DeafDigest Blue - August 3, 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/missing-in-handbag-for-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-coolidge-gold-coin/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-employees-not-know-deaf-is-insulted/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/psychologist-deaf-hearing/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- PreOrder Now! 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To see the TCL Vibe, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB080314 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: Mark Harper is the new British Minister of State for Disabled People. Already he has been targeted by deaf activists, urging him to do more on their behalf. How often would we see deaf artisans at Fairs? Rarely - but on August 16th at Lovell, MA, the Arts and Artisans Fair will feature the works of deaf silversmith Winchell Moore. He is a retired teacher at Clarke School for the Deaf and as well as a past Gallaudet graduate. Don Hughes, who is hard of hearing, stepped down as member of the council of Montevallo, Alabama because of his hearing loss. He said each meeting was a struggle for him to keep up with. The Safer Journey Cards are being pushed by the West Berkshire Council in Great Britain. It consists of signs informing the bus drivers of passengers' disabilities. Deaf chef Darren Weiss, who owns his own restaurant in Manhattan Beach, California, hosted a gathering of deaf children to teach them the values of life - reading, education, healthful habits, etc. .............................................................. Many times people with hearing loss or deafness need to ask for an accommodation for effective communication in health care. Here, you can create such a card to use in these times, or in an emergency, to show people and explain the accommodation you prefer for effective communication. You can use the form below to create this emergency card. Select the appropriate values from the lists. It will create a personalized emergency message to outline what you need. When finished, click on the \Create Card button below to create your own emergency card. Print the card and keep it with your other identification cards so that it is easy for you to get to when you need it. If you are a health care provider, please ask health consumers how they prefer to communicate with you. Become aware of this card and even share this information with others at work. Visit this link: Accommodation Card http://www.healthbridges.info/?page_id=36 http://www.healthbridges.info The HealthBridges website offers information about behavioral health services, social services and resources available to persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind or 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 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! .............................................................. .............................................................. HEARING EMPLOYEES DO NOT REALIZE THEY INSULT THE DEAF A deaf employee made a mistake with his report. He saw two hearing employees having a long and a hot discussion over that report. The discussion was about the mistake. But did they ask the deaf employee to explain his mistake? No, they never did because they didn't want the hassle of communicating with him. This is a big insult! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-employees-not-know-deaf-is-insulted/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... 5-year old deaf child ready for adoption more information at: http://deafdigest.com/2014-deaf-child-up-for-adoption/ ..................................................... ..................................................... A PSYCHOLOGIST SAYS PEOPLE WHO FEAR THE DEAF ALSO FEAR OTHER PEOPLE! A psychologist just told DeafDigest editor that if a hearing person is afraid of the deaf, he is also afraid of other hearing people! DeafDigest editor agrees with the psychologist! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/psychologist-deaf-hearing/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... 2014 NAD Conference highlights read them all at: http://deafdigest.com/2014-nad-deaf-conference-highlights/ ................................................ ................................................ WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being told: what you are doing is really a blessing! if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series One of the reasons for some of the captioning bloopers that we see is because stenocaptioners write words phonetically rather than letter by letter as a typist would type words. Court reporters, CART providers, and stenocaptioners all use the same type of steno machines with the same keyboard. Before the days of realtime translation, court reporters could just write words that sounded the same in the same way phonetically, and then they would figure it out when they were transcribing it. For instance, a court reporter might write the words "there," "their," and "they're" in the same way on the steno machine. This would be called a "conflict." They would enter the steno into their dictionary and then define it with the English for all three words. It might look like "there/their/they're" when it came up on the computer screen. When editing the transcript, the court reporter could just type a "1," "2," or "3" when the cursor was on the conflict, and the proper word would appear in the transcript. A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF being asked - what is it like to be born 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 YOU ARE DEAF AND ARE BREAKING THE LAW IF: You live in Kirkland. IL and raise bees as a hobby. Raising bees itself is not a crime but allowing a bee to flee is a crime. Hearing beekeepers could hear the buzz of the escaping bee and could be able to catch the zig zagging bee before the bee police takes notice of it. Deaf beekeepers, on the other hand, may have no clue - so off to the bee police's jail! Note: Many laws, enacted years ago, remain on the books even though their purposes may have faded into obscurity. If you know of such ridiculous laws that impact on the deaf, please e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.org ....... Deaf people can do anything we have a deaf person who is was a - war correspondent, newspaper ..... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Ken Wise, an engineering professor at the University of Michigan, has come up with an implant that massages brain cells and recording the brain activities. He is hoping to hook it up to an inner-ear microphone that would supposedly help restore the hearing of the deaf. Said Wise "You could presumably record the activity of neurons in any part of the brain" ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: There are always two sides to a story. It was mentioned in DeafDigest last week that a deaf person has filed a lawsuit against Ohio State University for failure to provide captions at home football games. The Ohio State University ADA Coordinator said: Ohio State University has not received any requests for captioning at football, other sporting events or concerts in the ten years I have been with the university. During the same period we have received a number of requests for interpreters at concerts, interpreters and captioning at a wide range of public events and have consistently provided them. ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Why is it that the more aware the hospitals and medical offices are aware of ADA, the more lawsuits are being filed against them for not providing interpreters? These medical facilities have ADA consultants advising them each step of the way, yet it leads to more and more lawsuits! Such an irony. ....... Lipreading: What did that person say? I thought a friend asked me: Do you want some potatoes? He actually said: Do you want some tomatoes? -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 !! - * EDD Placement Coordinator - Norwalk, CA * Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter (2 positions available)- Riverside, CA (CODIE) * Administrative Assistant - Los Angeles, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima, 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 Non-Tenure-Track Instructor of American Sign Language/ASL Studies Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Division of Special Education Recruitment Number: F1408 Application deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Western Oregon University (WOU) invites applications for a full-time, 9 month, Non Tenure-Track Instructor position for the American Sign Language/ASL Studies undergraduate program with a 15 credit teaching load per quarter. WOU is the only institution in the Northwest that provides three years of ASL. Students are able to satisfy the Bachelor of Arts foreign language requirement by taking two years of American Sign Language, and ASL studies is offered as a major and minor. WOU's ASL courses are taken by over 250 students each year. Qualifications: Required - Master's degree - 8-10 years. experience in ASL usage. - Excellent signed communication, written, and presentation skills. - Ability to design and implement engaging and effective instruction. - Ability to design a syllabus that clearly communicates outcomes, expectations, assignments, and grading. - Effective teamwork, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. - Ability to collaborate with faculty from a wide range of backgrounds. - Knowledge of linguistic principles of American Sign Language and native-like fluency in ASL and English. - Demonstrated dedication to multicultural education and social justice (e.g., GLBT, ethnic groups, social class, and disability status). Preferred - Master's degree in Teaching ASL, Deaf Studies, Linguistics, or other related field. - ASLTA Certification. - Experience teaching at the postsecondary level at a minimum of three years. Start date: September 16, 2014 Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach courses in ASL and ASL Studies including ASL I to IX, Deaf History, ASL literature, and American Deaf Culture. Contact information: For questions regarding this position contact Kara Gournaris at gournark@wou.edu. For more information about the program, go to www.wou.edu/education/sped/aslstudies.php. For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or mailto:employment@wou.edu Required Application Materials: - WOU Application Form ( http://www.wou.edu/facultyapp ) - Letter of Application addressing the candidate's ability to perform, experience with the job responsibilities, and evidence of the required qualifications - Current CV - Contact information for three references - Unofficial copy of transcripts for highest degree earned Submit Application Materials to: F1408 Non-Tenure-Track Instructor of ASL/ASL Studies, Human Resources, Western Oregon University, 345 N Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 97361 -OR- E-mail documents to mailto:employment@wou.edu -OR- Fax to 503-838-8144. Western Oregon University (WOU) is a mid-sized public comprehensive university located in the Monmouth-Independence area, the heart of Oregon's thriving Willamette Valley. The University serves a large number of first-generation college students. WOU has received national recognition for its commitment and success in serving students. The campus is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state's capital, about 75 minutes from Portland, the state's cultural hub, and a short drive from the Oregon coast, mountains, and other scenic areas. The university is located in an increasingly diverse, bilingual, and rural area in the Willamette Valley. Our student body of about 6200 undergraduate and 400 graduate students enjoys the vibrant and close-knit intellectual community of a leading liberal arts college. Opportunities exist to work in diverse local communities. It is home to the Regional Resource Center on Deafness and a variety of programs preparing professionals to work with individuals who are deaf including Rehabilitation Counseling, Teacher Preparation, ASL/English Interpreting, Interpreting Studies, American Sign Language Studies, and related continuing education and technical assistance programs. Western Oregon University is an AA/EOE employer and is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff. Western Oregon University is an EO/AA/Veteran employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- reposted - deadline August 4, 2014 job opening Captioned Telephone Outreach Coordinator Hamilton Relay Services Division in Virginia Staffed in Richmond, VA Hamilton Relay Services Division in Virginia currently has a full time position open for Virginia Captioned Telephone Services Outreach Coordinator We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Captioned Telephone Service (CapTel®) for Virginia Captioned Telephone Service (VACTS). Education, Experience and Skills: - Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. - Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. - Excellent presentation skills - Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns - Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences - Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects - Ability to understand and follow directions - Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: * Senior Community * Hard of Hearing Community - Able to travel alone - Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply For the full job description and application visit www.workforhamilton.com by August 4, 2014. Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and company paid benefits. For questions in regards to this position please contact our corporate HR Dept. at: 800.821.1831 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- employment opportunity Principal, School for the Deaf Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Colorado Springs, CO Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), invites you to consider our employment opportunities. Interested persons are invited to visit CSDB's website at: http://www.csdb.org/careers-2/ where the official job announcement for Principal, School for the Deaf may be found in its entirety, including major duties/responsibilities, under Non-Classified employment. This job announcement is open until the position is filled. The base salary shall be established commensurate with appropriate education and experience. Annual Salary Range: $82,506 to $94,021. Excellent benefits. Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind 33 North Institute Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 E-mail: mailto:clutz@csdb.org (719) 578-2114 (phone); (719) 578-2239 (fax) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Center for Human Development Springfield, MA Center for Human Development is seeking dedicated, compassionate staff for a new, innovative program providing residential services to deaf individuals with developmental disabilities in a house adjacent to Springfield College in Springfield, MA. Residents will have access to campus activities, facilities and entertainment. - Program Supervisor The ASL proficient supervisor responsibilities include supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; interfacing with Springfield College to recruit interns; implementation of client treatment plans; participation in on-call rotation, oversight of documentation, oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; serving as a liaison to external providers and the community at-large. Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years' experience with the population as well supervisory experience. Must have excellent oral and written communication and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor's Degree in related field required. Reliable automobile and valid driver's license required. To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0192. - Assistant Supervisor The ASL proficient assistant supervisor responsibilities include assisting with the supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; implementation of client treatment plans, participation in on-call rotation; assisting supervisor with oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; participating with supervision in liaising with external providers and the community at-large. Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years' experience with the population. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Reliable automobile and valid driver's license required. To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0193. - Residential Staff The ASL proficient Direct Care Staff responsibilities include supporting clients' activities of daily living, administering medications as needed, advocating for individuals within various community settings, providing opportunities to optimize clients' independence and quality of life, and interfacing with Springfield College and the Springfield College interns working within the residence. Staff will develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide support and guidance with a person-centered focus. Qualifications: Candidates will be ASL proficient; ideally have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; possess strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills necessary. Must have a vehicle for work use and current driver's license; ability to complete medication administration training; deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process. To Apply: Visit http://www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0191. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunity School Leader - Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware Salary: $106,965 - $113,793 Start Date: Mutually Agreeable Date Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field - Delaware Eligibility for School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate - Administrative experience preferred - Minimum five years of teaching experience in deaf education - Knowledge of Federal (IDEA) regulations for Special Education - Knowledge of current research and best practices in education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Fluency in American Sign Language - Successful completion of the Praxis I or Praxis Core (Only for those candidates not already certified) - Prior experience with scheduling, professional development and curriculum for students/staff preferred See complete posting on the Christina School District Website Website: www.christinak12.org CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resources Office 600 North Lombard Street Wilmington, DE 19801 PH: 302-552-2650 - FX: 302-552-2651 The Christina School District is an EOE/M/F/H/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency positions in different parts of the state - SOUTH GEORGIA Middle GA http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698di Macon, Georgia - the "Song and Soul of the South"! Where you can hike through the ancient Indian mounds and experience the state's largest collection of African American history, art, and culture. Sit on the dock with R&B music icon Otis Redding's life size bronze statue, or stroll down wide avenues lined with art galleries, boutiques, and architecture as diverse as the people who built it. Sample mouth watering soul food or try signature dishes from local restaurants in a town where a night out means fine dining, drinks, or dancing, but also a moonlit walk among Old South mansions, a Broadway play, or a live show at the birthplace of Southern rock. - Athens Athens: North East GA, College Town http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698dh In the sweltering Georgia heat, no place is as cool as Athens. This hip college town is home to the University of Georgia, Pulitzer Prize winning authors and famous rock musicians. Explore the downtown area, where Victorian buildings are filled with an eclectic combination of independent coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques. Named "Live Music Central," Athens' busy music venues are known around the world. Throughout the decades, this classic city has grown in sophistication to become a unique portrait of Southern heritage and hospitality. Rome has a strong arts community, a passion for history and a respect for the three gentle rivers winding through the heart of the city. Our attractions, historic sites and natural beauty are tempting, but what really stands out are the people - the smiles - the Southern hospitality that offers an open invitation. Whether you are visiting to shop for antiques or to hike our rich mountain trails, you will never forget "where the rivers meets the mountains begin. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Current/anticipated vacancies for the 2014-2015 school year The Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, Georgia MISSION STATEMENT All GSD students will graduate with a positive Deaf identity as bilinguals in American Sign Language and written English, and will be prepared to make successful life choices. VISION STATEMENT The Georgia School for the Deaf offers high quality educational and extracurricular activities that prepare its graduates for further academic, social and career success. This is achieved in a fully accessible American Sign Language (ASL)/English bilingual environment, which recognizes ASL users as a distinct cultural and linguistic group. This fosters positive self-acceptance and self-esteem, affording each student the ability to effectively navigate the world they encounter beyond their K-12 experience. As part of this lifelong learning philosophy, all staff and students consistently strive to improve their use of both ASL and written English. SCHOOL HISTORY Northwest Georgia's picturesque Vann's Valley is the home of the Georgia School for the Deaf, Georgia's only residential school serving Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students. GSD was established in 1846 on the grounds of the Hearn Academy by one of its teachers, O. P. Fannin. A log cabin and a $5000 legislative grant began a more than 160-year-long tradition of service to children across the state. GSD was the eleventh residential school for the Deaf established in the United States. GSD has an expansive campus of 480 acres in the small community of Cave Spring. The relationship between Cave Spring and GSD is unique because many residents and business owners are able to communicate with sign language. Below are vacancies for the upcoming school year: - Paraprofessional - Residential Advisor - Nurse, School Clinic - Teacher - Graduation Coach - American Sign Language Specialist - Reading Content Specialist - Life Adjustment Supervisor - Sign Language Interpreter - Recreation Director We invite interested parties to visit the GSD website at: http://gsdweb.org and learn more about our school and campus. For specific information on the vacancies listed above, click on the Employment link (home page) for the official job announcements in their entirety, including a description of duties, minimum/preferred qualifications, salary/benefits information, application instructions as well as the required State of Georgia Application for Employment form. The Georgia School for the Deaf is an equal opportunity employer. Georgia School for the Deaf Personnel Office 232 Perry Farm Road SW Cave Spring, GA 30124 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Clinician LSW/LCSW ACCESS Outpatient Services Paterson, NJ MUST BE PROFICIENT IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE As a key member of our ACCESS Outpatient Services, providing behavioral health services to Deaf and hard of hearing people in NJ, you will provide psychotherapy and case management services to Deaf/HOH individuals and their families. Recognized as the leading provider of behavioral health services to this population in NJ, you will have opportunities to provide consultation to various agencies, psychiatric service providers, and school settings, on-site and in the community. As needed, your expertise in working with Deaf individuals will also be called upon to assist agencies by providing assessment and recommendations about the deaf individual to increase their understanding and their capacity to provide appropriate accommodated services to Deaf/HOH people. To qualify, you must have: - Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling - NJ State licensure or eligibility - Superior American Sign Language skills/experience working with Deaf/HOH - Demonstrated clinical skills, treatment planning, coordination of services - Excellent written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills We offer a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org St. Joseph's Healthcare System Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job opening Outreach Coordinator-Utah Hamilton Relay, Inc Location: Salt Lake City area Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a full-time position open for Outreach Coordinator-Utah Location: Salt Lake City area Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for Relay Utah. Education, Experience and Skills: - Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. - Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. - Excellent presentation skills - Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns - Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences - Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects - Ability to understand and follow directions - Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: * Senior Community * Hard of Hearing Community * Deaf Community * Speech Disabled - Able to travel alone - Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply. For the full job description and application visit: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800) 821-1831 by July 7, 2014. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job opening Louisiana Outreach Coordinator Hamilton Relay, Inc Baton Rouge, LA Hamilton Relay Services Division in Baton Rouge, LA, currently has a full-time position open for Outreach Coordinator. Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for Louisiana Relay Services. Education, Experience and Skills: - Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. - Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. - Excellent presentation skills - Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns - Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences - Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects - Ability to understand and follow directions - Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: * Senior Community * Hard of Hearing Community * Deaf Community * Speech Disabled - Able to travel alone - Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply. For the full job description and application visit: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800) 821-1831 by July 7, 2014. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Speech Teacher Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: September 1, 2014 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: To plan for and implement the speech and communication programs for moderately, severely, and profoundly deaf students enrolled at the school. To write and implement student IEPs and to keep reports as required. To participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student success. DESIRED UALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology. New York State certification to teach the Speech and Hearing Handicapped and NYS Licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist. Experience facilitating the speech/language/ communication development of Deaf students. Advanced Rating on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI). FILE APPLICATION WITH: Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent Rochester School for the Deaf 1545 St. Paul Street Rochester, New York 14621 Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview. CLOSING DATE: Until filled. RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (new job added to list) position vacancies Kansas School for the Deaf Olathe, KS The Kansas School for the Deaf, 450 East Park St., Olathe, KS 66061, is currently seeking qualified individuals for the following positions for the 2014 - 2015 school year: - School Counselor (new) - Part-Time Audiologist - Secondary Math Teacher Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon professional background and experience. KSD offers excellent benefits (Full Time Positions Only). Applicants will be screened and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited for an interview session. Positions are open until filled. KSD is located in the Heartland of the USA, part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. For area info on excellent schools and affordable housing check out: http://www.kcmo.org/ and http://www.olatheks.org/ For an application and a job announcement on each of these positions, please refer to our website at www.kssdb.org or contact Ann Troyer, Human Resources Professional, at (913) 791-0501 (V/TTY) for further details on the positions. E-mail: mailto:atroyer@kssdb.org Fax #: 913/780-6563 An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunities Agency Tobacco Free Campus KSD Embraces Diversity -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Announcing an opening Principal - two vacancies The American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT SCOPE OF DUTIES Supervises the work of teachers, teacher aides, and clerical staff for a specific educational department of the American School for the Deaf. Exercises considerable ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit the needs, abilities, and conditions peculiar to deaf students; and does related work as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, State of CT Teacher Certificate (057 or 065), State of CT Intermediate Supervision Certificate (092) or ability to secure same. Good judgment. Ability to work in a collaborative team setting. Ability to work flexible hours when needed. HOW TO APPLY Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 FAX (860) 570-1832 The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Visit http://www.asd-1817.org for detailed job description -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher Aide The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA REPORTS TO: Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a non-exempt, full-time 187 day position. The Teacher Aide works with a teaching staff to assist in carrying out educational program for a student. Provides coverage in classrooms when needed during IEP meetings and at other times. Assists with teaching and reinforcing living skills. Reinforces behavior programs and plans that may be in place for a child. Assists with transporting student from place to place when needed. Acts as an assistant to the teacher in helping to reinforce any academic, social, emotional or behavior goals on the child's IEP. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered, Associate's degree with general training or experience in child development and/or experience working with deaf children is preferable. The individual must be familiar with needs of deaf students. Some experience in the area of deafness is preferred. Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI); .Advanced. level skills are preferred at hire. PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required. STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Residential Supervisor, Afternoon Shift Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children REPORTS TO: Dean of Students JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week, 187 days/year. The Residential Supervisor supervises and interacts with children during recreational times, meal times, and study times. Assists students with homework assignments; some tutoring may be involved. The Residential Supervisor is also responsible for the safety and security of the students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree preferred; high school diploma required; individual must be of strong moral character, enthusiastic, and work well with children in recreational activities. The individual must be able to respond to a variety of situations including emergencies. Experience working with deaf children is helpful. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced". The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". FBI, Child Abuse and Criminal Background clearances required. STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Senior Accountant Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is an exempt, full-time position. Responsibilities: administers the recording, accumulation and reporting of all financial information concerning the school's operations into the general ledger; perform month-end and year-end closing activities, preparation of journal entries, bank reconciliations, the National School Lunch program accounting, tax reporting preparation including 990, 990T, 5500 reporting, maintenance of business office IT, assist with coordination of annual audit and budgeting, investment reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background and Act 82 clearances required. Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Business or Accounting. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting, including some supervisory experience. DEADLINE: ASAP APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 E-mail: mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position opening Superintendent of Schools/Chief Executive Officer Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY Rochester (NY) School for the Deaf (RSD) is seeking a Superintendent of Schools/Chief Executive Officer. Established in 1876, RSD is a private, New York State-supported school providing educational programs and related services for deaf and hard-of-hearing children, newborn to age 21. The salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate must be eligible for New York State administrative certification (School District Leader or School District Administrator). Interested persons should go to http://www.leadschools.us and follow the "Current Vacancies" link. A current resume and a cover letter should be uploaded with the application file. The application deadline is June 30, 2014. Questions should be directed to: Howard S. Smith, Ed.D., Associate, School Leadership, LLC; E-mail: mailto:leadschools@aol.com Phone: (800) 975-1730; (716) 949-2013. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest Copyright 2014 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. DeafDigest conditions and terms http://deafdigest.com/deaf-digest-conditions-and-terms/