DeafDigest Blue - November 2, 2014 Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; subscription at no cost to you Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 18th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/deafdigest1 Twitter @deafdigest subscription changes, go to deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow the screen weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-three-hotel-worries/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/no-deaf-captions-free-dessert/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-save-time/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-upset-with-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Lifetone Fire Alarm and Clock - Share to Win! The Lifetone Fire Alarm and Clock is not only an attractive and easy-to-use alarm clock, it also provides protection while you sleep. The Lifetone will "listen" for the T3 alarm pattern* from your smoke alarm. When detected you are alerted with 4 different signals: a loud, low-pitched T3 alarm; a talking voice giving instruction; a powerful vibrating bed shaker; and FIRE in large text against a flashing orange backlight. Find the Lifetone Fire Alarm and Clock (HC-LIFETONE2) at Harris Communications for $165.00. Harris is giving away a Lifetone on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/harriscomm/ Share the Lifetone post and have a chance to win a FREE Lifetone. (Drawing to be held Nov 3, 2014.) *Only works with alarms with T3 alarm pattern. A T3 alarm notifies with 3 beeps, a pause than repeats the pattern. To see the Lifetone, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB110214 or contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always confidential -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Top stories about the deaf: Telecom Italia, an Italian telecommunications provider, will be providing access at its centers for the benefit of the deaf. The Canadian Administrator of Video Relay Services is now seeking a full time director. A recruitment firm has been hired to conduct the search. Terry Stobbart, who is deaf, is running for election for councilman at Abbotsford, British Columbia. Running for a seat on the town council in Angels, an incorporated town in Calaveras county (California) is Amanda Folendorf, a former Miss Deaf California. Cytomegalovirus is a different kind of virus. Some babies get it, and some of them become deaf because of it - but deafness does not always show up that quickly. This was the announcement that was made this week in health-related media. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Learn how to make your local hospital more accessible for Deaf people. If you are Deaf or Hard of hearing, learn where to turn to advocate if your communication needs are not being met in the hospital setting. Two different patient stories are told in the following video http://healthbridges.info/?p=427 HealthBridges website offers information about social services, advocacy and behavioral health topics and resources available to persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of hearing. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- READ WHAT THEY SAY Unlock the phone with CapTel® Captioned Telephone! CapTel shows word-for-word captions of everything a caller says over the phone, letting you read everything that they say. Like captions on TV - for the phone! Captions are provided by a free relay service, no monthly fees or contracts required. For more information or to order call 1-800-233-9130 V/TTY or visit http://www.weitbrecht.com/captel.html - For more info about CapTel or any of the many assistive listening devices we offer, email: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! CapTel® Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DEAF LESS FUSSY THAN HEARING Are deaf people less fussy than hearing people A deaf person points to the wall picture at a carryout restaurant. A hearing person must explain, in many words, what he wants. A deaf person points to the coffee he wants at Starbucks. A hearing person must also explain, wasting time. At a barbershop, deaf person tells barber, just cut off the hair. A hearing person will waste time explaining to the barber what he wants. Many examples everywhere - deaf person just points or gestures. Hearing person just talks a lot, explaining, wasting time! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-save-time/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- tentative 2015 Deaf Seniors of America conference http://deafdigest.com/2015-tentative-deaf-seniors-of-america-conference/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- SOME HEARING PEOPLE ARE UPSET Some hearing people are upset after dealing with a deaf person. They want to communicate with the deaf but not able to do so. They don't understand deaf voice; they don't understand simple deaf gestures; they don't know how to gesture to the deaf. This is the reason why these hearing people are very upset! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-upset-with-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- list of nations that deaf are not permitted to drive http://deafdigest.com/nations-deaf-not-permitted-to-drive/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? lack of training opportunities locally COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series In order to be able to tell good realtime captioning from bad realtime captioning, we must understand a few things. First of all, if a program is being captioned live, there are bound to be some mistakes because the captioners are only human, and they do make mistakes. When they are captioning a program live, there is no time to fix the mistakes. However, it would help to educate ourselves about what is an acceptable amount of errors. There are times when the captioning may be absolutely terrible with error after error, and we must not just settle for poor captioning. We must let the people in charge of providing the captioning know about this lack of quality. There are people who say that they know how to do realtime captioning who really aren't able to provide quality captioning, and they are being hired because they may charge less than the good realtime captioners. We cannot expect to see perfect realtime captioning, but we should strive for excellent realtime captioning. A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF dealing with obnoxious hearing people who get even more obnoxious with the deaf (Every deaf person, no matter if it is ASL, oral, Cued Speech, late-deafened, hearing aid user, CI user, etc, share these pet peeves. You may laugh or cry) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafLaw The National Labor Relations Board ruled in favor of interpreters in their grievance against Purple Communications. The agency said the interpreters were interfered with, and ordered new elections to vote to unionize or not to unionize. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf people can do anything we have a deaf person who is/was a - chief manager, major newspaper plant -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: What is the cost of placing a quarter page ad in the Washington Post? Do not know the exact costs but it is not cheap. DHHIG, NAD, American Association of People with Disabilities and the SHHH jointly placed an ad in the October 29th edition of the Post. They call it a collaborated ad. The ad was not about the Presidential Election candidates but about hiring more deaf and hard of hearing in the federal government. Timing is interesting because DeafDigest mentioned in a recent edition that hiring of the disabled, and the deaf, in federal government declined for the past decade. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Jacqui Smith, not deaf, is the Member of Parliament in Great Britain. She invited a group of deaf constituents to a tour of the Parliament, and was told no interpreters were available nor were loops fully installed throughout the touring area. She made a considerable stink about it, which hit the newspapers. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: there have been deaf people forced to accept disability pay, despite their protests that they were still physically able to work. As a result, when they find new jobs, they have to make sure the new job pay is low, so as not to jeopardize their lifetime disability checks! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - * Placement Coordinator - West Covina, CA * Legal Advocate - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - West Covina, CA To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: Jeff Fetterman Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD: (323) 550-4207 Fax #: (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Counselor for the Deaf Program Recovery Network For Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Loss Voorhees, New Jersey Job Status Part Time Hours 21 Hours per weeks Location Voorhees Travel Requirements Negligible Job Requirements * Bachelor's Degree required. * Master's Degree preferred. * Certification or License required. * CADC/LCADC preferred. * Must be ASL fluent. * Experience in substance abuse or mental health field experience with deaf population required. * Substance abuse or mental health experience with deaf population. Job Description ASL fluent counselor to provide individual and group counseling to deaf hard of hearing population in outpatient setting with support and advocacy for clients. All interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter, indicating desired position(s) and salary requirements to the Hiring Supervisor via email mailto:lmur@centerffs.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Agency Director Community Outreach Program for the Deaf Albuquerque, NM Our Agency Director will manage all aspects of COPD . New Mexico to include budget development, staff management, contract/license compliance, grant/contract proposal development and property/lease management. This individual will ensure continual quality services to the local community by working with the interpreting community, Deaf community and funding partners. This is a mission oriented position; the individual will have a clear sense of personal direction and the mission of our corporation and COPD. We require significant professional/technical experience, a command of budgeting and contract management, a Master's in Rehabilitation, Psychology, Business, Public Administration, Social Science, Social Work or Education. You should have five years progressive experience supervising and managing a community service program plus fluency in American Sign Language. Salary is $40,560 - $62,878 depending on experience and educational background plus excellent benefits. Apply: Please see our detailed job posting, requirements, and qualifications on our website: www.ccc-soaz.org. Resume to: Catholic Community Services Attn: Human Resources, 140 W. Speedway Blvd. #230, Tucson, AZ 85705 Or email mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org faxed to 520-770-8505. No agencies please. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career announcement Vocational Program Director I COPD Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to clear an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary STATUS Exempt PRIMARY FUNCTION Oversees consumers into the main COPD-NM service program performing intakes and triaging person to appropriate individuals. Develops employment options and coordinates job placement efforts by improving the employment outcomes for Deaf and Hard of Hearing persons and persons with disabilities. Coordinates with employers, Vocational Rehabilitation, Workforce Investment Act (WIA), and training delivery systems. Maintains contractual relationship with funding source, maintains unit records of consumer contacts to include unit counts, attendance sheets, SOAP notes and daily checklists while ensuring that all contractual documentation in client files is complete. Supervise and independently evaluate employees. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Oversees consumers into the main COPD-NM service program performing intakes and triaging person to appropriate individuals - Works with team of COPD-NM staff to review intake information and to coordinate services - Develops consumer plans and coordinates consumer activities through the Agency system - Reviews referrals and provides intake and initial assessment for program eligibility; completes all required program paper work - Provides assessments addressing training needs, support needs and environmental adaptation needs of the work site - Develops relationships with community employers to provide a network of training and job placement opportunities for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and persons with disabilities - Performs vocational counseling, job development, and job coaching - Collaborates and coordinates with Vocational Rehabilitation, WIA, Welfare to Work, youth opportunity programs, dislocated worker programs, school systems, employers, consumer based organizations, training delivery systems and community vocational rehabilitation programs to increase access to training and job opportunities - Assures that staff are aware, trained and knowledgeable of CCS and SCS policies - Management and oversight of contracts and grants related to Vocational Rehabilitation, private foundations and other governmental entities - Develops and prepares required contract monitoring reports for all agency programs and Acts as a liaison to other community agencies - Ensures that all programs, services and staff actions adhere to contract requirements, licensing and accreditation standards, and CCS Personnel Policies and Procedures - Supports Agency growth through the development of enclave options and NISH contracts - Supports the Agency's use of best practices - Consults with staff supervisor, as needed, to assure the competencies of the strategies with staff and the use and integration of techniques with consumers in the program - Meets with employers and supports the development of training and employment options for consumers - Enters data on consumer demographics, caseload size, and performance measures and develops reports, as requested - Maintains communication with referral sources - Works with schools and the County to set up classes for Deaf youth and adults in the areas of cognitive therapy and employment retention skills - Develops job options and markets potential job openings to include development of OJT contracts; monitors the expenditures of all OJT contracts - Writes monthly progress reports, as required - Maintains an up-to-date employer contract record - Maintains unit records of consumer contacts to include unit counts, attendance sheets, SOAP notes and daily checklists - Ensures all contractual documentation in client file is complete - Provides follow-up services to ensure client and employer satisfaction - Coordinates vocational information workshops for Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers and employers - Represents agency on planning committees as determined by supervisor - Review staff monthly reports for submittal to state entity - Reviews all job placements and works with staff and employers on coaching needs - Supervise and independently evaluate employees - 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 - Bachelor's in Sociology, Rehabilitation, Counseling or related field - 5 years of experience serving as a Vocational Counselor - 2 years of experience working directly with Deaf individuals - Fluent in American Sign Language skills - 1 year of supervisory experience - Knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation system - Pass drug screening - Pass FBI Background Check - Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's in Sociology, Rehabilitation, Counseling or related field - Proficiency in American Sign Language - Additional years of directly related experience - 2 or more years of supervisory experience - 1 year of experience working in Rehabilitation - 1 year of experience working in Vocational Education - First Aid and CPR certification SALARY $17.35 - $21.69 depending on experience and educational background SELECTION Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience 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 â mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 1068 OPEN September 9, 2014 CLOSING DATE Open Until 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 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructional/Support Faculty, Engineering Studies National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY Rochester Institute of Technology Position Title Instructional/Support Faculty College/Division National Technical Institute for the Deaf Organization NTID Engineering Studies Faculty Type (Tenure Status) Tenure-Track Faculty Discipline Applied Mechanical Technology Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Employment Category Fulltime Anticipated Start Date 26-Jan-2015 Department/College Description THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the ?Great Colleges to Work For? for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC. Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for "raising a family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as "Best Places to Live in America" by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine's ranking of metropolitan areas having the best "quality of life in the nation"; and is among Essence Magazine's "?Top 10 Cities for Black Families." Detailed Job Description We are seeking an individual who will contribute to a community committed to student centeredness; scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT?s core values, honor code, and diversity commitment. This faculty member will: - Provide tutoring support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students enrolled in Engineering or Engineering Technology courses in the College of Applied Science and Technology and the College of Engineering. - Provide direct instruction at the introductory level in our Applied Mechanical Technology associate degree program - Develop curriculum for existing programs and/or potential new programs. - Perform research and publish results in peer-reviewed journals in scholarship of teaching and learning, or engineering-related journals. - Promote partnerships with industry and other academic settings. - Work with the NTID Center of Employment to assist students in finding cooperative work experiences. - Mentor and advise students. - Fulfill other faculty expectations including those related to service necessary for tenure and promotion in rank Required Minimum Qualifications Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences. -Doctorate in Engineering or Engineering Technology with a strong background in mechanical, industrial or civil engineering. A candidate who holds a doctorate in a different field but who holds a master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology will be considered. Candidates who are ABD will also be considered.* - Demonstrated ability to perform research and to publish results in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to successfully cultivate professional contacts in Engineering and Engineering Technology for the purpose of establishing student cooperative work experiences. - Evidence of being highly motivated with the ability to inspire students. - Fluency in American Sign Language and Familiarity with Deaf culture.* Candidates who are in the final stages of preparing and defending a dissertation will be considered. Required Minimum Education Level MS, MA Required Application Documents Curriculum Vitae or Resume Cover Letter Statement of Diversity Contribution List of References How To Apply Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/535209 Keyword Search: 1415BR. Please submit: your curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and the following attachments: -The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references -Statement of Teaching Philosophy -Statement of Diversity Contribution Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Additional Details RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- faculty position opening Assistant/Associate Professor Salary; Deaf Studies California State University at Northridge Northridge, California Department: Deaf Studies Effective Date of Appointment: August 19, 2015 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor Salary: Dependent upon 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 (August 19, 2015). 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, Interpreting, 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 ability to effectively work with 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 - Evidence of any relevant certificates 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. Three (3) current letters of recommendation (not more than six months old). Letters must be printed on official university/institution letterhead and signed OR can be emailed from a professional email address (not yahoo, gmail, hotmail, etc.). 7. Names and complete contact information for at least three (3) professional references Application Deadline: Screening of candidates will begin on November 21, 2014. Position to remain open until filled. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Flavia S. Fleischer, Chair Department of Deaf Studies California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, California 91330-8265 mailto:flavia.fleischer@csun.edu The University: Serving more than 38,000 students each year, CSUN is one of the largest universities in the United States. CSUN ranks 10th in the country in awarding bachelor's degrees to underrepresented minority students, fifth nationally in awarding master's degrees to Hispanic students and enrolls the largest number of deaf and hard-of-hearing students of any U.S. state university. CSUN.s 171 academic programs and engaged centers enjoy international recognition for excellence. CSUN currently partners with more than 100 institutions of higher education in 22 countries around the globe and attracts the largest international student population of any U.S. master's level institution. Situated on a 356-acre park-like setting in the heart of Los Angeles. San Fernando Valley, the campus features modern educational buildings and world-class LEED Gold-certified performing arts and recreational facilities recognized as among the best in the country. CSUN is a welcoming university that champions accessibility, academic excellence and student success. CSUN is strongly committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, active learning and diversity. Our values include a respect for all people, building alliances with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation and creativity. CSUN is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and we value the diversity of all of our students and the campus community. CSUN actively encourages qualified candidates to apply who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented students. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, CSUN strives to create a community in which a diverse population can work, teach and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights of each individual. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, gender orientation, age, disability, genetic information, medical information, marital status, or veteran status. For more information about the University, check our website: http://www.csun.edu/ General Information: 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.csun.edu/sites/default/files/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. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Applicants who wish to request accommodations for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity, (818) 677-2077. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructional/Support Faculty Rochester Institute of Technology/ National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY Organization NTID Master Science & Secondary Ed Faculty Type (Tenure Status) Non-Tenure-Track Lecturer Faculty Discipline Secondary Education Faculty Rank Lecturer Employment Category Fulltime Anticipated Start Date 17-Aug-2015 Department/College Description: THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: The Master of Science in Secondary Education program (http://www.ntid.rit.edu/msse/) invites applications for a lecturer position. We seek candidates with expertise in deaf education theory and practice, and with a minimum of three years experience teaching deaf and hard-of-hearing students at the middle school or secondary levels. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in the education of the deaf, a relevant field, and professional certification from the Council on Education of the Deaf (CED) and New York State professional or permanent certification in teaching deaf, hard-of-hearing and/or hearing students (or equivalent from other states), grades 7 - 12. Proficiency in sign language and knowledge of deaf culture is also required. Specific assignments will include teaching courses from the pedagogy sequence and/or other courses within one's area of expertise; designing, developing, implementing and assessing student teaching; providing academic and job placement advising; and assisting the program director in various projects. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence and innovation in teaching. Women, individuals of color, deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, and members of other under-represented groups are strongly urged to apply. The National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), one of nine colleges of RIT, is the world's largest technological college serving over 1300 deaf and hard-of-hearing students. NTID is committed to creating a climate that fosters the success of every student and employee by appreciating the unique contributions that each person makes to the educational process based on their ethnic, cultural, linguistic and gender-related knowledge and experiences. THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the ?Great Colleges to Work For? for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/upstate_ny). Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for ?raising a family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as "Best Places to Live in America" by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine's ranking of metropolitan areas having the best "quality of life in the nation"; and is among Essence Magazine's "Top 10 Cities for Black Families." Detailed Job Description: The Master of Science in Secondary Education of Students who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing (MSSE) Program fits in one of the three distinct areas of study; a master's degree is often required to enter the field as a teacher of the deaf. An MS degree is definitely required for those who wish to receive and maintain professional-level teaching certification. The program is also required to have faculty members who hold permanent/professional certification as teachers of the deaf, as well as in a secondary-level content area (English, social studies, math, biology, chemistry, physics, earth science or American Sign Language). The New York State Education Department and the Council on Education of the Deaf mandate these requirements. The position needs to be filled by an individual who holds certification to teach and has had experience teaching deaf and hard-of-hearing students at the middle- and high-school level. Meeting these requirements would qualify the individual to supervise student teachers as well as teach a methods course, as well as other courses, as appropriate to the individual's background. Required Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience: - Earned Masters' degree in education of the deaf or a relevant field. - Professional certification from the Council on Education of the Deaf (CED) and New York State permanent certification (or from any state that has reciprocity with New York) in teaching deaf and hearing students, as well as in a content area (English, Social Studies, Mathematics, one of the sciences, or ASL), grades 7-12 are required. - Experience teaching deaf students: minimum of three years of teaching deaf and/or hard-of-hearing students at the secondary or post-secondary level. - Demonstrated proficiency in sign language and knowledge of deaf culture - Minimum of two years experience as a cooperating teaching or university supervisor, or related experience. - Additional expertise and interest in one or more of the following areas: language development of deaf people, history and philosophy of education, theories of teaching and learning, and history/legal aspects of the education of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Required Minimum Education Level: MS, MA Required Application Documents: Curriculum Vitae or Resume Cover Letter List of References Statement of Teaching Philosophy List of Publications Letters of Recommendation How To Apply: Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/529577, search openings, then Keyword Search: 1387BR. Please submit: your application, curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and upload the following attachments: -A statement of teaching philosophy -The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references -List of publications -Two letters of recommendation You can contact the search committee with questions on the position at: Christopher Kurz, Associate Professor, E-mail: caknsp@rit.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Additional Details: RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- positions open in Deaf/Hard of Hearing Mental Health program Alternatives Central Massachusetts Alternatives assists over 1,000 individuals in 55 programs throughout Central Massachusetts to begin each day with a personalized plan to improve their lives. Our mission is to provide the necessary skills and support so that each individual may lead a satisfying and successful life in the community setting of his or her choice. Currently we are seeking people to work in our Deaf/Hard of Hearing Mental Health program. Available positions include Program Coordinator, Counselor, and Relief (per diem) Counselor. Positions are located in the Greater Worcester/Leominster area. Successful candidates must be fluent in American Sign Language and have a high school diploma/GED and valid driver's license. Experience working with people with psychiatric disabilities and with the deaf culture preferred. Duties include: helping people to set/achieve goals, documenting outcomes, scheduling and driving people to activities/appointments, collaborating with/coordinating interpreters and more, depending on position. Alternatives was an Honorable Mention in the Worcester Business Journal's "Top Workplaces" Category in 2013! Come join our team and enjoy extensive "Top Workplaces" Category in 2013! Come join our team and enjoy extensive training and all the opportunity of a large company with the culture of a small one! Alternatives was an Honorable Mention in the Worcester Business Journal's "Top Workplaces" Category in 2013! Come join our team and enjoy extensive training and all the opportunity of a large company with the culture of a small one! In addition to being a great place to work, we offer competitive wages and a generous benefits package. Each position is paid at a different rate. Relief - $9.25; Full time Counselor to $13.24; Coordinator to 18.64. Alternatives is an AA/EOE and values diversity. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.alternativesnet.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The American School for the Deaf is announcing an exciting opportunity for American Sign Language Instructor (temporary) 8-week assignment in United Arab Emirates February . April, 2015 If you would like to catch an early spring with warming temperatures and plenty of sun, we may have the right job for you. The American School for the Deaf has been developing collaborative opportunities with the UAE and is now poised to offer ASL classes to UAE students and staff. This temporary assignment will include transportation, housing and meals. Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor will teach American Sign Language to students and staff in the UAE. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES - Develops, plans, implements and evaluates sign language instruction based on the class needs. - Networks with other staff and uses a variety of resources in teaching and helping people make connections. - May participate in staff development, may serve as organizational advisor. - Develops curriculum, course content and relevant materials. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Teacher of the Deaf Certification highly desired. - Advanced to Superior ASL skills required. - The ability to work as a team member. - Knowledge of deafness and deaf culture. - ASL teaching experience preferred. HOW TO APPLY Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 FAX (860) 570-1832 The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Assistant Director of Pre-College Outreach Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Department/College Description NOTE: This is a temporary position from October 1, 2014 through August 15, 2015 Detailed Job Description General Summary The Pre-College Outreach Office is responsible for the establishment and operation of educational activities designed to build up NTID?s pipeline of prospective students. The focus of NTID?s Pre-College Outreach is on middle and high school students. Long term strategic plans have identified priority target audiences for Pre-College efforts as the following: High Academic Potential, AALANA, Girls and STEM. Educational Requirements Bachelor degree in Education, Business, Communication, Human Service or related field required. Experience Experience in event planning and working with pre-college population strongly preferred. Required Minimum Education Level BS How To Apply In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://apptrkr.com/520683 RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Continuing Lecturer in American Sign Language (ASL) School of Languages and Cultures, Purdue University West Lafayette, IN Full time continuing position for the academic year beginning January 5, 2015 Required Qualifications: . Master's degree in Sign Language Teaching, Deaf Studies, ASL Linguistics, or closely related field - 3 or more years of experience teaching ASL, Deaf Culture, Deaf Studies or related courses at a university/college level - American Sign Language Teacher's Association (ASLTA) Certification or ASLPI (American Sign Language Proficiency Interview) proficiency level of 4 or better Preferred Qualifications: . Experience developing ASL curriculum - Evidence of successful stand-alone teaching - Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and/or who have challenges to learning - Use of technology to enhance learning - Ability to collaborate with colleagues at Purdue to develop expanded curriculum offerings in American Sign Language and Deaf Studies - Knowledge of research and best practices in Deaf Culture - American Sign Language Teacher's Association (ASLTA) Certification and ASLPI proficiency level of 4 or better The successful candidate will teach four courses each semester in ASL and work with a team of colleagues to expand undergraduate course offerings in ASL and Deaf Studies. To apply: Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation through the mail in paper form only to: Chair, ASL/Deaf Studies Search Committee School of Languages and Cultures Purdue University 640 Oval Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2039 Applications will be reviewed in the order received and the position will remain open until it is filled. For best consideration, materials must be received by October 31, 2014. Incomplete applications and electronic applications will not be considered. A background check is required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an EEO/AA. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Opening Part-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Psychologist Providence Saint John's Child and Family Development Center Santa Monica, CA Providence Saint John's Child and Family Development Center (CFDC) Mental Health Services for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People Clinical therapist to work in community mental health with adults, children, adolescents and families. Strong clinical skills, knowledge of Deaf Culture and fluency in American Sign Language, a minimum of two years. experience and motivation to serve a diverse client population are essential. Position is 20 hours per week with part-time benefits. CFDC offers a strong emphasis on continuing education and staff development as well as sensitivity to diversity and community outreach. Requirements: Master' level degree in social work or marriage and family therapy or PHD in psychology; licensed in California or license eligible; ability to respond to crisis situations. Resumes and letters of interest can be forwarded to: Susan Hajiani LCSW Program Coordinator Providence Saint John's CFDC 1339 20th St. Santa Monica, CA 90404 mailto:Susan.Hajiani@providence.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA www.pahrtners.com/careers www.facebook.com/deafjobs NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults. Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing! As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is rapidly growing and expanding. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the field of human services, we have a career-building position waiting for you! E.O.E. PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions: Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities - Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs . Full Time; Glenside location Residential Program Assistant for Adult Residential Program . Full Time; Glenside location Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs . Full Time; Glenside location Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside location Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location HR Assistant- Full Time; Glenside location Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each position. Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/deafjobs Send your letter of intent and resume to: Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:ewilliams@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301