DeafDigest Blue - October 7, 2012 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; 16th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- all videos below can be viewed in iPad Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-angry-at-deaf-gestures/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/family-reunions-with-deaf/ This week's ASL Videos with text: http://deafdigest.com/videos/special-friend-of-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-employees-in-advocacy/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Save $$$ at Harris Communications Find extremely low prices in the Clearance section at Harris Communications. We have deep discounts on sign language books, videos and DVDs---some priced up to 75% off! For sign language students there are some great deals on videos---get quality training at a fraction of the cost of a DVD. 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Register today and share your number with friends and colleagues! Visit http://www.hamiltonrelay.com and click on the "Make & Receive Calls Now" icon to check it out. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the Blue section. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Top stories about the deaf: The Nature Genetics online site said that the CIB2 gene is the reason why one thousand British deaf babies are born every year. The scientists feel that new treatment will cut down on the rate of deaf babies. In the past we had eyeglasses that carried hidden hearing aids. And now this - a smartphone eyeglasses, which is said to be of help to the hard of hearing. Not sure exactly how it works. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Government (DHHIG) has elected a new slate of officers: Steve Gagnon, President 2011-2013 Nick Pezzarossi, Vice President 2011-2013 Thomas Parker, Treasurer 2012-2014 Michelle Koplitz, Recording Secretary 2012-2014 Alyssa Schreiner, Corresponding Secretary 2012-2014 University of Pennsylvania has a new minor - the American Sign Language/Deaf Studies. This minor consists of six separate courses. The Deafness Support Network in northwest England is angry that many deaf people do not make it to their medical appointments because of communication issues. As a result, this organization is pushing hard for changes to allow the deaf to easily make their medical appointments. .............................................................. .............................................................. 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) .............................................................. .............................................................. Don't Miss Another Word! Enjoy phone conversations confident you'll catch every word! The CapTel® Captioned Telephone allows people with hearing loss to listen to their caller and to read everything the caller says. Like captions on TV - for your phone! Captions are provided by a free service, no monthly fees or contracts required. For more information and to order call us at 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at: http://www.weitbrecht.com/captel.html For a copy of our catalog, email: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! CapTel® Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! .............................................................. .............................................................. DEATH OF A SPECIAL HEARING FRIEND IS ALWAYS HARD ON DEAF A hearing friend of DeafDigest editor passed away this week. It was hard on DeafDigest editor because the hearing person always updated him on things that were going on in the neighborhood, the neighborhood gossip, the local political issues, etc. Other hearing people did not care about DeafDigest editor and ignored him, but that special hearing friend did. Was that hearing person fluent in ASL? No, he knew no signs - but always communicated with DeafDigest editor on everything! - for ASL News version with text, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/special-friend-of-deaf/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ..................................................... ..................................................... Triennial National Deaf People of Color Conference III June 13-16, 2013 Gallaudet University, Washington, DC more information at: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-people-of-color-conference/ ..................................................... ..................................................... DISABILITY ADVOCACY CENTERS AND THE DEAF We have many disability advocacy centers. There are hearing attorneys and hearing advocates that work at the centers. But how many disability advocacy centers have deaf employees? Probably not too many. This is different from disability service centers where we have many deaf employees. - for ASL News version with text, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-employees-in-advocacy/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ..................................................... ..................................................... list of cochlear implant manufacturers visit: http://deafdigest.com/list-of-cochlear-implant-manufacturers/ ................................................ ................................................ UTILTY APPS FOR THE DEAF Pepco, an electric power company serving the Washington, DC area, has come up with an app for the benefit of the deaf. This should be useful in case of power outages where electricity have been knocked out. One thing about this app - there is no way to directly contact Pepco. One would need iPhone, Android, and Blackberry for the app to work. Are there other power utility companies anywhere in USA with such "deaf-apps"? ................................................ ................................................ Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the #1 deaf network on the Internet....Deaf Match International ! Become a member and you can access all the great features of DMI ! * Find out why Deaf Match International has worked for over 10 years....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * Find the most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! Visit:  http://www.DeafMatchInternational.com ..................................................................... ..................................................................... Do you have trouble hearing on the phone? Check out this amazing offer at Hear World Communications.....For a limited time, FREE CaptionCall Captioned Telephone for all hard of hearing customers who qualify .....includes FREE delivery and installation...and no monthly charges (paid for by the FCC) ! "CaptionCall" is a state-of-the-art 40dB amplified and captioning-enabled phone that features a large, easy-to-read 7" touch screen that displays written captions (with adjustable text) of what your callers are saying. Storewide SALE plus Free Shipping...Save $$$ right now at Hear World Communications ! Hear World has a HUGE selection of New & Updated products....with the LOWEST Prices Guaranteed....For details and to shop online, visit: www.HearWorldUSA.com. For more information on CaptionCall and other assistive devices, contact: Hear World Communications TOLL FREE: 1-866-889-4872 (Voice or TTY) In MD, DC and VA --- Call: (301) 926-2365 (Voice or TTY) FAX: (301) 963-0785 VP: (866) 536-6781 E-Mail: info@hearworldusa.com Web:   http://www.HearWorldUSA.com Live Online Support --- AIM: UnitedTTY or HearWorld .............................................................. .............................................................. A LEADING DEAF COSMETOLOGIST IN JAPAN Cosmetology is a broad term that defines shampooing, manicure, nails, hair styling and other skills. Hirata Miyu-san, a young deaf Japanese woman, shows promise in that field. She won national student contests in hairdressing and in nail painting. She said that while she struggles in communications with her customers, she uses gestures and catalogs to find out what they prefer. WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? interpreters that don't get along with each other, being snippy, short and curt - so obvious that the deaf client sees it! if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Captioning is being offered at more and more "live" events across the country and around the world.   In addition to the television broadcast of sporting events, you will find some sports stadiums now offer captioning of what is going on within the stadium.  When a referee makes a call that the audience can hear, that is being captioned.  When a song is sung, that is being captioned.  When the crowd is cheering or booing, that is being captioned.  Captioning helps people fully participate in the experience. Some colleges and universities are now providing captioning for graduations and sporting events.  The captioning may be displayed on screens in the auditorium or stadium, on the Web for live viewing, or possibly sent to handheld devices. People with a hearing loss who would benefit from captioning at sporting or entertainment events, conventions, conferences, or other public gatherings should make the request of the planners of these events to provide captioning. Sometimes it is just a matter of educating people about what captioning is, the technology that is available, and the importance of providing these services. A CHOICE OF WORDS Is there a difference between "a deaf man" or "a man that is deaf"? Is "a deaf man" so politically incorrect and that "a man that is deaf" is politically correct? Or is it the other way around? A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF You take a long vacation, and travel from hotel to hotel; you struggle with captions in different TV sets in different hotels. (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 Captions on web TV must be captioned effective this month. This is what FCC has ruled. ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: No, says the Grand Rapids (MI) judge to the request of the state to have the CI forced onto two deaf children against the will of the deaf mother. ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: A victory for the blind means a victory for the deaf? Hope so, as far as the ADA regulations are concerned. A recent federal district court ruling said that web sites must be fully accessible for the blind. And for the blind, it means voice, meaning for the deaf it should always mean captions. The case was filed against Target Corporation which would not make its web site accessible to the blind. (FCC is still grappling with this issue of web captions, forever issuing rulings and forever facing resistance) ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: There have been several court cases to force deaf children to wear implants. How come we do not have court cases to force deaf children to wear hearing aids? .... A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? I thought the friend said: I'm going to Park The friend actually said I'm going to Paul (a name of restaurant in Washington, DC) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 !! - -  Staff Interpreter -  Los Angeles, CA -  Staff Interpreter - Bakersfield, CA -  Staff Interpreter - Riverside, CA (Two positions) -  Case Manager - Los Angeles To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: Jeff Fetterman Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD:  (323) 550-4207 Fax #:  (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Information Technology Assistant - 12 months Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: As soon as possible. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete service request submitted through email system, including troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software problems on computers and peripherals. Assist in the maintenance of technology equipment and peripherals. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in computer science or related field or three years of full-time experience as an IT assistant. FILE APPLICATION WITH: Harold Mowl, Jr. Superintendent/CEO Rochester School for the Deaf 1545 Saint Paul Street Rochester, NY 14621 Job application is available online: http://www.rsdeaf.org/employment.asp Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview. RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- posting of open positions PAHrtners Deaf Services Glendale, PA PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf/HOH centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or Hard of Hearing.  Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support.  As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs.  Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years' experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you!  E.O.E. PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: - RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR for DSA: (Full time position) The qualified candidate shall possess: HS Diploma and 5 years of Mental Health direct care experience, fluency in ASL, knowledge of Deaf Culture.  Excellent writing and communication skills required. Responsibilities: Day to day management and supervision of residential setting for deaf adults with mental illness and behavioral health concerns.  Supervision of direct care staff, development of residential programming and staff schedules, planning and leading staff meetings, coordinate staff trainings, manage petty cash and consumer funds, coordinate consumer services with internal/outside agency providers and families, conduct consumer and staff interviews, complete monthly reports, service plans and staff evaluations, follow up with physical and psychiatric medical concerns. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekend. - RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTORS: (Full time position) This position provides leadership role for residential staff and direct client services. Qualifications: minimum of a HS + 2 year related experience; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years' experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated an ability to supervise, teach, advise and motivate staff members as well as Deaf Consumers; must possess strong interpersonal skills.  Duties: Provide guidance and training for staff and support to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekend. - INTENSIVE CASE MANAGERS - FOR ADULTS:  (Full time position) This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside in the community and in our residential programs.  Responsibilities include:  assessing service needs of consumers to ensure continuum of care; develop service plans; independent living skills instructions, advocate for access to public and private services and programs such as medical, vocational and other services.  Qualifications:  BA/BS degree in a Human Services field preferred; or High School Diploma& 12 credit hours in social science with two (2) years mental health direct care experience. Must have strong organizational skills; fluency in ASL, familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels.  Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel various areas in the community.  Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus; and must have a valid driver's license. - THERAPIST/PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR:  (Full time position) This position provides therapeutic and psycho-educational workshops and group sessions for consumers who are deaf.  The qualified candidate shall possess:  BA in psychology, counseling or any other human services field; must have 2 years' experience with individuals with mental illness and/or mental retardation including treatment planning and progress notes; advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and be able to work in a team environment.  Duties:  Develop, coordinate and provide group/individual therapy for wellness maintenance and psycho-educational workshops. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration.  Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:  HS + 1 year related experience; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@pahrtners.com  Fax: 215-884-6301 http://www.pahrtners.com VP: 267-415-1482 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening President Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Talladega, AL more information at: http://deafdigest.com/president-job-alabama-school-for-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Certification & Education Specialist Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. Alexandria, Virginia Current RID National Office Opening: - Certification & Education Specialist: Certification and Education Specialist supports the daily operations of the organization pertaining to the certification and education department, which is responsible for exam administration and certification maintenance. Certification and Education Specialist provides administrative and operational support to the director, managers and the department. Please e-mail any questions about current job postings at RID to mailto:careers@rid.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Principal The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Clarks Summit, PA JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, exempt, 12-month position. The Principal serves as educational and instructional leader. Provides supervision, guidance, and direction to staff through regular meetings and consultation.  Provides program supervision and guidance to    academic and residential SSDHHC staff.  Assures all teachers are observed and evaluated.  Advises teachers regarding educational techniques and procedures; completes written reports as necessary.  Meets and consults with parents, school districts, intermediate units, and/or other agencies in order to develop/provide appropriate programs for students.  Responsible for the after school/ residential program. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: M.Ed. in Special Education is required.  PA Instructional II Certification in Special Education and PA Supervisory or Principal Certification required. The Principal should have extensive knowledge of the educational needs of deaf and hard of hearing children and possess the ability to develop, revise, and adapt curriculum to meet program needs. He/She must also possess extensive knowledge of special education regulations and standards including the IEP process.  Skilled in staff supervision is necessary. Fluency in manual communication is required. PA State Police Criminal Clearance; PA Child Abuse History Clearance; FBI Clearance; Act 24. Advanced American Sign Language (ASL) skills preferred but not required at hire. SALARY: Commensurate with experience STARTING DATE: December 3, 2012 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western PA School for the Deaf 300 E Swissvale Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15218 The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, race, religion, disability or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher of the Deaf - High School Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA REPORTS TO: High School Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time, 187-day position.  Responsibilities include instructional programming in academics, language development and communication, in addition to guiding students toward healthy social, emotional and vocational adjustments. Plan, prepare, and present lessons of appropriate academic work to their students, use appropriate communication techniques to assure clarity and accuracy of conveyed information, work with Principal in guiding parents towards identifying their child's strengths and weaknesses and in programming for them accordingly through the IEP process. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PA Instructional I or Instructional II Certification in Deaf Education required.  Dual certification in Mathematics or Science preferred. Master's Degree in Deaf Education also preferred. PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is Advanced.  The minimum level accepted at hire is Intermediate STARTING DATE:    ASAP DEADLINE TO APPLY: Until filled APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 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. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- We are Unique. We Value Public Service, Communication Access and Technology. We Aspire to Make a Difference. Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc (CSD) is seeking an experienced, dynamic leader who is a strategic thinker, effective manager and communicator with excellent business sense and finance skills to fill the Executive position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position is responsible for the overall financial and budgetary functions of CSD, which includes planning and supervision of all accounting activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, investments, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, employee benefits, purchasing and production of financial statements for all programs. The CFO partners with the President/Chief Executive Officer and the President of Operations on all tactical matters related to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and securing of new funding. The CFO also serves as the main external and internal point of contact for finance-related matters including annual financial audits of CSD financial statements.   As a member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will guide cross-divisional teams among main program areas, including Relay, Interpreting, Contact Centers, Human Services and other Emerging Programs, with financial and budget needs. For more details about this outstanding job opportunity, please view the complete posting  and job description on our website: http://www.c-s-d.org/JobOpportunities/ChiefFinancialOfficer.aspx Throughout our locations across the country and abroad, all of our employees work towards a shared goal and each of us contributes to our collective aspirations and overall mission of CSD. We believe in teamwork, shared ideas, and creating solutions while respecting individuality and innovation. For more information, check out: Our Careers Page: http://www.c-s-d.org/JobOpportunities.aspx Blog: http://csdhome.wordpress.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CSDCommunity Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSD_tweets LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/csd_99904 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CSDMedia Apply With CSD Today! https://ssl.c-s-d.org/hr/OnlineApplication -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Program Director I (Vocational) COPD Tucson Tucson, Arizona No 03-10-197 STATUS            Exempt PRIMARY FUNCTION Supervises and directs Vocational/Placement Department in the areas of competitive placement, job site training, job placement services and contract maintenance.  Oversees Ability One, WIA and VR placement services.  Develops training programs and placement options.  Ensures program compliance with established Agency policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.  Designs and schedules staff professional development training, maintains caseloads in accordance with service contract guidelines and assists with program budget development. Responsible for marketing COPD job training / placement services to employers in the greater Pima County area, staying current on changes in the marketing environment to best serve COPD.  May perform other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -    Markets to employers throughout Pima County to meet their placement and training needs -    Markets COPD services and obtains contracts for services, job placement and training -    Creates job placement and training opportunities for consumers at COPD -    Attends WIB and Youth Council meetings -    Develops and implements strategic marketing plan for COPD job training/placement -    Develops, recommends and assists management in job placement and operational policies needed for vocational programs -    Oversees the daily operation of the Job Placement, Job Training, Ability One and Youth Services Programs, contracts and collections processes; monitors quality of services and billing processes -    Oversees development of Job Training Program -    Monitors Job Training, NISH, WIA and Job Placement Programs -    Coordinates training of staff in the areas of general procedures, behavioral techniques and community based programming -    Maintains contractual relationships with DDD, VR, WIA and NISH -    Develops new programs that provide new opportunities for consumers to include NISH contracts, Business partnerships, and community partnerships -    Oversees and monitors contracts to maintain objectives and contractual goals -    Reviews and maintains CARF procedures and Affirmative Action goals -    Supervises staff and acts as a liaison between all parties including businesses requesting work, school systems and rehabilitation team -    Supervises assessments and placements into new programs -    Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, providing constructive performance feedback and separating employees -    Serves as SCS Administrative Team member and provides input regarding COPD's agency needs -    Supervises NISH staff and Summer Youth Program Coordinator -    Reviews quality of job placement program and determines appropriate staffing patterns -    Develops new programs and opportunities -    Develops and implements strategic marketing plan for COPD job training / placement services. -    Plans, implements and performs all aspects of COPD.s marketing to employers in Pima County. -    May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -    Bachelor's in Rehabilitation, Counseling, Education or related field -    American Sign Language skills -    3 years of experience in Vocational/ILS services -    Knowledge of DDD system, Vocational Rehabilitation and CARF accreditation standards -    3 years of supervisory or administrative experience -    Obtain State of Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and pass drug screening -    Valid Arizona Driver License, proof of insurance and Arizona Motor Vehicle Division 39 month Motor Vehicle Report DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS -    Master's in Rehabilitation, Counseling, Education or related field -    Additional years of directly related experience 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: Catholic Community Services 140 W. Speedway Blvd. #230 Tucson, AZ  85705 Fax resume and cover letter - 520-770-8505 Email resume and cover letter mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org OPEN        August 28, 2012 CLOSING DATE    Until Filled Equal Opportunity Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- IRS Job Opening Operations Research Analyst Position: Operations Research Analyst POD: Chamblee GA (just outside of Atlanta GA) GS Level 7-9 Salary Range: 40,534-49,581 (OPM guidelines) Job Duties:  Attached document lists some of the major job duties Required Documents: Resume, Transcripts, Schedule A Letter Job Duties: Assists in and/or performs special studies of Service operations to identify mathematical applications to improve and/or enhance existing programs. Responsibilities in conducting these studies may include determining the types of data to be collected, formulating study methodologies, recommending improvements to existing programs, assisting functional activities in the implementation of headquarters and field operational segments and analyzing data from a variety of sources. Knowledge: Basic knowledge of multivariate techniques and knowledge of pertinent mathematical, simulation Economics, econometric and statistical operations research techniques to use in the context of government policy decisions. Skill in researching and gathering pertinent data from a wide variety of sources, and using it to analyze complex projects and program areas. Send all documents to: Paula B Golladay paula.b.golladay@irs.gov Phone-202-591-6000 (V)-I am very VRS friendly Paula B Golladay Management and Program Analyst Internal Revenue Service IRS Recruitment Office (OS:HC:ETS:IRO) AWS-M-Thurs- 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM First Friday Off, M-Thurs - 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 6:30 AM -3:00 PM-NEW Job Opening Announcement Title: DBCAN Part-time Administrative Assistant (7 hours/week) Duties and Responsibilities: - Responsible for printing, copying and filing documents in accessible formats including Braille. Assist with phone calls and other office work. - Maintain database records; input update information and ongoing record keeping. - Responsible for the distribution of monthly reports; assist with invoices. - Responsible for preparing and distributing information packets, training materials and resource information. - Assist with preparation and attend quarterly Advisory Council evening meetings & take notes. - Schedule statewide appointments for various information sessions and meetings. - Assist in the coordination and set up of the Provider Trainings and Support Group meetings. - Arrange travel plans for staff conducting outreach, training and interviews in various statewide regions. - Other duties assigned by DBCAN Director. Qualifications: At least one year experience working with diverse Deaf and DeafBlind individuals. Skilled in tactile ASL preferred. Must have good English skills and be computer literate (MS Words, Excel & internet). Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to perform effectively as part of a team. Sensitivity to and awareness of issues facing DeafBlind people of various communication methods. Supervision: Reports to DBCAN Director Timeline: Immediate Opening. Applications accepted until position filled. To Apply: email a cover letter, resume and a list of three references to: Ann Thompson HR/Administrative Coordinator athompson@deafinconline.org Position Opening Announcement Title: Staff Accountant, (Contract position - 14 hours/week) Duties and Responsibilities: . Complete weekly accounts payable which includes: enter bills and expenses reports, ensure accurate shared cost allocation, do weekly check run, maintain vendor relations, maintain vendor files, and review AP close process on a monthly basis, ensure all expenses are captured appropriately, aging invoice reports are pulled and reviewed, and close process and AP/GL reconcile are performed. . Complete monthly Accounts Receivable activities - monthly invoicing (based on contract budget, determine what we can bill, and ensure all billable expenses are copied/included in monthly invoicing), credit memos and adjustments, aging reports and collections, prepare excel expense detail for program managers, reconcile reimbursable expense accounts, customer tax inquiries - W4, and revenues reconciliation. Work with funders on invoice inquires. . Complete weekly Deposit - copy checks, prepare deposit including verifying receipts to ensure accuracy, apply receipts, deposit confirmation, and open invoices sign offs. . Verify cash in bank daily and update cash flow spreadsheet, post monthly interest and bank changes, do bank reconciliation, and manage outstanding checks on a quarterly basis. . Review payroll reports. Complete payroll spreadsheet for each payroll based on percent calculation of amount charged to each department for each position and make payroll journal entries and accruals. . Complete monthly account reconciliation including prepaid, payroll taxes withheld, accrued expenses. . Assist Finance Director in developing, generating and preparing fiscal reports for funders. Ensure compliance with funder requirements, GAAP, regulations and agency policies. . Analyze data to support program efficiency and effectiveness. Make recommendations to Finance Director and review contracts. . Complete Year-End/Ad Hoc, special projects, analysis, procedural, and infrastructure review; annual audit assistance/preparation. . Assist HR/Administrative Coordinator in payroll and other responsibilities as needed and assigned. Supervision: This position reports to Director of Finance and Administration. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of 3 years similar experience required. Public accounting or nonprofit experience preferred. Must be well-organized to meet scheduled deadlines and have the ability to learn quickly with excellent documentation and monitoring skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with persons across disciplines and levels required. Ability to function independently with little supervision. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Must be proficient with Excel, financial systems, General Ledger and data exporting. Ability to read legal contracts and take complex financial issues and interpret for program staff. Ability to perform other duties as assigned. To Apply: send a cover letter, resume and a list of three references to: Ann Thompson, HR/Administrative Coordinator DEAF, Inc., 215 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA 02134 Or email to athompson@deafinconline.org NORTHWESTERN COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT SERVICES AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER Looking for a certified American Sign Language Interpreter to work a total of 21 hours per week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.  Services to be provided for deaf staff and also individuals that are deaf with a developmental disability.  Should have above average English language skills for proof reading documents and some experience working with Developmental Disability population.   ASL Certification required. Pay is negotiable. Our agency is located close to Interstate 89 and is a short commute from Burlington and surrounding areas. Please email your resume & cover letter to hr@ncssinc.org. SERVING FRANKLIN & GRAND ISLE COUNTIES ~Creating a stronger workforce, one employee at a time~ NCSS Inc, 107 Fisher Pond Road, St. Albans, VT  05478 www.ncssinc.org Deaf and Hard of Hearing Coordinator Description his part-time position primarily increases literacy of written English and self-development skills for Deaf and Hard-of Hearing Chicagoans. Overall, the responsibilities are targeted to integrate fully the Deaf/hard-of-hearing community. Assist consumer to formulate an independent living plan and serve the consumer effectively, with dignity and timely follow up; . Serve walk-in Deaf/hard-of-hearing consumers when it falls outside of services provided by other Access Living staff; . Conduct monthly peer counseling support groups targeting the deaf and hard of hearing community; . Plan and execute English literacy curriculum to Deaf/hard of hearing individuals; . Outreach to Deaf/hard of hearing individuals in under-served communities, e.g. communities of color, immigrant communities and to local organizations and agencies serving the Deaf/hard-of-hearing community; . Assure outcomes named by funders are met, even exceeded; . Prepare quarterly and annual reports; . Act as spokesperson for Access Living; and . Other duties as assigned. How to apply Interested candidates should mail or fax a resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Access Living 115 W. Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60654 fax : 312-787-3866 rmata@accessliving.org Faculty, American Sign Language, ASL/English Interpreting, or Deaf Studies. Salt Lake Community College Department: Humanities, Language, & Culture Dept. Requisition F12008 Open Until Filled ALL APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY 10/29/2012 WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY CONSIDERATION Major Function: Under department supervision the faculty member will teach (including team-teaching) ASL, interpreting, and Deaf culture courses for the American Sign Language and Interpreting programs as assigned by the department chair. The position also includes the development of ASL and interpreting curricula; assessment of student ASL and interpreting competencies; possible coordination of the ASL tutoring program; provision of innovative teaching to meet the needs of a diverse student population; and fulfillment of traditional faculty expectations such as advising students, maintaining office hours, engaging in committee work, maintaining professional competence, participating in professional development activities, making presentations, and attending community and campus events. 1. Master.s degree conferred by hire date. 2. Course work at the Bachelor.s or Master.s level in American Sign Language,ASL/English Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Education, or Deaf Studies required. 3. 1 year full-time (or 3 years part-time) experience teaching American Sign Language at the high-school or college level required. 4. Advanced or Superior proficiency in American Sign Language with demonstrated ability to converse fluently in high-level professional and academic conversation in ASL required. All candidates must apply online at https://jobs.slcc.edu to Requisition F12008. https://jobs.slcc.edu/postings/21142 (cut and paste the quick link for direct access to posting.) New England Homes for the Deaf 154-160 Water Street  Danvers, MA 01923 TTY 978-739-4010  VP 978-767-8784 ASL Teacher  New England Homes for the Deaf has an opening for a Contract or Per-diem ASL Teacher.The ideal candidate for this position will be ASLTA or equivalently certified.   The ASL teacher will teach ASL to employees at all levels.  The teacher may also provide one on one tutoring as needed. Program Outreach Coordinator Oversee Deaf Senior Centers and work in collaboration with center Coordinators to ensure needs of the seniors. (i.e. referrals, training etc.) Mom in Manchester looking for Nanny w/experience working w/children who have hearing loss a Mom in Manchester, CT who has 11 month old twin boys. She is looking to have an extra set of skilled hands to help out for approximately 6-10 hours a week. One of the boys has a hearing loss CThandsandvoices@cox.net P/T Housekeeper/Team Member Needed . previous experience  required Housekeeper/Team Member: Responsible for the cleanliness of client.s homes and/or businesses.  ID : #10404586 # of Positions : 1  Minimum Education Level : High School Diploma/GED  Experience Required : 1 year  License Required: Drivers License  Training : *Previous Housekeeping/Maid/Janitorial Experience Required*  Salary : $13.00 hourly Duration : Part Time Regular  Shift : First Shift (Day)  Hours per week: 15  Start Date : 9/1/2012  Position Description/Responsibilities:  Perform various cleaning activities, to include cleaning bathrooms, bathroom fixtures, showers and tubs, and including washing floors, cleaning kitchens, vacuuming carpets, dusting, polishing and other cleaning-related activities in accordance with instructions given.  . Must be depended on to arrive at work at the prescribed time each day, knowing full well that tardiness and absences from work will place  hardship on fellow team members and disrupt client cleaning schedules.  . Report any broken items, accidents, injuries, security, or safety violations promptly.  . Report any emergency maintenance problems to include toilets and other water fixtures.  . Wear appropriate uniform and personal protective equipment in accordance with the job you are performing. . Learn specific cleaning techniques of the company based on time and motion. Work smarter, not harder.  . Understand and adhere to safety procedures as established by the company.  . Attend and participate in meetings as requested by the Team Leader, Office Manager, or Owner.  . Drive to specified locations when requested and clean and maintain vehicle.  . Leave premises in a safe manner as to the condition it was found.  . Secure homes, including locking doors and windows, and activating alarms, without letting pets out.  . Perform other cleaning/organizing related duties as assigned. Position Details: . Part-Time  . Residental & Commercial Properties  . Currently approx. 15 hours per week  . Willing to travel to job sites in towns of Bloomfield, Windsor Locks, South Windsor, West Hartford & New Britain  . Rate of pay is $13.00 per hour  . Uniform Required . Solid Color Scrub Top & Bottom & Sneakers  Position Requirements: . Own Vehicle Transportation  . Previous Housekeeping/Maid/Janitorial/Organization Experience  . Ability to Read, write and communicate effectively in English with  team members and clients.  . Ability to reach, bend, stoop and kneel . Ability to stand for extended periods of time  . Ability to lift 20 pounds (Move couches, chairs and other furniture as needed). Company Information Simplistic Solutions, LLC<http://www.simplisticsolutionsllc.com> Commercial & Residential Cleaning/Organizing Service  215 Layton Ln New Britain, CT 06053 Application Information Instructions : Complete and email the attached application, or email your Resume to simplisticsolutionsct@gmail.com<mailto:simplisticsolutionsct@gmail.com> Contact Catherine Riley-Mitchell by email or phone for an application. Email : Catherine Riley simplisticsolutionsct@gmail.com><mailto:simplisticsolutionsct@gmail.co > m>  By Phone : Call Catherine Riley at 860-836-5858 US Department of Labor Employment Opportunity for Disable People and Veterans in San Francisaco CA Office Management Assistant (Office Automation) U.S. Department of Labor . Office of Federal Contract Compliance GS-0303-07 San Francisco, CA We are looking for an Office Management Assistant to serve as the confidential assistant to the District Director for our Office of Federal Contract Compliance (OFCCP) in our San Francisco Office. We are considering VRA and Schedule A eligible applicants for this opening. Interested applicants should send their resume and supporting documents (Military Service documents for the Vets and Schedule A letters for persons with disability) to me at Mengesha.rosa@dol.gov or Fax it via 415-625-2414 Attention- Rosa Mengesha by Friday Sep 21, 2012 * Please indicate how many words per minute you type! Below is what the role entails in general. Duties include but are not limited to: -        Provide general administrative support to the District Office computer software applications. -        Obtains, prepares assembles background information, graphs and charts for management reporting requirements. -        Prepares computer-based charts and graphs reflecting accomplishment of assigned projects. -        Serves as the District expert on office management functions. -        Manages correspondence, requests, reports and congressional inquiries -        Other functions as assigned. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/other-deaf-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-