DeafDigest Blue - August 10, 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/hearing-employees-not-know-deaf-is-insulted/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/psychologist-deaf-hearing/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/marthas-vineyard-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/describing-the-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Free ILY Carabiner with Pre-order of the TCL Vibe The Amplicom TCL Vibe Travel Alarm Clock is a small travel clock with loads of features. 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Princess Alanis Pura, a young deaf woman from the Phillipines, is the winner of the Queen of the Philippines pageant. She will represent her nation at the upcoming Face of Beauty pageant in Taiwan. .............................................................. 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! .............................................................. .............................................................. LIBRARY AT MARTHA'S VINEYARD Many of us know that there were many generations of deaf people that lived on Martha's Vineyard. And that hearing people in the town used sign language to communicate with the deaf. A deaf group took a tour and stopped at the library at Martha's Vineyard to see if there were any ancestors in their family trees. The librarian showed them the birth-and-death book. Those that were deaf were marked as "deaf." If a deaf person wants to do research, it is a tough job because the library did not have deaf genealogical files in the computer. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/marthas-vineyard-deaf/ 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/ ..................................................... ..................................................... HARD TO DESCRIBE DEAFNESS In the past, a deaf person would just describe his deafness in just one word - deaf. He would just say "I am deaf." Times have changed. Today, a deaf person would not say he is deaf. He would say something like - I am hard of hearing with 56 dB loss in my left ear, and I am profoundly deaf with 95 dB loss in my right ear. Why make it so complicated? Just one word - deaf, is enough. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/describing-the-deaf/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... 2016 conference - National Association of the Deaf to see the flyer, go to: http://deafdigest.com/2016-national-association-of-deaf-conference/ ................................................ ................................................ WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being told: I envy your job if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series One thing that it is important to remember is that many realtime captioners and CART writers started off as court reporters. Most court reporters learn a steno theory that incorporates a number of brief forms that can be used to save time in court proceedings. Phrases like "where do you live," "state your name," "do you know," and "I don't remember" come up frequently in the work of a court reporter. Many court reporters devise ways to write these phrases and many others in one stroke on the steno keyboard. Many captioners try to delete or eliminate some or all of these phrases from their dictionaries when they start captioning, but sometimes a few of these phrases may remain and may cause some embarrassing errors. A common way to write "at that time" is with the steno TAT. Unfortunately, if the word "tattered" is not in a steno writer's dictionary, it might come out as "at that timered." A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF being asked - what is it like to be hearing? (a weird question!) (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) .............................................................. .............................................................. THINKING OF REMODELING YOUR OLD KITCHEN, OUTDATED BATHROOM, OR UGLY BASEMENT? We specialize in remodeling kitchen, bath, and basement of your dreams throughout Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia. This service is run by deaf owner with a mix of deaf and hearing crews. To learn more about this company at http://www.surdusremodeling.com Contact Elijah Gold for FREE ESTIMATE at: mailto:info@surdusremodeling.com or VP at 202-400-2655 .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 A Gallaudet student, who formerly served as an intern with the National Public Radio (NPR), has filed a lawsuit on basis of discrimination. The student said NPR would not give her interpreters to allow her to communicate better with the staff. ....... Deaf people can do anything we have a deaf person who is was a -- watchmaker ..... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: How difficult is it to train a deaf dog? Cindy Buckman, not deaf, operator of House of Paws Canine Obedience Academy in Athens, Alabama, was given a deaf puppy for training and adopted him because he was unadoptable. After some time working with the puppy she said: It's not that different from training a hearing dog. Deaf dogs compensate by keeping close tabs on their owners, watching them closely to know when they're being summoned. While hearing dogs respond to verbal commands and hand signals, deaf dogs must rely on visual cues and vibrations. Deaf human beings and deaf dogs share this common trait - responding to visual cues and vibrations. ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Normally when Deaflympics are held, the host nation government would stay in the background as a gracious host, allowing the Deaflympics committee to run the show. It is different in Taiwan where the Deaflympics is coming up next month. The government is playing a high profile. Why? The government is using the Deaflympics to show the world that they wish to come out of the isolation forced on the nation ever since 1949 when mainland China went Communist. Just hope the Taiwan stance will be beneficial to the deaf in the long run, years after the Deaflympics have become a memory. ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: A deaf kid is selling lemonades in hopes of getting enough money to purchase hearing aids ($6,000). A cochlear implant ($50,000) is often free. Why? ....... Lipreading: What did that person say? At a take out place, the total bill was $6.21 I thought the immigrant cashier, with a thick accent, said: penny? Penny on a $6.21 bill? She actually said: bag? -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 * 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 University Ombuds Gallaudet University Washington, DC Serves as the designated neutral or impartial dispute resolution practitioner whose major function is to provide confidential and informal assistance to constituents of the University community, which includes students, staff, faculty and/or administrators (excluding Clerc Center); the Ombuds is neither an advocate for any individual nor the organization but is rather an advocate for fairness, who acts as a source of resolution of concerns and critical situations. In considering any given instance or concern, the point of view of all parties that might be involved are taken into account. This office supplements, but does not replace, the University's existing resources for formal conflict resolution. The Ombuds reports directly to the President and does not accept notice on behalf of the University. In other words, the Ombuds functions independently of existing administrative structures. Master's degree and five years of experience in conflict management, organizational change or closely related experience. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the University and with people with wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. Must have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to gather and analyze information and, as necessary, help the inquirers develop appropriate options and actions. Must be willing to develop comprehensive knowledge and networking skills regarding the University's structure, culture, policies and practices. Must show evidence of ability to use and teach conflict management skills, have strong presentation skills and organize and communicate information to groups varying in size and hierarchical level in the University. Proven discretion and demonstrated ability in personal and professional communications, presentations and written correspondence. Must be able to work as a team member and act as an impartial problem solver. Must have exemplary decision-making and strategic thinking skills to be aware of issues on hand. Fluent American Sign Language skills required at the time of application To apply or for more information go to: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu or contact the Human Resources Office at: 202-651-5352, or mailto:personnel.office@gallaudet.edu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- many position openings Lexington School and Center for the Deaf Jackson Heights, NY about Lexington Lexington School and Center for the Deaf is comprised of the Lexington School for the Deaf, the Lexington Hearing and Speech Center, Lexington Vocational Services, and the Lexington Center for Mental Health. We are here to serve the needs of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community in New York City. The Lexington School, founded in 1865, is the largest school for deaf students in New York State. It educates deaf children from ages 0-21. Lexington students come from all over the five boroughs, and a number of students have other disabilities in addition to deafness, including mobility and mental impairments. Lexington prepares all students to continue on to college, vocational education, job training, or a placement that will support them to live a responsible, productive life. academics Lexington provides a comprehensive education for children and parents in its Ready-to-Learn Program, ages 0-3, preschool, elementary, middle and high school programs, a foreign language transitional program, and deaf multiply disabled program known as the Special Education Unit. These programs are unified by a common teaching-learning framework known as Mediated Learning. The curriculum meets standards set by the New York State Education Department. The high school is fully-accredited and like public high schools confers New York State Regents and Individual Education Plan (IEP) diplomas. We begin career education in the elementary grades with vocational concepts integrated into the math and social studies curricula, and continue through middle and high school when students explore personal career interests through formal classes, internships, and community service experiences. Upon graduation, our students attend , various universities and two year colleges, or go directly into the work force or into further training programs. Below are vacancies for the upcoming school year: Employment Opportunities It is the continuing policy of Lexington School and Center for the Deaf to comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity Law, as well as other pertinent legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York State Human Rights Law, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Current faculty and staff openings at Lexington are: - Principal - Substitute Teacher - After School Tutors - 5 Day Residence - Substitute Resident Counselor - Classroom Substitute - School Library Media Specialist - Teacher - Special Education Unit (SEU) - School Counselor - School Mental Health Team - Teacher - Elementary School - Instructional Assistant - Elementary - Speech Coordinator/Speech Evaluator - Teacher - High School Social Studies - Teacher - High School Science - Teacher - High School Math We invite interested parties to visit the Lexington School for the Deaf website at: http://lexnyc.org/human-resources and learn more about our school. For specific information on the vacancies listed above, click on the vacancies link for the job announcements in their entirety, including the job description, qualifications and application instruction. Lexington School/Center for the Deaf Human Resources Department 30th Avenue and 75th Street Jackson Heights, New York 11370 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Visiting / Assistant / Associate Professor of Interpreting Studies & American Sign Language/English Interpreting (Division of Special Education) Recruitment Number: F1407 Application Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Start Date: September 16, 2015. Opportunities to begin teaching before September 2015 may be possible. The Division of Special Education at Western Oregon University seeks qualified applicants with experience in interpreter education for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position in the graduate Interpreting Studies and undergraduate ASL/English Interpreting programs. Appointment at the Assistant or Associate level will be considered pending appropriate experience. ABD applicants are encouraged to apply and will be placed at the non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor rank. Coursework in the Interpreting programs are offered in a variety of formats, including on-campus, blended, online, and condensed formats. The undergraduate ASL/English Interpreting program at WOU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education and prepares students as generalists who are able to interpret in a variety of settings. Students are prepared through a curriculum infused with the demand-control schema, which serves as the foundational framework on which to build their professional practice. WOU.s undergraduate interpreting program was the inaugural winner of the Sorenson VRS Interpreter Education Award of Excellence in 2008. The primarily online graduate program in Interpreting Studies prepares experienced interpreters to become leaders, mentors, and teachers of interpreting. This program recently won the University Professional and Continuing Education Association Outstanding Credit Program Award. The university strongly encourages applications from scholars of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to multicultural education. Excellent benefits package included. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach graduate courses, both online and on campus, in the growing MA in Interpreting Studies program and will teach campus-based and/or online undergraduate courses focusing on ASL/English Interpreting. Other responsibilities may include student advising, alternative calendar/off campus teaching, program development and coordination, graduate thesis supervision and project supervision, clinical supervision, teaching condensed courses in the summer, and committee work as required by the union contract. Qualifications: Required - PhD/Ed.D in applicable field (e.g., interpreting, interpreter education, linguistics, distance education, or adult education) required for appointment at Assistant or Associate Professor rank. Visiting Assistant Professor possible for ABD (renewable for three years). To be appointed at the Associate Professor level, applicants must have sufficient experience to qualify for promotion according to University guidelines. - National interpreting certification (e.g., CI and CT; NIC; Ed:k-12; or CDI) - 3 years experience teaching and supervising interpreting at the postsecondary level (specifically theory, processing, and practical application courses) - Experience with online education and openness to online instruction. - Knowledge of theories of meaning transfer and research on interpreting/interpreter education. - Knowledge of national standards for interpreter education and interpreter practitioners - Excellent signed and/or spoken communication, written, and presentation skills - Effective teamwork, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills - Ability to collaborate with faculty from a wide range of interpreting backgrounds - Ability to design and implement engaging and effective instruction Preferred - Other national certifications (ASLTA or SC: L) - Demonstrated commitment to scholarship - Experience with training interpreter educators - Program development and coordination experience - Demonstrated leadership in the field of interpreting - Ability to provide professional interpreters with the opportunity for growth and development beyond the undergraduate level and to participate in observation, practice, and supervision. Contact information: Questions regarding this position may be directed to Elisa Maroney, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, at 503-838-8735 (TTY/V); mailtomaronee@wou.edu For more information about the graduate and undergraduate programs, go to http://www.wou.edu/sped 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 Application Process: Required application materials: - A WOU Faculty Application Form (available at http://www.wou.edu/facultyapp - Letter of interest describing professional skills and experience related to the job requirements and duties, scholarly interests and accomplishments, and plans for future growth. - Curriculum vita including evidence of scholarly activity - Teaching philosophy - Unofficial graduate transcripts for highest degree earned - Names and contact information for three (3) references (Three (3) current letters of reference will be required prior to a campus interview. At least one of the references must address teaching interpreting.) Submit Application Materials to: F1407, Assistant Professor of Interpreting Studies & ASL / English Interpreting Human Resources Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 -OR- E-mail as an attachment 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 lush 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 5400 undergraduate and 800 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, ASL/English Interpreting, Interpreting Studies, American Sign Language Studies, and related continuing education and technical assistance programs, as well as the Teaching Research Institute and the Center on Sensory Disability. Western Oregon University is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-