Posts published in November 2013

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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-from-loud-concerts/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-tax-credits/

This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-alone-at-thanksgiving-dinner/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-too-fast-at-job/

(if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another
computer, click on bottom video)

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Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week:
http://deafdigest.com/category/comics/

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sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always
confidential

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A Great Value: Sign Language Stories 3 DVD Set

Featuring 9 stories brought to life with original music, voice and
sign language, the “Sign Language Storytelling Stories 3 DVD Set” is
a wonderful gift for children that can be enjoyed all year round.

Included in the set are “Goodnight Moon…and More Great Bedtime Stories”, “A Pocket for Corduroy…and More Stories of Friendship”, and “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed…and More Children’s Stories”.

The stories are a fun way for both hearing and deaf children to learn
the richness of the visual language.

Each DVD contains read-along text, an interactive quiz and ASL
vocabulary.

Find the “Sign Language Storytelling Stories 3 DVD Set” (DVD370) at
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To find out more and see video clips, go to:
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ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the
Gold section.

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Top stories about the deaf:

It is happening again. Last week it was mentioned that
a deaf choir was kicked out of Trafalgar Square in
London. A public outcry forced the city officials
to backtrack. Now it is happening at the Rushmere Shopping Centre in Armagh, Northern Ireland! Something
to do with the rule against soliciting for funds.

A perfect hearing aid? Well, a group of hearing aid
researchers at Ohio State University has claimed that
their prototype hearing aid will remove background
noise. They are saying the percentage is raised
from 10 percent to 90 percent on the level of understandability among the users. Fact or fiction?

US Armed Forces telling CI people what to do? This was
the possibility hinted by the Marine Maj. Gen. Bob Hedelund
in a recent speech. Concerned with many military vets
that go deaf, he wants the military forces to control
the direction the CI research and CI policies will go to.
Will this impact the vision by these CI manufacturers?
Do not know.

A big issue right now in United Kingdom is the Access
to Work regulations – with respect to how interpreters
are being paid and how are they to work with the deaf.
So angry Deaf Brits are about it that they signed a
petition that has already collected nearly 4,000 signatures.

Odessa Smith-Wallace, a deaf student, age 17,  at a school in London, has been selected to serve on
the Kent Youth County Council. She has been campaigning
for the rights of deaf and disabled in schools.

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A THANKSGIVING DINNER
A deaf person was invited to a Thanksgiving dinner
by a hearing friend. No other deaf friends invited him
to dinners in their homes.
There is a choice – decline the dinner with hearing
group and stay home or accept the dinner with hearing
groups and be isolated during the dinner.
Which is best? Not easy decision.

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-alone-at-thanksgiving-dinner/

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

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Deaf Pilialoha II Conference

July 17-21, 2014
Honolulu, Hawaii

more information at:
http://deafdigest.com/2014-deaf-hawaii-pilialoha-conference/

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DEAF STUCK AT WORK
A deaf person who wants to win promotion to a better
job and better pay, works very fast with his job tasks.
All the hearing people work at their normal pace with
their job tasks.
The boss told the deaf employee to slow down so that
hearing employees can catch up with him.
The deaf employee refused. As a result, he got everyone
in the office to hate him – and he was not promoted nor
got a pay raise.
Discrimination? Maybe not – he did not listen to his boss
to slow down.

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-too-fast-at-job/

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

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Gallaudet University 150th anniversary symposium

Washington, DC

April 9 and 10, 2014

more information at:
http://deafdigest.com/2014-gallaudet-deaf-150-anniversary-symposium/

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FIGHTING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS TREATY
US Secretary of State John Kerry has urged the Senate Foreign
Relations Committee to favor the United Nations’ international human rights treaty.
The senators support ADA and the rights and needs of the
disabled – but – unfortunately, they play political games.
This is the reason why rights and needs of the deaf and the
disabled have been ignored!

LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO
(video with captions; may not work with iPads)

refusing to learn sign language at Gallaudet and NTID

http://deafdigest.com/videos/learningsignlanguage/

Do enjoy viewing that video! Sorry, this video may
not work with iPad.

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OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING

South Dakota Association of the Deaf

http://deafdigest.com/south-dakota-association-of-the-deaf/

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This service is run by deaf owner with a mix of deaf and
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Job opening
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We are seeking kitchen and bathroom installer with a minimum of 5
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Deaf Pin of the Week – a picture

http://deafdigest.com/deaf-pin-avlic-conference-deaf-canada/

AVLIC is Association of Visual Language Interpreters of Canada; it is just like our own RID in USA

DeafDigest thanks Robin Byers-Pierce for providing
the photographs of these pins

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Deaf Question of the Week:

asked by a worried deaf mother of a CI deaf son

Q. My son has a CI, and he wants to play football.
I am afraid the CI will be destroyed because football
is a rough sport?

A. Just tell your son to take off the CI while playing
football and to tell the coach to devise hand signals so
he could know what to do while on the football field

send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you.

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Rene Pellerin’s corner:

Rona writes again

COLORS

I have learned from different folks with Usher Syndrome how various
colors affect their vision.

1 – When wearing sunglasses, sometimes a particular color glare
strikes at the corner of their eyes, making them think that their
tinted sunglasses might be wearing out from cleaning frequently.

Result – it is not the sunglasses!

2 – If you are wearing regular clear glasses and you are in a very
bright room, you may notice color glare reflections distracting you:
glare can cause a rainbow prism!

Result – it is not the glasses!

3 – Sometimes when you move suddenly, you may notice a color shield
appearing in front of you. Surprise! Your eyes spontaneously blink to
get rid of the disturbing / distracting color, but it just won’t go
away for hours!

Result-Our eyes are responding like wearing sunglasses!

Colors may come in many forms: grey, purple, pink, orange, yellow,
tan, red, etc.!

You can / may see the room shading to what appears to be in one or
two colors.

One may ask oneself: How or where in the world did those colors come
from?

Result – It’s really coming from our eyes themselves.

Your retina characteristics change as one progresses in age, meaning
that the retina can appear to be “washed out”.

As an analogy – it would be likened to one ‘pulling down the window
shades’.

Wouldn’t that be like a ‘kaleidoscope’ in your imagination?

Rene’s show business is now entering its 3rd year and it
focuses on the Deaf-Blind.

You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com

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Deaf Wish List of the Week:

that there are free legal clinics for the deaf everywhere
in USA – with plenty of interpreters available

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DeafHistory:

during 1990’s – Carlos Vives, who was deaf, owned Vives
Communications, a cable TV provider, in Santa Marta, a city of 430,000 people, in Columbia. He had nearly 10 people working for him. While he was a Deaf Success story, unfortunately, it did not last too long. He was assassinated by a business rival, and the business closed down.

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DeafNumbers of the Week:

7

number of public meetings that took place in Virginia
during 1990’s and 2000’s to decide which
school to keep and which school to close – Virginia
School for the Deaf at Staunton (kept open) and
Virginia School for the Deaf at Hampton (closed)

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Deaf Collegiate Athletes:

Arizona State – Morgan Steigerwalt, jr, gymnastics

waiting for season to start on January 11th; it is a
late-starting winter season sport

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Elite Deaf Athletes:

Alex Hickey, who is deaf, plays for the Geelong Falcons,
a junior level team in Australian Rules football and
is hoping to be drafted by one of these big time teams
in the Australian Football League

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Deaf Sports Library

Gallaudet football championships

1988 – Atlantic Coast Football Conference
1989 – Atlantic Coast Football Conference
1998 – Eastern Seaboard Football Conference
2013 – Eastern Collegiate Football Conference

both Atlantic Coast Football Conference and the
Eastern Seaboard Football Conference are no longer
in existence

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DeafDigest Sports:

http://deafdigestsports.com/

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if you know of mainstreamed athletes, please
e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

click on mainstream on the right side of
http://deafdigestsports.com for the list of
mainstreamed athletes

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– EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! –

–  Public Relations Director – Los Angeles, CA

–  Placement Coordinator – West Covina, CA

–  Staff Interpreter – Riverside, CA

To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go
to our website:

http://www.gladinc.org

If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume
and application to:

Jeff Fetterman
Human Resources Manager
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041

V/TDD:  (323) 550-4207
Fax #:  (323) 550-4204

E-mail: mailto:jfetterman@gladinc.org

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Faculty position opening
Assistant/Associate Professor, Deaf Studies
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, California

Department:    Deaf Studies Effective Date of Appointment:  August 2014

(Subject to Budgetary Approval)

Rank:  Assistant/Associate Professor Salary:  Dependent on Qualifications

Qualifications:   Earned Doctorate in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, American Sign Language (ASL), or closely related field of study.  ABD candidates will be considered but must complete the doctorate by the time of appointment.  General knowledge of ASL and the Deaf Studies field, which may include but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf Education, and interpreting.  Possess strong and effective teaching methods in various aspects of ASL and Deaf Studies or other related courses.  Extensive knowledge of Deaf Culture and the Deaf community. Evidence of successful Deaf Studies-related teaching experience at the college level.  Demonstrated evidence of recent scholarly publications or equivalencies and activities or evidence of potential for such scholarly accomplishments.  Ability to interact effectively with both Deaf and hearing people.  Evidence of positive relationships and collegiality with university students, staff, and colleagues.  Evidence of participation in ASL/Deaf Studies and Deaf community organizations on local, state, and/or national levels.  Commitment to Deaf bilingual/bicultural experience and its foundation in basic human rights.  Native/native-like fluency in ASL. Basic understanding of curriculum development.   Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.

CSUN is a Learning Centered University.  The successful candidate will be expected to join faculty and staff in a commitment to active learning, to the assessment of learning outcomes, and to multiple pathways that enable students to graduate.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.

Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.

Responsibilities:  Teach American Sign Language and Deaf Studies content courses.  The standard teaching load is twelve (12) units per semester (plus committee assignments).  A reduced load will be assigned during the first year of teaching.  The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department (including curriculum and program development); engage in scholarship and community service and to remain current in their field; serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees, and to participate in other service as needed.

Application Process:  Applicants should submit all of the following: NOTE:  Incomplete applications will be accepted but will not be reviewed/considered until all requested materials are received.
1.    Cover letter that includes:
Statements of teaching and research interests
Summary of prior relevant experience
Statement or evidence of Deaf-centric philosophies
2.    Current curriculum vitae that includes:
Educational background
Prior teaching experience
Evidence of scholarship and/or related professional experience
3.    One sample course syllabus from a course in a related field of study
4.    One automated student evaluation.  If none are available, provide a written statement confirming that automated evaluations are not available and provide some other evidence of teaching effectiveness/potential.
5.    Photocopies of all earned degrees (BA, MA, Ph.D.)
6.    Provide evidence of any relevant certificates
7.    Three (3) current letters of recommendation (not more than two years old)
8.    Names and complete contact information for at least three (3) professional references

Application Deadline: Screening of candidates will begin on January 21, 2014.

Position to remain open until filled.

Inquiries and nominations should be addressed to: Flavia S. Fleischer, Chair
Department of Deaf Studies
California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, California 91330-8265

General Information:
California State University, Northridge, one of the largest of the 23 campuses of The California State University system, is located twenty-five miles northwest of central Los Angeles in the San Fernando Valley, a suburb with a multi-ethnic population of over one million people. The University enrolls approximately 36,000 students (29,181 FTEs) from diverse ethnic backgrounds, served by 2,000 faculty.  Nine Colleges offer baccalaureate degrees in 69 degree programs, master’s degrees in 58 graduate degree programs, 2 doctorate graduate programs, 55 teaching credentials in the field of education, and various opportunities in extended learning and other special programs.  For more information about the University, check our website:  http://www.csun.edu/

In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available on-line at http://www-admn.csun.edu/police/clery-report.pdf.  Print copies are available in the library and by request from the Department of Police Services and the Office of Faculty Affairs.

Applicants who wish to request accommodations for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity, (818) 677-2077.

The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identify, gender expression, gender orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

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open positions
The Learning Center for Deaf
Framingham, MA

Substitute Classroom Assistant (Intensive Needs)
http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/

Elementary Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/

Walden School Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Elementary Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight Supervisor
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-supervisor-job/

Wraparound Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Wraparound Therapeutic Mentor
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-therapeutic-mentor/

Daycare Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Computer Systems Administrator
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-desktop-systems-support-specialist-job/

Residential Counselor – Girls Dorm
http://deafdigest.com/tlcfemaledorm/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Residential
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Relief Worker (CCW Substitute)
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-relief-worker-child-care-worker-substitutes/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Day
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-day-childcare-job/

If interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume,
application (found on website) as well as three professional references
to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org

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PAHrtners Deaf Services is Expanding to Pittsburgh!

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:

— ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – Full Time; Glenside location
— STAFF INTERPRETER – Full Time or Part Time; Glenside location
— RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR – Full Time; Glenside location
— THERAPIST/PSYCHOSOCIAL REHAB COUNSELOR – Full Time; Glenside
location
— RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS – Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside
and Pittsburgh locations

— RESIDENTIAL CASE MANAGER – Full Time; Pittsburgh location
— OFFICE MANAGER/INTERPRETER – Full Time; Pittsburgh location

Go to our Website at: http://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:

Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR
PAHrtners Deaf Services
614 N. Easton Road
Glenside, PA 19038

Email: mailto:lclaypool@pahrtners.com
Fax: 215-884-6301; 215-884-9770 TTY/V

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job description
Curriculum Coordinator for 21st Century Learning
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports to:    Director of Academic Technology and 21st Century Learning

Employment information:  This is a full-time, 11-month position.

Summary Statement:  The primary role and responsibilities of the Curriculum Coordinator include collaboration with faculty members and departments in the development, writing, alignment, implementation and assessment of district/common core curriculum (for the improvement of instruction), as well as the evaluation, purchase and incorporation of texts, resources and technology into classroom instruction K-12.

Qualifications:
1.    Master’s degree required, preferably in related areas such as Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, or related fields which include design, instruction, and assessment.
2.    At least five (5) years teaching experience in an educational setting.
3.    Past experience in curriculum instruction and supervision required.
4.    Extensive knowledge of common core standards and curriculum and instructional design, including integration of academic technology, emphasis on math and English Language Arts critical.
5.    An extensive knowledge of and experience with recent and emerging educational practices, academic technology, common core standards and assessment, curricular alignment, etc.
6.    Must be organized, assertive, creative, able to assume initiative and responsibility.
7.    Must be able to work well with people, hearing and Deaf.
8.    Comfort and breadth of experience with interactive and academic technologies
9.    Fluency in ASL.

Duties and responsibilities:
1.    Ensure that the school’s curriculum is aligned with the state standards to achieve school goals. 2.    Map and align current school curriculum and practices to common core – finding gaps, holes, and misalignments.
3.    Create comprehensive plan to move to full alignment of the common core by grade level and program.
4.    Align curriculum objectives to student testing
5.    Work with each grade and individual teachers to better understand and implement common core standards and meet alignment goals.
6.    Participate in the adoption of all textbooks and supplementary instructional materials. 7.    Provide ongoing evaluation of curriculum maps/curriculum guides, with annual updates of objectives and assessments;
8.    Work with academic departments to insure both vertical and horizontal alignment and best practices.
9.    Develop individual teachers abilities to implement and assess curriculum in daily practice and in planning lesson
10.    Monitor and evaluate staff curriculum development
11.    Develop in teachers. ability to check for understanding and track progress according to standards.
12.    Help create and manage curriculum guides aligned to state standards by grades and departments
13.    Be able to demonstrate through uses of such tools as pre- and post- tests of students. successful implementation of curriculum and improved or attained understanding.
14.    Understanding of the Danielson framework for curriculum practioners is preferred 15.    Experience, understanding, and knowledge of a variety of academic technology applications, and creative and extensive experience with integration of academic technology required.
16.    Ability to organize, lead, and train a variety of topics for professional development (in support of curriculum and instructional programs) in these areas required.
17.    Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Head of School

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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job description
Infant/Toddler Home Visitor (Contractor)
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports To:                 Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention

Employment Information: This is a fee for service position. This position does not carry benefits.

Summary Statement:      The home-visitor provides special instruction to infants, toddlers and their families.

Qualifications:
1.    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early intervention, early childhood education, early childhood special education or deaf education; Master’s degree preferred.
2.    One year (or full-time equivalent) experience working with children who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and their families; early childhood experience preferred.
3.    Possession of or eligibility for appropriate Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification.
4.    Proficiency in American Sign Language as demonstrated by an Intermediate score of 3.0 or greater on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) or its equivalent.
5.    PA Act 34 Criminal background, Child Abuse and FBI clearances.

Expectations and Responsibilities:
1.    Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of typical child growth and development.
2.    Demonstrate understanding of and experience with a culturally diverse urban population.
3.    Demonstrate the ability to embed supports and services within a family’s typical routines.
4.    Demonstrate the ability to provide balanced information to families in terms of language, communication and educational options.
5.    Participate and contribute to multidisciplinary team evaluations and the development of outcomes for Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
6.    Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with school and agency providers.
7.    Initiate routine progress monitoring as indicated by IFSPs, regional and state requirements.
8.    Maintain a thorough knowledge of current local and state regulations regarding early intervention services.
9.    Participate in staff meetings as necessary.
10.    Meet all state and county training requirements. 11.    Be available to continue service delivery in July and August. 12.    Perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention.

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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job description
Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports To: Director of Admissions and Educational Outreach

Employment Information: This is a full-time, 12 month position

Summary Statement:      The Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention will provide leadership and coordination to an interdisciplinary team of professionals, families and children.

Program Statement:     First Conversations is a program operating under The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf.  Serving infants/toddlers with hearing loss and their families, the First Conversations team provides families with information and resources about language development, early learning and educational options. Qualifications:

1.    Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in early intervention, early childhood education, early childhood special education, deaf education or related field. 2.    Five years (or full-time equivalent) experience working with children who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and their families; early intervention field experience preferred.
3.    Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
4.    Strong understanding of language development and communication options for children who are deaf or hard of hearing, including thorough understanding of developmental milestones in American Sign Language (ASL), listening and spoken language. 5.    Strong understanding of special education laws, specifically IDEA Part C. 6.    Commitment to social justice, empowerment of families and support for diversity, specifically within an urban framework. 7.    Strong organization skills, flexibility and decision making capabilities. 8.    Knowledge of Pennsylvania early intervention system preferred. 9.    Possession of or eligibility for appropriate Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification and Supervisor certification.
10.    Demonstrate intermediate level proficiency in American Sign Language. 11.    PA Act 34 Criminal background, Child Abuse and FBI clearances.

Responsibilities:
1.    Provide leadership, coordination and evaluation of early intervention services. 2.    Supervise and evaluate all educational and clinical infant/toddler early intervention providers. 3.    Assist in employee recruitment, selection, evaluation and termination.
4.    Provide program development and marketing in the community. 5.    Develop and deliver professional development on topics related to early intervention and serving children with hearing loss.
6.    Maintain a thorough knowledge of current local and state regulations regarding early intervention services; support the implementation and practice of mandated policies.
7.    Monitor selection and implementation of curricula and assessment for early intervention programs.
8.    Monitor the development and service delivery of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
9.    Serve as a liaison between First Conversations and various agencies (i.e. CHOP, IDS, Childlink, OCDEL).
10.    Represent First Conversations at relevant interagency meetings (State Interagency Coordinating Council, IDS Director’s Meetings, Teaching Learning Collaborative Supervisors Meetings, Early Intervention Providers Association). 11.    Oversee fiscal operations including provider enrollment into PROMISe billing system.
12.    Manage referrals (i.e. accept/assign, report start dates, maintain caseloads). 13.    Support family engagement demonstrating an understanding of adult learning principles.

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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open positions
Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc
Salisbury, MD

Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is hiring for the following
positions:

– Driver (Part-time)

Qualifications:  Must have high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s
license with clean driving record with no moving violations, follow
all safety guidelines per MVA and 3-5 years experience.  Fluency in
ASL preferred or willingness to learn.

Job Goal:  To provide transportation services for Deaf and Hard of
Hearing individuals with other disabilities to locations throughout
the Eastern Shore.  Shift varies with some evenings and weekends.

– Independent Living Advisor (ILA)

Qualifications:  Fluency in ASL; High School Diploma, GED or
equivalent required; one year related experience preferred;
competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible and
work within a team approach environment. Ability to teach, advise and
motivate people. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and
good driving record required.

Job Goal:  Provide direct care independent living services and
support to individuals. Services range from personal hygiene,
medication administration and intensive independent living skills
training in individuals’ homes, etc. throughout the Eastern Shore.
Shifts varies within a team oriented environment.

– Job Coach

Qualifications:  Six month’s experience with training, coaching and
motivating people. Skilled in use of structured training techniques
for teaching job performance skills; job-related skills and work
behaviors. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Job Goal:  To provide individual and group on-the-job training for
individuals with various levels of hearing loss which includes
teaching and coaching how to develop job skills, employee/employer
relationships, work ethics and communication for successful
employment outcomes.

– Specified Program Support (Part-time)

Qualifications:  High school diploma or equivalent, 2 yrs exp. with
programs in a nonprofit organization, preferably housing programs.
Must be willing to travel a 50 mile radius & work well with a diverse
group of individuals, community members & licensed contractors. Valid
driver’s license and good driving record required.

Job Goal:  Responsible for coordinating the maintenance & repairs
with various vendors for HUD properties.  Determines the severity of
the needs & takes the initiative to contact, solicit bids, & schedule
work to be completed.  Conduct inspections & meets repair workers at
the various sites.

Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume & 3 business
references to dila@dila.org; fax 410-543-4874; apply online at
www.dila.org or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow
Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

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Position openings
Deaf Can Inc/Deaf Living Sober program
Northeast Minneapolis (Minnesota)

– Case Manager
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 32 hours a week

– Tenant Assistant
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 14 hours bi-weekly

Description: Deaf Can Inc.’s, Deaf Living Sober program, has an opening for a Case Manager and Tenant Assistants working with Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind individuals who are in recovery and living in independent apartments utilizing the skills and experience of the Specialist to adapt and maintain a sober and meaningful life.   The Case Manager will work closely with the Central Avenue Apartment Staff and other RS Eden employees to assure safety and maintain communication between programs.  We provide a safe environment and teach residents the skills necessary to live, work, and socialize in a sober community. The primary mode of communication is American Sign Language (ASL). Therefore, fluency in ASL  and other various manual forms of communication is mandatory.

Duties: The Case Manager support for individual resident. Responsibilities include:
.    Provides individual instruction to resident on self-care, household-chores, and other general resident specific programs.
.    Acts as a role model demonstrating good skills in recovery approaches and understanding addiction philosophy.
.    Daily contact and accountability of residents to their schedules.
.    Assisting, locating, planning and developing appointments and follow up care for health, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, legal, spiritual health, transit and any other directed by the resident.
.    Provide hands on localized training on Twin Cities public transit such as bus and light rail systems and accompanying residents on initial appointments as needed. .    Complete charts, logs, incident reports and all other written documentation as required by program policies and procedures.
All program employees attend regular staff meetings.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
.    Minimum of 21 years of age
.    High school diploma/GED
.    Two years of Adult Foster Care /Human Services / Educational experience
.    Knowledge of addiction LADC, MN model 12 steps, relapse and recovery approaches
.    Additional work or volunteer experience with persons who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Deaf-Blind.
.    FLUENCY IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Preferred Qualification:
.    LADC, social services and human services degrees preferred

Contact mailto:mike.deafcan@gmail.com to express interest in applying for either positions

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position opening
Technology Coordinator
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Clarks Summit, PA

REPORTS TO:        Director

JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, 199-day position.  The Technology Coordinator is responsible for server and client computer maintenance, back-up and security, and maintenance of other technology on the campus.

The Technology Coordinator should possess an understanding of network distributed computing concepts and experience with both PC, MAC and tablet (iPad) platforms and should have a working knowledge of technology that is used in an educational setting such as SMARTboards, document cameras and related educational software. Experience instructing in the use of technology-based services is also recommended.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technology or related field is preferred. Experience in a school setting also preferred.

The Technology Coordinator should have working knowledge of Windows 2008 Server; Active Directory; VMWare, file sharing, content-filtering firewalls, phone and communication systems, video conferencing technology, technology-based security systems, PC & MAC hardware maintenance; Windows XP . Windows 7, and MAC OS 10.5 . 10.8.

Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language
Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is “Survival Plus”.

The minimum level accepted at hire is “No Functional Skills”.

PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required.

SALARY:        Commensurate with experience

DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled

STARTING DATE:
ASAP

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western PA School for the Deaf
300 E Swissvale Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 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, race, religion, disability or gender preference.

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Job Posting
Community Employment Services Coordinator
Deaf Adult Services Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time – Salaried

Function:
Manage all employment services offered at Deaf Adult Services by establishing and maintaining activities to develop, locate, and secure job openings for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in accordance with in-office directives and ACCES-VR contractual obligations. Responsibilities include providing assistance with job development/placement efforts; work in conjunction with traditional employment resources, develop employment opportunities, identify openings and opportunities for individuals in need of employment assistance; Other duties include job interview readiness, job counseling to individuals and employers, sensitivity awareness and training for existing and potential employers of deaf and hard of hearing clients. Responsible for accurate and timely billing documentation of services provided.

Specific Duties:
. Assist individuals in job seeking, application procedures, resume writing, interview preparation and job retention skills and attitudes
. Provide job search/career information workshops and presentations as needed
. Make arrangements for interpreters and interviews for individuals and potential employers
. Monitor individual performance on the job and advocate as needed
. Counsel and support individual when job performance is not satisfactory and work with them to improve job performance and gain necessary job skills or review other employment options
. Provide program information to various businesses, non-profit agencies, schools, and update information as needed including the removal of employment barriers
. Recruit potential Deaf and Hard of Hearing candidates for job placement services
. Ensure the delivery of services reflect Independent Living philosophy and Consumer empowerment and self-advocacy
. Other duties as assigned by Executive Director within the objectives of the position

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. 3 years Job Placement experience with demonstrated placement success
. Sign Language and Deaf Culture knowledge
. Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years experience
. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
. General computer knowledge including Word and Excel
. Sensitivity to the confidential nature of program and individual information
. Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize work assignments
. Must have reliable transportation, a valid New York driver’s license and current automobile insurance as required by law

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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Job Posting
Manager of Interpreting Services
Deaf Adult Services
Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time, Salaried

Function:
The Manager of Interpreting Services is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the Interpreting Department at Deaf Adult Services including interpreter relations, customer satisfaction and vendor accounts . Participate as part of agency management team with Executive Director, Business Manager and Director of Advocacy and Community Education Services to ensure continuous quality and stability of programs.
Specific Duties:
. Supervise all interpreting services staff. Participate in annual review, hiring and any disciplinary measures needed.
. Review all customer contracts and prepare for signature
. Oversee and ensure appropriateness of all interpreting assignments
. Assess/evaluate the skills/certification of all interpreters at least annually
. Submit a written monthly report, including program statistics, to the Executive Director
. Coordinate CEU training opportunities for Western NY interpreters.
. Stay abreast of current relevant technology and standards of the industry through knowledge of disability law, RID and NAD.
. Coordinate the ACCES-VR/MWBE and ECDSS interpreting contracts including ensuring timely and effective tracking and reporting as required by contract.
. Work with Executive Director on Interpreting specific grant projects and funding opportunities
. Conduct outreach and marketing in order to recruit new business.
. Remain knowledgeable about local interpreting dynamics as a method to evaluate and mentor inexperienced community interpreters.
. Submit current news and information for dissemination in DAS E-News
. Attend staff development opportunities
. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. Must possess NIC or equivalent certification or CDI certification
. At least 6 years of professional interpreting experience
. Diplomacy and strong people skills
. Effective problem solving and communication skills.
. Thorough knowledge of Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Hearing Cultures
. Knowledge of RID Code of Professional Conduct
. Thorough knowledge of ADA
. Relevant education and training required to obtain knowledge and experience of the interpreting industry
. Proven successful relationships with local Deaf and HH communities
. Organizational and time management capabilities
. Computer competency and knowledge of customer service principles

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
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This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-from-loud-concerts/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-tax-credits/

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Top stories about the deaf:

Madonna University and Schoolcraft College, both in
Michigan, will be offering a dual Sign Language
Studies dual degree program. Not sure exactly how
this all works out in detail.

The San Diego State American Sign Language Club has
collected 4,800 signatures and picked up 350
on-line supporters in an effort to convince the
administration to restore Deaf Studies program.
It was cut from the budget 3 years ago but was
supposed to be restored but hasn’t.

Lancaster County in Pennsylvania will be having
a text 911 service that will help the deaf in
need of assistance. It is a new service.

The Deaf Seniors of America, working in a new board
of directors, have outlined its goals

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TRUE OR FALSE: LOUD MUSICAL CONCERTS MAKE PEOPLE DEAF?
For years hearing specialists have been warning
hearing people that attending loud musical concerts
would make them deaf.
True or false? Some audiologists warn that it is
true. Other audiologists laugh and say it is false.
Who is right?

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-from-loud-concerts/

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New eligibility requirements for CDI certification

http://deafdigest.com/2014-cdi-deaf-interpreting-certification-requirements/

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WHY DO SOME HEARING EMPLOYERS HIRE THE DEAF?
Some hearing employers hire the deaf. Why? Is it
because they feel deaf can do the job? Maybe.
But for some hearing employers, there is a different
reason. They get save money on taxes by hiring the
deaf (or the disabled). Some states give tax credits
to them.

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-tax-credits/

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computer, click on bottom video

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A street named after a deaf person

http://deafdigest.com/a-street-named-after-a-deaf-person/

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IMPORTANCE OF PICNICS FOR A DEAF COMMUNITY
In Florida, members of the Deaf Community in the Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties got together at the Tri-County Deaf Picnic.
This picnic was very important because it gives them a chance
to mingle with each other.
Because of driving distances and because of low Deaf Community
population count, the picnic pulled them together, at least once
a year.

DEAF INCLUDED IN DIVERSITY EVENT
The Brooklands College staged a diversity event. There was
a range of role playing activities during that event.
This event earned the college the “Investor in Diversity”
status.

LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO
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rich attorneys and the deaf

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your dream throughout metro Washington, DC area.

This service is run by deaf owner with a mix of deaf and
hearing crews.

To learn more about this company at http://www.surdusremodeling.com

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We are seeking kitchen and bathroom installer with a minimum of 5
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Deaf Pin of the Week – a picture

At the 1988 NAD Conference in Charleston, SC, the late Terry J. O’Rourke, owner of TJ Publishers and a former NAD executive, ran for the NAD presidency. The campaign was reported to be the most bitter one ever with no punches spared, and he was defeated

http://deafdigest.com/deaf-pin-tj-orourke-nad-deaf-presidential-campaign/

DeafDigest thanks Robin Byers-Pierce for providing
the photographs of these pins

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Deaf Question of the Week:

Q. When there is emergency (fire, shooting, explosion, etc)
what is the best way to inform the deaf?

A. Quickly hire interpreters.

send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you.

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Rene Pellerin’s corner:

New Glasses

I needed new glasses, more specifically, with side shields.

The sun really bothers me coming in from the sides.  Hey, I have Usher Syndrome!

Many of us thought our side vision was completely gone, but this is often not true.

Many of us have a thin spots of vision, that sun shines through.

It interrupts our functional central vision.

Finding those glasses with side shields was not an easy task.  I ended up finding sports sunglasses.

The lens were specially tinted corning lens to handle my vision needs and to reduce glare.

Upon receiving my new glasses, oh oh, I look like a Ninja Turtle!(1930’s Aviator;
Batman on a mission?)   You get the idea.

Next time get the inside details!

Rene’s show business is now entering its 3rd year and it
focuses on the Deaf-Blind.

You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com

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Deaf Wish List of the Week:

On-call interpreters at kiosks at public facilities everywhere!

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DeafHistory:

Year 1913 – A newspaper in Arkansas lamented high number of
fake deaf people trying to make money by begging

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DeafNumbers of the Week:

11

different media outlets following the Gallaudet football team

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Deaf Collegiate Athletes:

Heather Kennedy, junior, Queens College (NC) is a member
of the soccer team. She is one of the team’s key players

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Elite Deaf Athletes:

Deaf swimmer Marcus Titus, who did not make it in the tryouts for
the 2012 Olympics, is not giving up. He is trying out again for the
2016 Olympics

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Deaf Sports Library

list of media outlets covering the Gallaudet football team

*  WRC 4 (NBC)
*  Redskins Blog
*  Mayor Vincent Gray
*  Washington Post
*  NCAA.com
*  WJLA 7 (ABC)
*  Bleacher Report
*  D3football.com Podcast
*  WTTG 5 (FOX)
*  CBS Evening News
*  USA Today Sports

this list does not cover it all. This was just the tip on the iceberg!

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– EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! –

–         Public Relations Director – Los Angeles, CA

–         Placement Coordinator – West Covina, CA

To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go
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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

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job description
Curriculum Coordinator for 21st Century Learning
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports to:    Director of Academic Technology and 21st Century Learning

Employment information:  This is a full-time, 11-month position.

Summary Statement:  The primary role and responsibilities of the Curriculum Coordinator include collaboration with faculty members and departments in the development, writing, alignment, implementation and assessment of district/common core curriculum (for the improvement of instruction), as well as the evaluation, purchase and incorporation of texts, resources and technology into classroom instruction K-12.

Qualifications:
1.    Master’s degree required, preferably in related areas such as Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, or related fields which include design, instruction, and assessment.
2.    At least five (5) years teaching experience in an educational setting.
3.    Past experience in curriculum instruction and supervision required.
4.    Extensive knowledge of common core standards and curriculum and instructional design, including integration of academic technology, emphasis on math and English Language Arts critical.
5.    An extensive knowledge of and experience with recent and emerging educational practices, academic technology, common core standards and assessment, curricular alignment, etc.
6.    Must be organized, assertive, creative, able to assume initiative and responsibility.
7.    Must be able to work well with people, hearing and Deaf.
8.    Comfort and breadth of experience with interactive and academic technologies
9.    Fluency in ASL.

Duties and responsibilities:
1.    Ensure that the school’s curriculum is aligned with the state standards to achieve school goals. 2.    Map and align current school curriculum and practices to common core – finding gaps, holes, and misalignments.
3.    Create comprehensive plan to move to full alignment of the common core by grade level and program.
4.    Align curriculum objectives to student testing
5.    Work with each grade and individual teachers to better understand and implement common core standards and meet alignment goals.
6.    Participate in the adoption of all textbooks and supplementary instructional materials. 7.    Provide ongoing evaluation of curriculum maps/curriculum guides, with annual updates of objectives and assessments;
8.    Work with academic departments to insure both vertical and horizontal alignment and best practices.
9.    Develop individual teachers abilities to implement and assess curriculum in daily practice and in planning lesson
10.    Monitor and evaluate staff curriculum development
11.    Develop in teachers. ability to check for understanding and track progress according to standards.
12.    Help create and manage curriculum guides aligned to state standards by grades and departments
13.    Be able to demonstrate through uses of such tools as pre- and post- tests of students. successful implementation of curriculum and improved or attained understanding.
14.    Understanding of the Danielson framework for curriculum practioners is preferred 15.    Experience, understanding, and knowledge of a variety of academic technology applications, and creative and extensive experience with integration of academic technology required.
16.    Ability to organize, lead, and train a variety of topics for professional development (in support of curriculum and instructional programs) in these areas required.
17.    Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Head of School

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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job description
Infant/Toddler Home Visitor (Contractor)
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports To:                 Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention

Employment Information: This is a fee for service position. This position does not carry benefits.

Summary Statement:      The home-visitor provides special instruction to infants, toddlers and their families.

Qualifications:
1.    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early intervention, early childhood education, early childhood special education or deaf education; Master’s degree preferred.
2.    One year (or full-time equivalent) experience working with children who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and their families; early childhood experience preferred.
3.    Possession of or eligibility for appropriate Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification.
4.    Proficiency in American Sign Language as demonstrated by an Intermediate score of 3.0 or greater on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) or its equivalent.
5.    PA Act 34 Criminal background, Child Abuse and FBI clearances.

Expectations and Responsibilities:
1.    Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of typical child growth and development.
2.    Demonstrate understanding of and experience with a culturally diverse urban population.
3.    Demonstrate the ability to embed supports and services within a family’s typical routines.
4.    Demonstrate the ability to provide balanced information to families in terms of language, communication and educational options.
5.    Participate and contribute to multidisciplinary team evaluations and the development of outcomes for Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
6.    Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with school and agency providers.
7.    Initiate routine progress monitoring as indicated by IFSPs, regional and state requirements.
8.    Maintain a thorough knowledge of current local and state regulations regarding early intervention services.
9.    Participate in staff meetings as necessary.
10.    Meet all state and county training requirements. 11.    Be available to continue service delivery in July and August. 12.    Perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention.

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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job description
Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Philadelphia, PA

Reports To: Director of Admissions and Educational Outreach

Employment Information: This is a full-time, 12 month position

Summary Statement:      The Coordinator of Infant/Toddler Early Intervention will provide leadership and coordination to an interdisciplinary team of professionals, families and children.

Program Statement:     First Conversations is a program operating under The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf.  Serving infants/toddlers with hearing loss and their families, the First Conversations team provides families with information and resources about language development, early learning and educational options. Qualifications:

1.    Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in early intervention, early childhood education, early childhood special education, deaf education or related field. 2.    Five years (or full-time equivalent) experience working with children who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and their families; early intervention field experience preferred.
3.    Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
4.    Strong understanding of language development and communication options for children who are deaf or hard of hearing, including thorough understanding of developmental milestones in American Sign Language (ASL), listening and spoken language. 5.    Strong understanding of special education laws, specifically IDEA Part C. 6.    Commitment to social justice, empowerment of families and support for diversity, specifically within an urban framework. 7.    Strong organization skills, flexibility and decision making capabilities. 8.    Knowledge of Pennsylvania early intervention system preferred. 9.    Possession of or eligibility for appropriate Pennsylvania Department of Education teacher certification and Supervisor certification.
10.    Demonstrate intermediate level proficiency in American Sign Language. 11.    PA Act 34 Criminal background, Child Abuse and FBI clearances.

Responsibilities:
1.    Provide leadership, coordination and evaluation of early intervention services. 2.    Supervise and evaluate all educational and clinical infant/toddler early intervention providers. 3.    Assist in employee recruitment, selection, evaluation and termination.
4.    Provide program development and marketing in the community. 5.    Develop and deliver professional development on topics related to early intervention and serving children with hearing loss.
6.    Maintain a thorough knowledge of current local and state regulations regarding early intervention services; support the implementation and practice of mandated policies.
7.    Monitor selection and implementation of curricula and assessment for early intervention programs.
8.    Monitor the development and service delivery of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
9.    Serve as a liaison between First Conversations and various agencies (i.e. CHOP, IDS, Childlink, OCDEL).
10.    Represent First Conversations at relevant interagency meetings (State Interagency Coordinating Council, IDS Director’s Meetings, Teaching Learning Collaborative Supervisors Meetings, Early Intervention Providers Association). 11.    Oversee fiscal operations including provider enrollment into PROMISe billing system.
12.    Manage referrals (i.e. accept/assign, report start dates, maintain caseloads). 13.    Support family engagement demonstrating an understanding of adult learning principles.

if interested, contact:

HR Coordinator
The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
100 W. School House Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19144

mailto:mcanfield@psd.org
E/O/E/M/F

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open positions
Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc
Salisbury, MD

Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is hiring for the following
positions:

– Driver (Part-time)

Qualifications:  Must have high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s
license with clean driving record with no moving violations, follow
all safety guidelines per MVA and 3-5 years experience.  Fluency in
ASL preferred or willingness to learn.

Job Goal:  To provide transportation services for Deaf and Hard of
Hearing individuals with other disabilities to locations throughout
the Eastern Shore.  Shift varies with some evenings and weekends.

– Independent Living Advisor (ILA)

Qualifications:  Fluency in ASL; High School Diploma, GED or
equivalent required; one year related experience preferred;
competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible and
work within a team approach environment. Ability to teach, advise and
motivate people. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and
good driving record required.

Job Goal:  Provide direct care independent living services and
support to individuals. Services range from personal hygiene,
medication administration and intensive independent living skills
training in individuals’ homes, etc. throughout the Eastern Shore.
Shifts varies within a team oriented environment.

– Job Coach

Qualifications:  Six month’s experience with training, coaching and
motivating people. Skilled in use of structured training techniques
for teaching job performance skills; job-related skills and work
behaviors. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Job Goal:  To provide individual and group on-the-job training for
individuals with various levels of hearing loss which includes
teaching and coaching how to develop job skills, employee/employer
relationships, work ethics and communication for successful
employment outcomes.

– Specified Program Support (Part-time)

Qualifications:  High school diploma or equivalent, 2 yrs exp. with
programs in a nonprofit organization, preferably housing programs.
Must be willing to travel a 50 mile radius & work well with a diverse
group of individuals, community members & licensed contractors. Valid
driver’s license and good driving record required.

Job Goal:  Responsible for coordinating the maintenance & repairs
with various vendors for HUD properties.  Determines the severity of
the needs & takes the initiative to contact, solicit bids, & schedule
work to be completed.  Conduct inspections & meets repair workers at
the various sites.

Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume & 3 business
references to dila@dila.org; fax 410-543-4874; apply online at
www.dila.org or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow
Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

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open positions
The Learning Center for Deaf
Framingham, MA

Secondary Science Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/tlcscience/

Substitute Classroom Assistant (Intensive Needs)
http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/

Elementary Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/

Walden School Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Walden School Mental Health Clinician
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-mental-health-clinician/

Elementary Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight Supervisor
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-supervisor-job/

Wraparound Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Wraparound Therapeutic Mentor
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-therapeutic-mentor/

Daycare Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Computer Systems Administrator
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-desktop-systems-support-specialist-job/

Walden School ILS Specialist
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-independent-living-skills-specialist-position/

Residential Counselor – Girls Dorm
http://deafdigest.com/tlcfemaledorm/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Residential
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Relief Worker (CCW Substitute)
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-relief-worker-child-care-worker-substitutes/

If interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, application (found on website) as well as three professional references to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org

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Position openings
Deaf Can Inc/Deaf Living Sober program
Northeast Minneapolis (Minnesota)

– Case Manager
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 32 hours a week

– Tenant Assistant
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 14 hours bi-weekly

Description: Deaf Can Inc.’s, Deaf Living Sober program, has an opening for a Case Manager and Tenant Assistants working with Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind individuals who are in recovery and living in independent apartments utilizing the skills and experience of the Specialist to adapt and maintain a sober and meaningful life.   The Case Manager will work closely with the Central Avenue Apartment Staff and other RS Eden employees to assure safety and maintain communication between programs.  We provide a safe environment and teach residents the skills necessary to live, work, and socialize in a sober community. The primary mode of communication is American Sign Language (ASL). Therefore, fluency in ASL  and other various manual forms of communication is mandatory.

Duties: The Case Manager support for individual resident. Responsibilities include:
.    Provides individual instruction to resident on self-care, household-chores, and other general resident specific programs.
.    Acts as a role model demonstrating good skills in recovery approaches and understanding addiction philosophy.
.    Daily contact and accountability of residents to their schedules.
.    Assisting, locating, planning and developing appointments and follow up care for health, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, legal, spiritual health, transit and any other directed by the resident.
.    Provide hands on localized training on Twin Cities public transit such as bus and light rail systems and accompanying residents on initial appointments as needed. .    Complete charts, logs, incident reports and all other written documentation as required by program policies and procedures.
All program employees attend regular staff meetings.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
.    Minimum of 21 years of age
.    High school diploma/GED
.    Two years of Adult Foster Care /Human Services / Educational experience
.    Knowledge of addiction LADC, MN model 12 steps, relapse and recovery approaches
.    Additional work or volunteer experience with persons who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Deaf-Blind.
.    FLUENCY IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Preferred Qualification:
.    LADC, social services and human services degrees preferred

Contact mailto:mike.deafcan@gmail.com to express interest in applying for either positions

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position opening
Technology Coordinator
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Clarks Summit, PA

REPORTS TO:        Director

JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, 199-day position.  The Technology Coordinator is responsible for server and client computer maintenance, back-up and security, and maintenance of other technology on the campus.

The Technology Coordinator should possess an understanding of network distributed computing concepts and experience with both PC, MAC and tablet (iPad) platforms and should have a working knowledge of technology that is used in an educational setting such as SMARTboards, document cameras and related educational software. Experience instructing in the use of technology-based services is also recommended.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technology or related field is preferred. Experience in a school setting also preferred.

The Technology Coordinator should have working knowledge of Windows 2008 Server; Active Directory; VMWare, file sharing, content-filtering firewalls, phone and communication systems, video conferencing technology, technology-based security systems, PC & MAC hardware maintenance; Windows XP . Windows 7, and MAC OS 10.5 . 10.8.

Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language
Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is “Survival Plus”.

The minimum level accepted at hire is “No Functional Skills”.

PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required.

SALARY:        Commensurate with experience

DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled

STARTING DATE:
ASAP

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western PA School for the Deaf
300 E Swissvale Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 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, race, religion, disability or gender preference.

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career announcement
Interpreter IV/Coordinator
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf – Albuquerque
Albuquerque, New Mexico

No 03-10-061

Status            Exempt – Full-Time

Position Purpose
Responsible for the Community Outreach Program for the Deaf (COPD) – New Mexico’s Interpreting Services Program.  Manages the Interpreting Program with oversight from both the Agency Director and the Operations Director of Interpreting.  Administers the Interpreting Department’s internship program.  Performs daily supervisory responsibilities for Interpreter Referral Specialists and Staff Interpreters.  Assists with administrative and operational policy development and monitoring of monthly expenditures. Completes interpreter status and staff productivity reports, ensuring quality of service, and develops agreements and contracts with customer businesses. Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings. Documents interpreting time and activities for billing purposes. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions
.    Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational, social services, etc.
.    Maintains high professional standards in accordance with the RID Code of Professional Conduct, ensuring quality interpreting services for the Hearing and Deaf consumers
.    Documents interpreting time for billing purposes
.    Assists with in-house and walk-in interpreting services, as needed
.    Assists with emergency coverage as schedule permits
.    Meets the productivity requirements as assigned by supervisor .    Provides input for hiring, training, and evaluating staff
.    Reviews with supervisor and develops select administrative functions in support of the Interpreting program mission.  Administrative functions include documenting interpreting time for billing purposes, assisting with feedback mechanisms for interpreters and assisting with oversight of Interpreter Referral Specialists
.    Supervises Interpreter Referral Specialists and Staff Interpreters
.    Monitors the quality of services of freelance (contract) interpreters and reports to Director
.    Administers the Interpreting Department’s internship program; works with supervisor in the development of the internship program for state-wide and national best practices
.    Assists the Agency Director by Collaborating with legal, medical and mental health partners state-wide to maximize services and training opportunities
.    Develops interpreting related workshops for consumers and interpreters as assigned by the Agency Director
.    Assists Interpreting Department with projects such as developing training, internship and mentoring for staff and contract interpreters
.    Assists with contracts for freelance interpreters; maintains a file on each freelance interpreter; follows-up on interpreter/consumer concerns
.    Evaluates productivity levels of staff interpreters and monthly fill rates for the department and makes recommendations for improvement; develops procedures to accomplish stated recommendations
.    Consults with agencies regarding professional and ethical conduct of contract interpreters
.    Evaluates interpreter services and develops recommendations of changes based on community needs and service operation; shares information with Agency Director and Director of Operations .    Completes monthly interpreter status reports and staff productivity reports, and analyzes departmental functions; reports findings to the Advisory Board
.    Assists in coordinating/scheduling community and educational interpreters
.    Acts as a liaison with local and national interpreting resources such as NAD and RID to foster improvement in interpreting services
.    Works as part of a team to develop VI programs for the Deaf community .    Works with businesses and organizations in the development of VI services
.    Represents the Interpreting Program at agency and community meetings, as assigned by supervisor
.    May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Minimum Qualifications
.    Completion of ITP or Associates degree or three years of directly related experience may substitute for Associates
.    RID CI and CT, or CSC, or CDI/RSC, or NAD5, or EIPA 5.0, or NIC Advanced
.    Current valid New Mexico Interpreter License
.    2 years of interpreting experience, community interpreting preferred (1 year of experience equals 20-25 hours per week for average of 50 weeks per year)
.    Pass drug screening
.    Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report
Desired Qualifications
.    Bachelor’s degree
.    Completion of formal internship/mentee program
.    Additional years of directly related experience .    Knowledge about/experience with VRI

Salary $24.00 – $28.56 depending on experience and educational background

How to Apply    Complete application at:

Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
3908 Carlisle NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico  87107

505-255-7636

Fax resume and cover letter – 505-255-8029

Email resume and cover letter . humanresources@ccs-soaz.org

For more information visit our website at: http://www.ccs-soaz.org

Selection    Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience

Open        October 24, 2013

Closing Date        When Filled

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 1068

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence.  For more information visit our website at:  http://www.ccs-soaz.org

Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer

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PAHrtners Deaf Services is Expanding to Pittsburgh!

New positions now open.

www.pahrtners.com/careers

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:

– Job Title:
Administrative Assistant

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full Time

Description: This position provides administrative support to all
programs.  Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and VP calls;
responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage calendars,
coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track supplies and
handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and assist
wherever and whenever possible

Qualifications: Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years’ administrative
assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and excel.  AA degree
preferred.  Must possess strong writing and proofreading skills and
excellent organizational skills.  Fluency in American Sign Language
strongly preferred.

– Job Title:
Residential Program Director

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full Time

Description:
Position supervises all residential sites and program personnel.
This senior position provides program coverage, assists in completing
staff schedules, secures shift coverage and monitors/limits
overtime.  Other duties include: developing/monitoring the annual
budget while approving expenditures; ensuring individual health needs
are met by reviewing and assisting with the coordination of medical,
dental and   psychotherapy services and corresponding transportation;
confirming homes and vehicles are maintained and operated in a clean,
safe and secure manner.  This position also monitors and participates
in the completion of required documents, including but not limited
to: daily logs, medication logs, medical appointment forms, monthly
and quarterly reports, incident reports, fire drill reports,
behavioral data reports, goal plan forms, petty cash auditing forms,
etc.  This position is responsible for recruiting, interviewing,
hiring, orienting, training, evaluating and disciplining residential
support staff while also ensuring staff perform all assigned duties.

Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in the human services field along
with two years’ experience as a program director, or three years of
experience in a managerial level position in the human services field
working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or
behavioral health disorders.  Advanced fluency in ASL required.

– Job Title:
Staff Interpreter

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full time or Part time position

Description:
This position provides interpreting services for: psychiatrist
appointments, family therapy, home visits with Deaf children and
adults, staff meetings and trainings.  Must be able to work with a
team of hearing and/or Deaf interpreters, as needed.

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:
Residential Counselors

Location:
Glenside, PA

And
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.

– Job Title: Office Manager/Interpreter
Location:  Pittsburgh, PA
Employee Type: Full Time

Description: This position supervises support staff, directs various
aspects of human resources, maintains personnel files, oversees
payroll, coordinates credentialing for licensed professionals, helps
create procedures relating to company policies, collaborates with the
benefits department, supervises audits and accreditations for all
programs, monitors billing activities, maintains petty cash, oversees
invoicing and ensures compliance with employment/labor laws and HIPAA
guidelines. Provides interpreting services for: emergency situations,
mental health evaluations, and staff meetings

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human
Resources Management or related field, plus three years
office/managerial experience; or AA Degree with at least five years
of supervisory/office experience. Fluency in American Sign Language
required.  Must possess strong writing/proofreading skills and
excellent organizational/time management skills. Compliance with PA
Act 57 (Certified & Registered with ODHH) also required.

Send your letter of intent and resumes to:

Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR
PAHrtners Deaf Services,
614 N. Easton Road,
Glenside, PA 19038

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

Visit us at:  http://www.pahrtners.com/careers

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Job Posting
Community Employment Services Coordinator
Deaf Adult Services Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time – Salaried

Function:
Manage all employment services offered at Deaf Adult Services by establishing and maintaining activities to develop, locate, and secure job openings for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in accordance with in-office directives and ACCES-VR contractual obligations. Responsibilities include providing assistance with job development/placement efforts; work in conjunction with traditional employment resources, develop employment opportunities, identify openings and opportunities for individuals in need of employment assistance; Other duties include job interview readiness, job counseling to individuals and employers, sensitivity awareness and training for existing and potential employers of deaf and hard of hearing clients. Responsible for accurate and timely billing documentation of services provided.

Specific Duties:
. Assist individuals in job seeking, application procedures, resume writing, interview preparation and job retention skills and attitudes
. Provide job search/career information workshops and presentations as needed
. Make arrangements for interpreters and interviews for individuals and potential employers
. Monitor individual performance on the job and advocate as needed
. Counsel and support individual when job performance is not satisfactory and work with them to improve job performance and gain necessary job skills or review other employment options
. Provide program information to various businesses, non-profit agencies, schools, and update information as needed including the removal of employment barriers
. Recruit potential Deaf and Hard of Hearing candidates for job placement services
. Ensure the delivery of services reflect Independent Living philosophy and Consumer empowerment and self-advocacy
. Other duties as assigned by Executive Director within the objectives of the position

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. 3 years Job Placement experience with demonstrated placement success
. Sign Language and Deaf Culture knowledge
. Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years experience
. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
. General computer knowledge including Word and Excel
. Sensitivity to the confidential nature of program and individual information
. Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize work assignments
. Must have reliable transportation, a valid New York driver’s license and current automobile insurance as required by law

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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Job Posting
Manager of Interpreting Services
Deaf Adult Services
Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time, Salaried

Function:
The Manager of Interpreting Services is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the Interpreting Department at Deaf Adult Services including interpreter relations, customer satisfaction and vendor accounts . Participate as part of agency management team with Executive Director, Business Manager and Director of Advocacy and Community Education Services to ensure continuous quality and stability of programs.
Specific Duties:
. Supervise all interpreting services staff. Participate in annual review, hiring and any disciplinary measures needed.
. Review all customer contracts and prepare for signature
. Oversee and ensure appropriateness of all interpreting assignments
. Assess/evaluate the skills/certification of all interpreters at least annually
. Submit a written monthly report, including program statistics, to the Executive Director
. Coordinate CEU training opportunities for Western NY interpreters.
. Stay abreast of current relevant technology and standards of the industry through knowledge of disability law, RID and NAD.
. Coordinate the ACCES-VR/MWBE and ECDSS interpreting contracts including ensuring timely and effective tracking and reporting as required by contract.
. Work with Executive Director on Interpreting specific grant projects and funding opportunities
. Conduct outreach and marketing in order to recruit new business.
. Remain knowledgeable about local interpreting dynamics as a method to evaluate and mentor inexperienced community interpreters.
. Submit current news and information for dissemination in DAS E-News
. Attend staff development opportunities
. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. Must possess NIC or equivalent certification or CDI certification
. At least 6 years of professional interpreting experience
. Diplomacy and strong people skills
. Effective problem solving and communication skills.
. Thorough knowledge of Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Hearing Cultures
. Knowledge of RID Code of Professional Conduct
. Thorough knowledge of ADA
. Relevant education and training required to obtain knowledge and experience of the interpreting industry
. Proven successful relationships with local Deaf and HH communities
. Organizational and time management capabilities
. Computer competency and knowledge of customer service principles

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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“From Silence to Sound” at Harris Communications

“From Silence to Sound” is a moving documentary about Justin Garrett, a completely deaf young man who agreed to undergo radical cochlear implant surgery that could possibly make him hear for the first time. Follow Justin as he prepares for, submits to and recovers from the high-stakes surgery.

DVD includes behind the scene interviews, Q&A session with Justin Garrett after the Los Angeles premier and a theatrical trailer.

“From Silence to Sound” (DVD396) is available at Harris Communications for $24.95.

[DVD: (2007) 48  minutes; voiced; open captioned]

For more information, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_ddg110313

or contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com

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Gold section.

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weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at:

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Top stories about the deaf:

The Gibraltar Hearing Impaired Association has hosted
a conference, in conjunction with the Ministry of Equality, Social Services and the Elderly to explain how the
deaf and the government agencies can work together.

The tug of war between parents of the deaf and the
Hamburg School District (Pennsylvania) has
continued over classroom interpreters. Because no
one could agree, the parents will be filing a formal
complaint with the state authorities.

The town of Liege in Belgium will be providing
sign language interpreters for the benefit of
the deaf in the court room. It is not known which
sign language will be used because this town is
divided between French-speaking and German-speaking
people.

The Philadelphia Police is reaching out to the Deaf
Community in an effort to improve relations and
communications.

The Deaf World Library and Museum, based at Utah Valley University would be the biggest resource of on-line
Deaf Culture material, according to plans outlined by
Bryan Eldredge, the director of the American Sign Language and Deaf Studies. This department won a grant from the
Institute of Museum and Library Service for this purpose.

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A LEADER WITH SECRET DEAFNESS?
Do we have a leader – such as a Senator or a big
corporate CEO or a famous TV person – that is deaf
but keeps it a secret?
President Roosevelt was in a wheelchair but ran
USA for 3 terms until he died. No one really knew
he was in a wheelchair!
So, maybe there are big and powerful leaders that
are secretly deaf?

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/secret-leader-deafness/

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

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FCC’s Schedule for New Closed Captioning Rules

http://35.182.75.222/com-new-video-captioning-dates/

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DEAF THAT HATE HEARING ASK HEARING FOR HELP!
It is sad that many deaf people hate the hearing.
But when deaf people need jobs or SSDI advice
or unemployment benefits advice, apartment rental
help, etc, who do they depend on?
The hearing person!

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hate-but-need-hearing/

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

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Deaf Women Conference of New England

Nov 7-9, 2014

Portsmouth, NH

The theme is “Deaf Women’s Amazing Soul”

http://deafdigest.com/2014-deaf-women-new-england-conference/

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DEAF ATTORNEY GIVING UP HIS JOB
Gerald Shea worked as an attorney for many years
without realizing he was deaf. He succeeded because he
was good at guessing the words.
But after years of guessing he got tired of it,
and walked away from the job that he loved.

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Dr. Steven L. Rattner, P.A. & Associates

Are you concerned about yellow teeth and you have important
events coming up soon like wedding day or lecturing seminars?

* Britesmile – Same Day Whitening Technique in Office

Do you dislike braces that has wires?

* Invisalign – Clear Orthodontic Treatment to Straighten Your Minor
Crooked Teeth

Are your dentures loose? Does your denture tooth break off? Do
you need emergency denture repair?

* Same Day Denture Repair Service – Must Come in Early in the
Morning and Pick Up at the end of the Day

Are you scared of needles for new fillings?

* Air Abrasion Technique does not require Needles for New Fillings

What about for extractions, replace old fillings, and other
treatments?

* The Wand – It’s a Lesser Painful or Painless Technique than
Conventional Needle Technique

* Nitrous Oxide Sedation – Provides Calm Environment

Are you scared of contaminated water in dental office?

* Brand New Self-Contained Distilled Water System to Prevent
Contamination to Patients

Are you a workaholic during the day and can’t see a dentist at least
two times a year?

* One Saturday per month in Gaithersburg office from 8am to 1pm

Are you tired of writing on paper when communicating or frustrated
with not getting an interpreter for your dental needs?

Full Time Deaf Dentist Proficient in American Sign Language:

Dr. Steven Rattner

* Staff Trained in Sign Language Efficiency

If you have any more questions, contact us at
mailto:SLRDDS@aol.com for Dr. Steven Rattner. Our dental offices are located in College Park, MD and Gaithersburg, MD.

VP number in College Park office: 240-241-7186
VP number in Gaithersburg office: 301-637-2971
Our website is http://www.drrattner.com

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LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO
(video with captions; may not work with iPads)

deaf placement in regular schools

http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafplacement/

Do enjoy viewing that video! Sorry, this video may
not work with iPad.

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OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING

Society of World Deaf Magicians

http://deafdigest.com/society-of-world-deaf-magician/

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REMODEL YOUR OUTDATED BATH or KITCHEN?

We specialize in remodeling bath and kitchen of
your dream throughout metro Washington, DC area.

This service is run by deaf owner with a mix of deaf and
hearing crews.

To learn more about this company at http://www.surdusremodeling.com

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Job opening
kitchen and bathroom installer
Northern VA, DC, and Maryland only

We are seeking kitchen and bathroom installer with a minimum of 5
years experience in demolition, plumbing, electricity, tiling, carpentry,
painting, flooring, and a good attitude.

All projects are in Northern VA, DC, and Maryland only.

Contact Elijah Gold at http://info@surdusremodeling.com
or VP at 202-400-2655

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Deaf Pin of the Week – a picture

Stuff that deaf peddlers sold many years ago

http://deafdigest.com/deaf-pin-deaf-peddler-stuff/

DeafDigest thanks Robin Byers-Pierce for providing
the photographs of these pins

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Deaf Question of the Week:

Q. I am confused about cruises. Some are required to
provide accommodations for the deaf whereas others
are not. Please explain.

A. Cruises which start at an American port or touch an American
port on its way around are subject to ADA regulations.
Cruises which “avoid” American ports are not subject to
ADA regulations!

send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you.

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Rene Pellerin’s corner:

The Clock Fall’s Back

Well, we change our time one hour backward, except Arizona (fall back, spring forward!).

For us with Usher Syndrome, this is not a great time of year.

The day gets shorter and it is dark earlier; we travel less.

We tend to be “stuck” at home until daylight.

So, friends, please check in on those DeafBlind community members in your area!

It will help a lot and enlighten our spirits!

Rene’s show business is now entering its 3rd year and it
focuses on the Deaf-Blind.

You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com

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Deaf Wish List of the Week:

that electronics stores would stop calling amplifiers
as hearing aids, because these devices are certainly not that so!

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DeafHistory:

Year 1989 – a group of deaf individuals interested in
Deaf History got together in an informal meeting
in Washington, DC. This led to the formation of the
Deaf History International two years later in 1991.

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DeafNumbers of the Week:

300

people, on the average, in the audience that listen to deaf rapper Sean Forbes’ songs during on his current tour

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Deaf Collegiate Athletes:

Rochester – Brok Kloeber, sr, football

was listed on the roster but apparently he has not played
a game this season

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Elite Deaf Athletes:

Kevin Hall, pro golfer

very little has been heard about him in recent months

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Deaf Sports Library

Q. First time Gallaudet football team wins on last play of game?

A. No. There were several wins in the past, but this win yesterday
was the most important one of them all.

Q. If Gallaudet wins the conference championship, first time in
football history?

A. No. Gallaudet won three conference championships in the past, but never been to NCAA. This would be the first time Gallaudet
would enter the NCAA-III playoffs if Gallaudet wins this coming
Saturday

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DeafDigest Sports:

http://deafdigestsports.com/

you can subscribe; no cost

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if you know of mainstreamed athletes, please
e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

click on mainstream on the right side of
http://deafdigestsports.com for the list of
mainstreamed athletes

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– EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! –

–         Public Relations Director – Los Angeles, CA

–         Placement Coordinator – West Covina, CA

To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go
to our website:

http://www.gladinc.org

If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume
and application to:

Jeff Fetterman
Human Resources Manager
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041

V/TDD:  (323) 550-4207
Fax #:  (323) 550-4204

E-mail: mailto:jfetterman@gladinc.org

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open positions
The Learning Center for Deaf
Framingham, MA

Secondary Science Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/tlcscience/

Substitute Classroom Assistant (Intensive Needs)
http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/

Elementary Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/

Walden School Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Walden School Mental Health Clinician
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-mental-health-clinician/

Elementary Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight Supervisor
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-supervisor-job/

Wraparound Family Partner
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/

Wraparound Therapeutic Mentor
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-therapeutic-mentor/

Daycare Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Daycare Substitute Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/

Computer Systems Administrator
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-desktop-systems-support-specialist-job/

Walden School ILS Specialist
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-independent-living-skills-specialist-position/

Residential Counselor – Girls Dorm
http://deafdigest.com/tlcfemaledorm/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Residential
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Child Care Worker – Overnight
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/

Walden School Relief Worker (CCW Substitute)
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-relief-worker-child-care-worker-substitutes/

If interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, application (found on website) as well as three professional references to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org

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Position openings
Deaf Can Inc/Deaf Living Sober program
Northeast Minneapolis (Minnesota)

– Case Manager
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 32 hours a week

– Tenant Assistant
Location: Central Avenue Apartments, Northeast Minneapolis
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: 14 hours bi-weekly

Description: Deaf Can Inc.’s, Deaf Living Sober program, has an opening for a Case Manager and Tenant Assistants working with Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind individuals who are in recovery and living in independent apartments utilizing the skills and experience of the Specialist to adapt and maintain a sober and meaningful life.   The Case Manager will work closely with the Central Avenue Apartment Staff and other RS Eden employees to assure safety and maintain communication between programs.  We provide a safe environment and teach residents the skills necessary to live, work, and socialize in a sober community. The primary mode of communication is American Sign Language (ASL). Therefore, fluency in ASL  and other various manual forms of communication is mandatory.

Duties: The Case Manager support for individual resident. Responsibilities include:
.    Provides individual instruction to resident on self-care, household-chores, and other general resident specific programs.
.    Acts as a role model demonstrating good skills in recovery approaches and understanding addiction philosophy.
.    Daily contact and accountability of residents to their schedules.
.    Assisting, locating, planning and developing appointments and follow up care for health, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, legal, spiritual health, transit and any other directed by the resident.
.    Provide hands on localized training on Twin Cities public transit such as bus and light rail systems and accompanying residents on initial appointments as needed. .    Complete charts, logs, incident reports and all other written documentation as required by program policies and procedures.
All program employees attend regular staff meetings.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
.    Minimum of 21 years of age
.    High school diploma/GED
.    Two years of Adult Foster Care /Human Services / Educational experience
.    Knowledge of addiction LADC, MN model 12 steps, relapse and recovery approaches
.    Additional work or volunteer experience with persons who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Deaf-Blind.
.    FLUENCY IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Preferred Qualification:
.    LADC, social services and human services degrees preferred

Contact mailto:mike.deafcan@gmail.com to express interest in applying for either positions

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position opening
Technology Coordinator
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Clarks Summit, PA

REPORTS TO:        Director

JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, 199-day position.  The Technology Coordinator is responsible for server and client computer maintenance, back-up and security, and maintenance of other technology on the campus.

The Technology Coordinator should possess an understanding of network distributed computing concepts and experience with both PC, MAC and tablet (iPad) platforms and should have a working knowledge of technology that is used in an educational setting such as SMARTboards, document cameras and related educational software. Experience instructing in the use of technology-based services is also recommended.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technology or related field is preferred. Experience in a school setting also preferred.

The Technology Coordinator should have working knowledge of Windows 2008 Server; Active Directory; VMWare, file sharing, content-filtering firewalls, phone and communication systems, video conferencing technology, technology-based security systems, PC & MAC hardware maintenance; Windows XP . Windows 7, and MAC OS 10.5 . 10.8.

Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language
Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is “Survival Plus”.

The minimum level accepted at hire is “No Functional Skills”.

PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required.

SALARY:        Commensurate with experience

DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled

STARTING DATE:
ASAP

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western PA School for the Deaf
300 E Swissvale Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 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, race, religion, disability or gender preference.

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career announcement
Interpreter IV/Coordinator
Community Outreach Program for the Deaf – Albuquerque
Albuquerque, New Mexico

No 03-10-061

Status            Exempt – Full-Time

Position Purpose
Responsible for the Community Outreach Program for the Deaf (COPD) – New Mexico’s Interpreting Services Program.  Manages the Interpreting Program with oversight from both the Agency Director and the Operations Director of Interpreting.  Administers the Interpreting Department’s internship program.  Performs daily supervisory responsibilities for Interpreter Referral Specialists and Staff Interpreters.  Assists with administrative and operational policy development and monitoring of monthly expenditures. Completes interpreter status and staff productivity reports, ensuring quality of service, and develops agreements and contracts with customer businesses. Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings. Documents interpreting time and activities for billing purposes. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions
.    Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational, social services, etc.
.    Maintains high professional standards in accordance with the RID Code of Professional Conduct, ensuring quality interpreting services for the Hearing and Deaf consumers
.    Documents interpreting time for billing purposes
.    Assists with in-house and walk-in interpreting services, as needed
.    Assists with emergency coverage as schedule permits
.    Meets the productivity requirements as assigned by supervisor .    Provides input for hiring, training, and evaluating staff
.    Reviews with supervisor and develops select administrative functions in support of the Interpreting program mission.  Administrative functions include documenting interpreting time for billing purposes, assisting with feedback mechanisms for interpreters and assisting with oversight of Interpreter Referral Specialists
.    Supervises Interpreter Referral Specialists and Staff Interpreters
.    Monitors the quality of services of freelance (contract) interpreters and reports to Director
.    Administers the Interpreting Department’s internship program; works with supervisor in the development of the internship program for state-wide and national best practices
.    Assists the Agency Director by Collaborating with legal, medical and mental health partners state-wide to maximize services and training opportunities
.    Develops interpreting related workshops for consumers and interpreters as assigned by the Agency Director
.    Assists Interpreting Department with projects such as developing training, internship and mentoring for staff and contract interpreters
.    Assists with contracts for freelance interpreters; maintains a file on each freelance interpreter; follows-up on interpreter/consumer concerns
.    Evaluates productivity levels of staff interpreters and monthly fill rates for the department and makes recommendations for improvement; develops procedures to accomplish stated recommendations
.    Consults with agencies regarding professional and ethical conduct of contract interpreters
.    Evaluates interpreter services and develops recommendations of changes based on community needs and service operation; shares information with Agency Director and Director of Operations .    Completes monthly interpreter status reports and staff productivity reports, and analyzes departmental functions; reports findings to the Advisory Board
.    Assists in coordinating/scheduling community and educational interpreters
.    Acts as a liaison with local and national interpreting resources such as NAD and RID to foster improvement in interpreting services
.    Works as part of a team to develop VI programs for the Deaf community .    Works with businesses and organizations in the development of VI services
.    Represents the Interpreting Program at agency and community meetings, as assigned by supervisor
.    May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Minimum Qualifications
.    Completion of ITP or Associates degree or three years of directly related experience may substitute for Associates
.    RID CI and CT, or CSC, or CDI/RSC, or NAD5, or EIPA 5.0, or NIC Advanced
.    Current valid New Mexico Interpreter License
.    2 years of interpreting experience, community interpreting preferred (1 year of experience equals 20-25 hours per week for average of 50 weeks per year)
.    Pass drug screening
.    Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report
Desired Qualifications
.    Bachelor’s degree
.    Completion of formal internship/mentee program
.    Additional years of directly related experience .    Knowledge about/experience with VRI

Salary $24.00 – $28.56 depending on experience and educational background

How to Apply    Complete application at:

Community Outreach Program for the Deaf
3908 Carlisle NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico  87107

505-255-7636

Fax resume and cover letter – 505-255-8029

Email resume and cover letter . humanresources@ccs-soaz.org

For more information visit our website at: http://www.ccs-soaz.org

Selection    Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience

Open        October 24, 2013

Closing Date        When Filled

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 1068

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence.  For more information visit our website at:  http://www.ccs-soaz.org

Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer

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PAHrtners Deaf Services is Expanding to Pittsburgh!

New positions now open.

www.pahrtners.com/careers

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:

– Job Title:
Administrative Assistant

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full Time

Description: This position provides administrative support to all
programs.  Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and VP calls;
responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage calendars,
coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track supplies and
handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and assist
wherever and whenever possible

Qualifications: Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years’ administrative
assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and excel.  AA degree
preferred.  Must possess strong writing and proofreading skills and
excellent organizational skills.  Fluency in American Sign Language
strongly preferred.

– Job Title:
Residential Program Director

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full Time

Description:
Position supervises all residential sites and program personnel.
This senior position provides program coverage, assists in completing
staff schedules, secures shift coverage and monitors/limits
overtime.  Other duties include: developing/monitoring the annual
budget while approving expenditures; ensuring individual health needs
are met by reviewing and assisting with the coordination of medical,
dental and   psychotherapy services and corresponding transportation;
confirming homes and vehicles are maintained and operated in a clean,
safe and secure manner.  This position also monitors and participates
in the completion of required documents, including but not limited
to: daily logs, medication logs, medical appointment forms, monthly
and quarterly reports, incident reports, fire drill reports,
behavioral data reports, goal plan forms, petty cash auditing forms,
etc.  This position is responsible for recruiting, interviewing,
hiring, orienting, training, evaluating and disciplining residential
support staff while also ensuring staff perform all assigned duties.

Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in the human services field along
with two years’ experience as a program director, or three years of
experience in a managerial level position in the human services field
working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or
behavioral health disorders.  Advanced fluency in ASL required.

– Job Title:
Staff Interpreter

Location:
Glenside, PA

Employee Type:
Full time or Part time position

Description:
This position provides interpreting services for: psychiatrist
appointments, family therapy, home visits with Deaf children and
adults, staff meetings and trainings.  Must be able to work with a
team of hearing and/or Deaf interpreters, as needed.

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:
Residential Counselors

Location:
Glenside, PA

And
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.

– Job Title: Office Manager/Interpreter
Location:  Pittsburgh, PA
Employee Type: Full Time

Description: This position supervises support staff, directs various
aspects of human resources, maintains personnel files, oversees
payroll, coordinates credentialing for licensed professionals, helps
create procedures relating to company policies, collaborates with the
benefits department, supervises audits and accreditations for all
programs, monitors billing activities, maintains petty cash, oversees
invoicing and ensures compliance with employment/labor laws and HIPAA
guidelines. Provides interpreting services for: emergency situations,
mental health evaluations, and staff meetings

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human
Resources Management or related field, plus three years
office/managerial experience; or AA Degree with at least five years
of supervisory/office experience. Fluency in American Sign Language
required.  Must possess strong writing/proofreading skills and
excellent organizational/time management skills. Compliance with PA
Act 57 (Certified & Registered with ODHH) also required.

Send your letter of intent and resumes to:

Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR
PAHrtners Deaf Services,
614 N. Easton Road,
Glenside, PA 19038

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

Visit us at:  http://www.pahrtners.com/careers

Like us on Facebook:  www.facebook.com/deafjobs

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Job Posting
Community Employment Services Coordinator
Deaf Adult Services Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time – Salaried

Function:
Manage all employment services offered at Deaf Adult Services by establishing and maintaining activities to develop, locate, and secure job openings for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in accordance with in-office directives and ACCES-VR contractual obligations. Responsibilities include providing assistance with job development/placement efforts; work in conjunction with traditional employment resources, develop employment opportunities, identify openings and opportunities for individuals in need of employment assistance; Other duties include job interview readiness, job counseling to individuals and employers, sensitivity awareness and training for existing and potential employers of deaf and hard of hearing clients. Responsible for accurate and timely billing documentation of services provided.

Specific Duties:
. Assist individuals in job seeking, application procedures, resume writing, interview preparation and job retention skills and attitudes
. Provide job search/career information workshops and presentations as needed
. Make arrangements for interpreters and interviews for individuals and potential employers
. Monitor individual performance on the job and advocate as needed
. Counsel and support individual when job performance is not satisfactory and work with them to improve job performance and gain necessary job skills or review other employment options
. Provide program information to various businesses, non-profit agencies, schools, and update information as needed including the removal of employment barriers
. Recruit potential Deaf and Hard of Hearing candidates for job placement services
. Ensure the delivery of services reflect Independent Living philosophy and Consumer empowerment and self-advocacy
. Other duties as assigned by Executive Director within the objectives of the position

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. 3 years Job Placement experience with demonstrated placement success
. Sign Language and Deaf Culture knowledge
. Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years experience
. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
. General computer knowledge including Word and Excel
. Sensitivity to the confidential nature of program and individual information
. Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize work assignments
. Must have reliable transportation, a valid New York driver’s license and current automobile insurance as required by law

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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Job Posting
Manager of Interpreting Services
Deaf Adult Services
Buffalo, NY

Responsible to: Executive Director
Status: Full time, Salaried

Function:
The Manager of Interpreting Services is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the Interpreting Department at Deaf Adult Services including interpreter relations, customer satisfaction and vendor accounts . Participate as part of agency management team with Executive Director, Business Manager and Director of Advocacy and Community Education Services to ensure continuous quality and stability of programs.
Specific Duties:
. Supervise all interpreting services staff. Participate in annual review, hiring and any disciplinary measures needed.
. Review all customer contracts and prepare for signature
. Oversee and ensure appropriateness of all interpreting assignments
. Assess/evaluate the skills/certification of all interpreters at least annually
. Submit a written monthly report, including program statistics, to the Executive Director
. Coordinate CEU training opportunities for Western NY interpreters.
. Stay abreast of current relevant technology and standards of the industry through knowledge of disability law, RID and NAD.
. Coordinate the ACCES-VR/MWBE and ECDSS interpreting contracts including ensuring timely and effective tracking and reporting as required by contract.
. Work with Executive Director on Interpreting specific grant projects and funding opportunities
. Conduct outreach and marketing in order to recruit new business.
. Remain knowledgeable about local interpreting dynamics as a method to evaluate and mentor inexperienced community interpreters.
. Submit current news and information for dissemination in DAS E-News
. Attend staff development opportunities
. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
. Must possess NIC or equivalent certification or CDI certification
. At least 6 years of professional interpreting experience
. Diplomacy and strong people skills
. Effective problem solving and communication skills.
. Thorough knowledge of Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Hearing Cultures
. Knowledge of RID Code of Professional Conduct
. Thorough knowledge of ADA
. Relevant education and training required to obtain knowledge and experience of the interpreting industry
. Proven successful relationships with local Deaf and HH communities
. Organizational and time management capabilities
. Computer competency and knowledge of customer service principles

Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org; Position available immediately.

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Looking for a part time employee who signs
I work for the Mary Lee Foundation, which is a non-profit in South Austin that provides services for people with disabilities.

One of the people we provide for is deaf and has a mild developmental disability.   I am looking for a female employee to work part time who signs to work with this 19 year old young lady.  The hours would Tuesdays and Thursdays after school (around 5p-7p) and 2-4 hours on a Saturday or Sunday (times are flexible).  They would be taking her on activities and teaching her good social and community skills.  She likes playing basketball, bowling, and she loves animals.  She needs help with homework, working on her cooking skills and wants to learn to drive.

The job requirements are being at least 21 years old, valid Texas drivers license and vehicle  insurance, good driving record, good criminal history, non-smoker, ability to lift without restriction, good writing skills and being very patient.

The pay is $9 per hour plus mileage for driving the person on outings.

She lives in north Austin (almost in Pflugerville) so ideally, this person lives north so they do not have to drive very far to pick her up.

Please email me back with a resume if someone is interested.

Thanks very much!

Leigh Dunson
Administrator
Mary Lee Foundation
Email: ldunson@maryleefoundation.org
Voice: 512-442-6077
Cell: 512-922-1587
Fax: 512-442-6825
http://www.maryleefoundation.org

ISD Student Life Position Openings
We have some positions available in Student Life!!
Part time position
Student Center Assistant
Maintain communication between ISD and parents through newsletter and social media
Part time position
Behavior specialist
The Behavior Specialist serves as the school counselor to all residential students who reside in the residential halls.  The Behavior Specialist works independently with limited guidance and instructions from the Director of Student Life.   This person is required to provide counseling to residential students on an individual and group basis, implement, coordinate and oversee prevention programs and group discussions, and perform a variety of tasks.
Full time position
Residential Mentor
Supervise elementary girls
Part time and full time positions
Teacher Aide

Crosswinds Arts & Science Magnet School located in Woodbury, MN is seeking an ASL Interpreter.

This position is responsible for providing professional level sign language interpreter services to the students, staff, parents, and others at Crosswinds Arts and Science School. Interpreter services will be provided in a variety of situations demanding a high level of skill and proficiency.  Translates spoken materials into sign language (ASL) for deaf individuals; Interprets sign language (ASL) for hearing individuals or others not conversant in sign language (ASL).

Crosswinds serves students year-round in grades 6 through 10 and is multicultural, diverse, integrated and academically challenging. Crosswinds is a tuition-free, public magnet school founded by a collaborative of east metro area schools with the goal of providing an integrated learning environment and serving as a model for all schools. Crosswinds is an IB World School maintaining an accredited International Baccalaureate Middle-Years Program. Perpich Center for Arts Education (PCAE) will be managing Crosswinds under agreement with East Metro Integration District and Minnesota Department of Education.

Kellie McNamara
HR Director
Perpich Ctr for Arts Education\Crosswinds Arts and Science School\Minnesota State Academies
mobile: 507-384-8954
e-mail: kellie.mcnamara@msa.state.mn.us

3 Job openings at Paraquad

Disability Policy Analyst.- Responsible for providing information, research analysis and advice on matters of policy and planning, utilizing the principles and values of the Independent Living Movement. Works closely with the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy to initiate and undertake research and analysis in support of disability rights and Missourians with Disabilities.

Community Access Coordinator – Will engage community partners at the local and state level to promote and ensure full and equal access for individuals with disabilities. Responsible for the coordination and oversight of the AccessibleSTL program. Will work collaboratively to build and sustain relationships with community partners, especially potential and current AccessibleSTL organizations.

Community Organizer – Responsible for maintaining and growing a grassroots base of disability advocates; providing guidance and support to community based advocacy groups; developing leadership among members; and promoting disability rights throughout the community through grassroots organizing and civic engagement campaigns.

Resumes and cover letters to Kay:

Kay Tucker

Human Resources Coordinator

Paraquad, Inc.

5240 Oakland Ave.

St. Louis, MO 63110

314-289-4201 (fax)

ktucker@paraquad.org

Broken Arrow Schools has an opening for a full-time interpreter to begin immediately through the end of the school year in May. The interpreter will work 6.5 hours daily at a rate commensurate with the level of certification. We are hiring QAST level III and above or EIPA level 3.5 and above. If you qualify and are interested, please contact me directly:

Marlene Truesdale
email mtruesdale at baschools dot org
Oklahoma

Employment Opportunities: Habiliation & Respite Provider

Employment opportunities with a community services organization that helps people with developmental disabilities.

We are in need of habilitation and respite providers who are experienced in ASL.  We have part time positions available and it is a great opportunity for college students or people who have a passion for working in the deaf community to earn some extra money while making a difference in these consumers lives.

If interested, contact Heather Hinshaw.  See contact information below.

Heather Hinshaw, MT-BC

HCBS Program Coordinator

Sonoran Sky Community Services, Inc.

9601 N. Black Canyon Highway

Phoenix, AZ, 85021

(602) 216-0518, ext. 117

Fax:  (602) 216-3704

Employment Opportunity: Sign Language/Interpreter Training position

Pima Community College
Arizona

The deadline to apply for the Sign Language/Interpreter Training position is November 5th.

For any questions, feel free to contact Leticia Anduaga; landuaga@pima.edu – Human Resources Analyst assigned to this position. Human Resources hours are normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and be contacted at (520) 206-4624.

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