hearing. -Plan and implement DBHDD services for consumers who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, including the personnel requirements, budgets, administrative functions and evaluation of service delivery. - Coordinate the services of DBHDD to Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers with other local, state and national agencies, public and private to ensure collaboration and continuity of care. - Recruit, orient and assist in assigning staff to service components delivering services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers. - Identify alternative funding sources for program expansion and development. - Advocate for the needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers within the Department and with other local, state and national agencies. - Coordinate the Department's response to the disaster mental health needs of individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. - Supervise the implementation and evaluation of all related contracts. - Adhere to DBHDD Corporate Compliance policies, training requirements and agency regulations. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - Master's degree in Human Services with at least ten years of experience in program design, implementation, management and evaluation. - Ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language and prepare written correspondence in English. - Experience in the supervision of clinical staff. Preferred Qualifications: - Skilled in American Sign Language, knowledge of Deaf culture and system's theory. - Thorough knowledge of Deaf culture, mental health practices, DBHDD service components, administrative policies and procedures, state and national resources agencies and the unique needs of youth and adult consumers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. - A doctorate degree in social sciences and three years of related experience subsequent to the degree; or a master's degree in the social sciences and five years related experience subsequent to the degree, two years of which must have been in public mental health services Benefits: - In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. - This position is a pay grade 19 on the statewide salary plan. Employment Information: - This position is located in downtown Atlanta. - A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world's great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you'll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife. - We're located across from Underground Atlanta. Parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's rail and bus system. - Come to Georgia's capital city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality. Applying for this job: - Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: mailto:recruiting@dbhdd.ga.gov - To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: Director of Deaf Services - Candidates for this position may be subject to employment drug testing and criminal background check. - The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DBHDD, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement CASE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center Location: Position available in Las Vegas ORGANIZATION: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center (DHHARC) is a statewide advocacy, resource, telecommunications distribution, and direct service center offering advocacy, referral and community education services throughout Nevada. DHHARC has two offices in Reno/Sparks and Las Vegas. GENERAL INFORMATION: Type of appointment: Full-Time Location: Position available in Las Vegas Posting date: August 2, 2010 Closing date: August 20, 2010 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Individual will conduct advocacy activities that will ensure a higher quality of life for clients with specific focus on late-deafened and hard of hearing populations. Individual will also promote equitable access to Health/Medical, education, social, employment and legal services. In addition, Individual will provide communication assistance/translation services as well as ensure that appropriate information pertaining to individual client's needs is accurately met. Individual will provide accurate Identification/Assessment of individual Client's telecommunication needs and will conduct appropriate equipment distribution tailored to the needs of the client. Will provide expertise in the field as needed. Will coordinate training/mentoring activities for general public and the client DHHARC serves. Conducts developmental and implement program activities for DHHARC. Participate in Technology/equipment distribution responsibilities of the Center. Willingness to conduct Outreach/education responsibilities as assigned. Willingness to travel is essential as well as work evening and weekend hours when needed. Ability to work independently as well as a team is essential. Ability to creatively problem-solve various work situations. SALARY: $36,244 - $37,694 DOE, plus customary benefits. WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - Knowledge of advocacy techniques - Knowledge of Civil Rights Laws - Maintain effective record keeping practices - Two years experience working with hard of hearing and/or deaf populations in a social service sector setting - Knowledgeable about diversity and needs within the Hard of Hearing and Deaf populations - Knowledge of all telecommunication equipment, the Relay system and related services - Ability to evaluate and assess consumer needs. - Familiar with (or willing to learn) Case-management practices. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's of Arts Degree Preferred, but will accept Associate of Arts Degree with 3 years of experience working with Hard of Hearing and Deaf populations - Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of persons with communication disorders. (i.e., hard of hearing, deaf, speech disabled and late-deafened) TO APPLY: All applicants must submit a letter of interest, a resume and application to: DHHARC 999 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 PM ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE (August 20, 2010) DHHARC selects applicants for employment based on job related knowledge, skills and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. For further information contact Executive Director Edina Jambor at mailto:edina.jambor@dhharc.org or 775-355-8994 V/TTY or 775-355-8996 FAX or 775-434-0290 VP -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings CLINICIANS (2) ACCESS Program/ACCESS Partial Care Program Paterson, NJ Campus Inspired Care At St. Joseph's Healthcare System, our inspiration comes from a tightly knit team of accomplished professionals that help give people in our care every opportunity to live life to the fullest. Through our commitment to support, technology and training, we think you will find one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences of your career. CLINICIANS (2) ACCESS Program - Full Time / Day Shift ACCESS Partial Care Program - Full Time / Day Shift Paterson, NJ Campus As key members of our ACCESS Program or ACCESS Partial Care Program, statewide programs that provide behavioral health services to Deaf and hard of hearing people throughout NJ, candidates will help meet the clinical case management and treatment needs of service recipients who are deaf and hard of hearing, including, but not limited to, children, adolescents, adults and seniors within a variety of therapeutic environments. Responsibilities will include: - developing and implementing treatment strategies - performing comprehensive clinical assessments - providing clinical case management services - completing and maintaining medical records and report writing - developing discharge plans - conducting various therapeutic treatment modalities - providing crisis intervention/stabilization and aggressive behavior management to patients - evaluating/developing interventions - performing other related duties as assigned To qualify, you must have a Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline, NJ Licensure as a LSW or LCSW, the ability to collect/summarize data, along with a familiarity of Deaf Culture and knowledge of current technology used for individuals with hearing loss. The ability to prepare detailed assessments and a valid NJ Drivers License will also be expected. Strong problem-solving, analytical, oral/written communication and PC skills are required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. We offer a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition reimbursement and child care. For immediate consideration, please email your resume, indicating job title in Subject matter to: mailto:Careers@sjhmc.org or apply online at: http://www.StJosephsHealth.org EOE M/F/D/V ST. JOSEPH'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center - St. Joseph's Children's Hospital St. Joseph's Wayne Hospital - St. Vincent's Nursing Home Visiting Health Services of New Jersey, Inc. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Job Developer/Interpreter Deaf Counseling, Advocacy, and Referral Agency position based in Campbell, CA Full-Time, Non-Exempt Campbell, California DCARA has an opening for the position of Job Developer/Interpreter. This position is based at the Employment Development Department branch in Campbell and reports to the Director of Employment Services. The Job Developer/Interpreter 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 - Arranging job interviews and interpreter client's job interviews and orientation - 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 - 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 Employment Services Director QUALIFICATIONS: - American Sign Language interpreting certificate (RID, ACCI or other nationally recognized certificate) required. 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 workweek SALARY: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and education. DCARA offers 11 days of holiday leave plus a paid one-week winter holiday, and full medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits. DEADLINE: Open until filled. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send an application (available at http://www.dcara.org click on "Jobs" under "About"), cover letter, three references, and resume via mail to: Human Resources DCARA 14895 East 14th Street, Suite 200 San Leandro, CA 94578 Or via email to: mailto:hr@dcara.org DCARA is an At-Will and equal opportunity employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- long list of open positions DEAF SERVICES CENTER Glenside, PA Deaf Services Center (DSC) is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf/HOH centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support. As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you! E.O.E. DSC is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: WE ARE SOON OPENING A NEW PROGRAM - SEE BELOW FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES. - THERAPIST/PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR: (Full time position) This position provides therapeutic and psycho-educational workshops and group sessions for consumers who are deaf. The qualified candidate shall possess: BA in psychology, counseling or any other human services fields; must have 2 years experience with individuals with mental illness and/or mental retardation including treatment planning and progress notes; advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and be able to work in a team environment. Duties: Develop, coordinate and provide group/individual therapy for wellness maintenance and psycho-educational workshops. - STAFF INTERPRETER: (Full time) The Interpreter Department is looking for an addition to our current team of 2 full time interpreters. Responsibilities include: Interpret for emergencies (physical and psychiatric), mental health evaluations, groups, staff meetings and sessions, home visits with deaf adults and children. Also interpret for in internal office and community meetings with both hearing and deaf professional staff. Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or deaf interpreters and be a team player. Qualifications: AA degree with minimum 3 years of Interpreting experience with Deaf individuals or BA Interpreting degree with 1 year experience. Knowledge of mental illness and/or developmental disabilities is a plus. Must be willing to travel throughout the SE counties and be flexible to do some evenings and weekends when needed. Current national certification and PA State Registered through ODHH are preferred. - BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST: We are seeking a clinical professional with experience in utilizing the principles of applied behavior analysis; assessment and evaluation of behavior, and the application of interventions that result in behavior change. Strong interpersonal skills are also essential. The behavior specialist will be working with the treatment team to provide supports to clients who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and their families. Must have the ability to provide clinical supervision/guidance for staff in providing therapeutic techniques and approaches and assist in treatment planning process and documentation. Qualifications: Licensed Clinical Psychologist; Board Certified Behavior Analyst; Certificate in Applied Behavioral Analysis or Other Master's Level Mental Health Clinician with documented training in the field of Behavioral Modification techniques. Fluency in American Sign Language preferred, but will consider candidates with an open mindedness to learning about this population. - ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR: INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES (Full time) This position would assist in overseeing the case management services for adults and children who reside in the community. Responsibilities include: Assist Program Directors in day to day management and supervision of case managers; coordination of services and programs with other service agencies; assist in managing program expenses; provide supervision/guidance when needed, assist in training and coordinating case managers scheduling when needed; participate in meetings with Deaf Services Center programs as well as other programming service providers. The qualified candidate shall possess: BA degree is preferred however candidates must possess a minimum of a HS diploma and 12 semester credits hours in social sciences along with 2 years of experience with Deaf in either developmental disabilities or/and mental health field; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL required; must have excellent interpersonal, leadership and time management skills to prioritize various tasks and responsibilities. Responsibilities include: Provide assistance for Program Directors in guidance and training for staff and support to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. - INTENSIVE CASE MANAGERS: (Full time position) This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside in residential program. The qualified candidate shall possess: BA/BS degree in a Human Services field preferred; or High school diploma & 12 credit hours in social science with 2 years mental health direct care experience. Must have strong organizational skills; fluency in ASL, familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel various areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus; and must have a valid driver's license. Duties: Assess service needs of consumers, primarily children, to insure continuum of care; develop service plans; independent living skills instructions, advocate for access to public & private services and programs such as medical, vocational and other services. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration. Qualifications: HS + 1 year related experience or AA; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. We are anticipating opening a Residential Treatment Facility for Deaf adolescents! We are interviewing now. Please see below for open positions: - MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST: (Part time) This position is to provide clinical support to adolescents and their family members. Qualifications: Masters in Social Work or Counseling and license (LCSW or LPC) eligible in the state of Pennsylvania; ASL fluency and Deaf Culture sensitivity; knowledge of impact of hearing loss, assistive technology and needs of persons who are hard of hearing; ability to work with both adults and children. Responsibilities include: Assessment and intervention for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, families and groups, utilizing a variety of communication modalities to accommodate the need. Progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries and other reports as required. - RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITY STAFF: (Full Time positions available) The responsibilities for this position is working with adolescent consumers implementing and following behavior modification system, teaching independent living skills, and focusing on helping them achieve their treatment goals. Qualifications: HS + 3 year related experience or AA degree; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years experience required with Deaf Community working with children or adolescents; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Duties: Assist with admission of consumers, assessment/treatment of goals, provide therapeutic counseling/case management, crisis intervention, teach coping skills, and daily living/recreational activities to teenage Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities; maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment; promote consumers' growth and goals and social/ family relationships. Positions are available for day, evenings, overnight and weekend shifts. Come be a part of our exciting growing professional TEAM! Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR Deaf Services Center 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Assistant Director for Instruction Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/assistantdirectorforinstruction/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Graduation Coach Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/graduationcoach/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Literary Content Specialist Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/literarycontentspecialist/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Teacher (High School English/Language Arts) Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/english/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Teacher (High School Math) Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/hsmath -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Substitute Teacher (Part-Time/Hourly) Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position description and application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/subteach -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 15th) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - - Outreach Coordinator - Bakersfield, CA (on hold) - Placement Coordinator - Santa Ana, CA (on hold) - Community Health Educator - Los Angeles, CA - Case Manager - Los Angeles, CA - Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim, CA (on hold) 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org