DeafDigest Gold - April 12, 2015 Gold 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; 19th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/deafdigest1 Twitter @deafdigest for subscription changes, go to bottom weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: Old Fogeys - Whiners http://deafdigest.com/comics/old-fogeys-whiners/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-say-bad-things-about-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hearing-party-with-groups/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-radio-shack-poor-service/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-invisible-history/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- "The History of Gallaudet University" at Harris Communications Through story and over 250 photos and illustrations, "The History of Gallaudet University" chronicles the 150-year history of Gallaudet University. Starting as a tiny college of fewer than 200 students, its growth paralleled the emergence of the American Deaf Community and the history of the nation in general. The book describes how the Civil Rights Movement inspired deaf people to gain control of governance of their university. It details the evolution of American Sign Language as a language of scholarship at Gallaudet during a time it was discouraged or prohibited in educational institutions. "The History of Gallaudet University" traces the historic path the school traveled to become the finest institution of higher education for deaf people in the world. Find "The History of Gallaudet University" (B1298) at Harris Communications for $75.00. To learn more, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDG041215 Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Top stories about the deaf: Do organizations that won't respond to an accessibility survey have something to hide? This is what the National Centre for Promotion of Employment of Disabled People (India) is saying. The state weather offices are working with Alabama School for the Deaf and Blind and with the state department of rehabilitation on training the deaf to be weather spotters. It is for an important reason - weather can be real nasty in parts of the state. The  Nigeria National Association of the Deaf is scolding President-elect General Muhammadu Buhari for ignoring his campaign promises to help the deaf with their needs. A vest to allow the deaf to feel the speech? This is what a group of engineering students at Rice University is working on. It was not too many years ago when deaf students blew on a thin piece of paper to help them pronounce certain letters/ Derek Rumball gave a presentation of deaf history to a group of amateur historians at the East York Historical Society (Canada). The audience was fascinated. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- READ WHAT THEY SAY Unlock the phone with CapTelŽ 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! CapTelŽ Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- A REASON RADIO SHACK IS ALMOST DEAD There is a big reason Radio Shack is almost dead. A deaf man went to a Radio Shack; a clerk came up to him. The deaf man told him he is deaf. The clerk suddenly steered him to the headphones section. The deaf man said no, but never had a chance to explain because he was suddenly steered to the hearing aid batteries section. All he wanted was a special antenna for his TV. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-radio-shack-poor-service/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- schools for the deaf with open superintendent/CEO positions http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-school-empty-director-positions/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- A DEAF INVISIBLE HISTORY What is Deaf Invisible History? An example is the Office of Niagara County in New York. For 30 years, between 1923 and 1953, the county records (marriages, divorces, house deeds, land purchases, etc, etc) were recorded and posted by a deaf woman, Eleanor Hay Atwater, who graduated from Rochester School for the Deaf. It is Deaf Invisible History that very few people are aware of! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-invisible-history/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- What became of the campuses of the closed schools for the deaf? http://deafdigest.com/closed-deaf-schools-campuses/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO Famous deaf movie not captions http://deafdigest.com/videos/famous-deaf-movie-not-captioned/ Do enjoy viewing that video! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING Missouri Association of the Deaf http://deafdigest.com/missouri-association-of-the-deaf/ note: listing is free for deaf clubs and organizations. If you wish to have your club listed, email barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Book of the Week The Deaf Mute Howls by Albert Ballin, written in 1930 http://deafdigest.com/deaf-book-the-deafmute-howls/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf people can do anything we have a deaf person who is/was a - wildlife refuge manager this website is growing every weekend: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-in-unusual-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Question of the Week: Q. do scoreboard captions at stadiums help the deaf become better sports fans? A. Don't know. Very hard to focus on captions and on the action on the field at the same time. With TV, it is different because you watch the captions and action at the same time. Not that so at stadiums and arenas. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Rene Pellerin's Corner: I attended a deaf event recently. I didn't plan a good reliable support system for my needs. It was difficult and communication was frustrating too. One specific person in the group use their own method of tactile communication. Instead of my hands on their hands, they used their hands on my face and body! They had developed their own communication system for another DeafBlind person and assumed on approach fit all. "You cannot teach an old dog new tricks" may apply here! Rene's show business started in year 2010 and it focuses on the Deaf-Blind. You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Wish List of the Week: that the legislators in Idaho get their act together when working on a new interpreter bill -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafHistory: Year 1904 - the National Association of the Deaf recommended that there be separate schools for the deaf whites and for deaf blacks! (fortunately for all of us, times have changed and the NAD has long since then repudiated this recommendation) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafNumbers of the Week: 6 BSL is the basic level for sign language expertise in Great Britain yet 70 percent of teaching staff are just 2 BSL -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Collegiate Athletes: Tee Shepard, who is deaf and did not play last season with Ole Miss football team because of an injury, is slated to be the starter at cornerback this coming season/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Elite Deaf Athletes: Duck Hee Lee, South Korea, has been ranked 461 among top world tennis players. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafSports Library: a bus that transport deaf school athletic teams to some away games http://deafdigest.com/driver-side-deaf-bus/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest Sports: http://deafdigestsports.com/ you can subscribe; no cost -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- if you know of mainstreamed athletes, please e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com click on mainstream on the right side of http://deafdigestsports.com for the list of mainstreamed athletes -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ADDED FEATURE! for more jobs that are not listed in Blue and Gold editions, go to: http://deafdigest.com and click on jobs at the top and scroll all the way down to the bottom -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - *  Deputy Director - Los Angeles, CA *  Human Resources Specialist, Part-Time -  Los Angeles, CA *  Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA *  Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA *  Job Developer/Interpreter -  West Covina, CA To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: 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 ASL Specialist Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA The Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) is recruiting an ASL Specialist for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year. Salary: $44-66K per year based on 185 days and dependent upon qualifications. Benefits package for employee and spouse/partner and dependents includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid sick leave, life insurance, disability insurance and more! Requires fluency in ASL, WA State certification, MA degree in ASL Linguistics or Deaf Ed, professional ASL teaching experience, knowledge of Deaf culture. Recruitment is open until filled. Projected start date is August 24, 2015. Keep a look out for an Outreach ASL Specialist position that will serve deaf and hard of hearing students statewide - coming soon! WSD is also recruiting an ASL Interpreter Coordinator to be filled immediately. Salary is $3918/month + benefits. Learn more about the positions and apply online at http://www.careers.wa.gov Click on official agency name "Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss" in the department search field. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- three available positions RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Job Openings RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing state of North Carolina *  Behavioral Health Therapist- Morganton, NC *  Behavioral Health Therapist- Greensboro, NC *  Behavioral Health Therapist, Wilmington, NC To learn more about RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, please visit our website: http://www.rhabehavioralhealth.org/programs_services/our_deaf_and_hard_of_hearing_services/ If interested in positions above, please contact: Lindsey Gray Business Manager RHA Behavioral Health for the DHH 2527 E. Lyon Station Rd. Creedmoor, NC 27522 919.518.9293 (Office) 919.528.2971 (fax) mailto:LGray@rhanet.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA The Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) campus in Vancouver, Washington announces the following openings for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year: .       Classroom Teacher - Math/Science .       School Counselor .       Educational Audiologist Requires: ASL, WA State Certification, Criminal Background Check Salary Range: $40,820 - $67,739 based on school year assignment + benefits package. Recruitments are open until filled. Projected start date is August 24, 2015. Learn more about the positions and apply online at http://www.careers.wa.gov under official agency name "Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss" School website: http://www.wsd.wa.gov Questions? Contact mailto:human.resources@cdhl.wa.gov EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (revised posting) Job opening Programs Manager Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA) Salisbury, MD FT position with benefits managing residential and community support services for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing; Experience in residential services, Medicaid waiver and developmental disabilities funding agents; supervising and training staff and must be able to handle crisis situations; familiarity with DDA regulations.  Responsible for reports, scheduling staff and make quick sound decisions. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree preferred with 2-5 years experience in Human Services with preference in residential support services.  Must have excellent people, organizational and time management skills; professionally build teams among staff, be an initiator, detail oriented, organized, a problem solver; demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills and effectively delegate and follow up on assignments.  Must be willing to be on call 24/7. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)  preferred. Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume & 3 business references to mailto:dila@dila.org ; fax 410-543-4874; or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.  Only qualified applicants will be considered.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job opening Independent Living Advisor (ILA), Full Time or Part Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA) Salisbury, MD Provide direct care independent living services and support to individuals. Services range from personal hygiene, medication administration and intensive independent living skills training in individuals' homes, etc. throughout the Eastern Shore.  Shifts varies within a team oriented environment. Qualifications:   Fluency in ASL; High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required;  one year related experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible and work within a team approach environment.  Ability to teach, advise and motivate people.  Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required. Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume and three business references to dila@dila.org, fax 410-543-4874 or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, Maryland 21804.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- updated posting 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: - Education Program Tech (newest addition) - School Counselor - Dormitory Teacher- Full time Middle School - Part-time Audiologist - Secondary Math Teacher - Paraprofessional 1 on 1- Temporary - Sub Teacher, Para, Dorm - Special Education 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: www.kcmo.org/ and www.olatheks.org/ For an application and a job announcement on each of these positions, please refer to our website at www.ksdeaf.org or contact Teresa Chandler, Human Resources Office, at (913) 645-5358 (V/TTY) for further details on the positions.  E-mail:  mailto:tchandler@kssdb.org  Fax #:  913/621-2310 An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunities Agency Tobacco Free Campus KSD Embraces Diversity -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Walden School Clinical Director Walden School for the Deaf Framingham, MA position description at: http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-clinical-director/ If you are interested in applying please see the TLC website at http://www.tlcdeaf.org for information on how to apply -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Social Worker/ Clinician ((LCSW or LSW) ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services West Trenton, NJ Inspired Care Begins with St. Joseph's Healthcare At St. Joseph's Healthcare System, our inspiration comes from a tightly knit team of accomplished professionals that help give people in our care every opportunity to live life to the fullest. Through our commitment to support, technology and training, we think you will find one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences of your career. SOCIAL WORKER/CLINICIAN (LCSW or LSW) ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services * West Trenton, NJ As a key member of our ACCESS/Deaf Special Services team, you will work with deaf children and adolescents, as well as their families, to assess and develop treatment planning that will be utilized to help patients attain and reach their personal goals. Responsibilities include: .       Conducting various therapy modalities (individual, group, family) .       Developing and implementing treatment strategies .       Utilizing counseling techniques to engage clients in treatment .       Obtaining entitlements and linkages to community resources/services  for clients .        Completing comprehensive intake assessments and interpreting data to formulate diagnosis .       Documenting services provided to clients and maintaining medical records .       Participating in multi-disciplinary team meetings Along with the ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language, you should be a Graduate of an accredited Master's Degree Program in Social Work, Psychology or related field. Additionally, you should have a current New Jersey LCSW License, valid NJ Driver's License, and superior oral/written communication, planning and organizational skills. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. We offer a rewarding state-of-the-art environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package.  For immediate consideration, please email your resume (indicate LCSW in the subject line) to mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org, or apply online at www.jobs.stjosephshealth.org St. Joseph's Healthcare System Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Service Integration Program Manager - Deaf-Blind Services Program Manager State of Washington for full position descriptions Service Integration Program Manager http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-service-integration-program-manager/ Deaf-Blind Services Program Manager http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-blind-services-program-manager/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Open positions Learning Center for the Deaf & Walden School most jobs at Framingham, MA; some at Springfield, MA If you are interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, TLC application ( http://www.tlcdeaf.org ) as well as three professional references to mailto:HR@tlcdeaf.org Walden School Teacher (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-teacher-job/ Walden School Overnight CCW http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-child-care-worker/ Walden School Residential CCW http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-residential-child-care-worker/ Walden School Substitute Teacher http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-substitute-teacher/ Walden School Relief Worker http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-relief-worker/ Walden School Day CCW http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-day-child-care-worker/ Wraparound Intensive Care Coordinator (Springfield MA) http://deafdigest.com/wraparound-deaf-intensive-care-coordinator-springfield/ Wraparound Family Partner (Springfield MA) http://deafdigest.com/wraparound-deaf-family-partner-springfield/ Staff Interpreter http://deafdigest.com/staff-interpreter-position-learning-center-for-deaf/ Classroom Teacher (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-classroom-teacher-licensed/ Classroom Teacher Moderate to Severe Disabilities (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-classroom-teacher-moderate-severe-disabilities-licensed/ Classroom English Teacher (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-classroom-english-teacher-licensed/ Classroom Chemistry Teacher (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-classroom-chemistry-teacher-licensed/ Classroom Math Teacher (Licensed) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-classroom-math-teacher-licensed/ Substitute Classroom Teacher http://deafdigest.com/subtitute-teaching-jobs-learning-center-for-deaf/ Substitute Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/ Daycare Substitute Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-daycare-substitute-teacher/ Assistant Coach http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-assistant-coach-job/ Head Coach http://deafdigest.com/sports-coaching-jobs-learning-center-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructional/Support Faculty National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY Position Title Instructional/Support Faculty College/Division National Technical Institute for the Deaf Organization NTID Cultural & Creative Studies Faculty Type (Tenure Status) Non-Tenure-Track Lecturer Faculty Discipline Social Science Faculty Rank Lecturer Employment Category Fulltime Anticipated Start Date 15-Aug-2015 Department/College Description THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For" for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC. Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for "raising a family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as "Best Places to Live in America" by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine's ranking of metropolitan areas having the best "quality of life in the nation"; and is among Essence Magazine's "Top 10 Cities for Black Families." Detailed Job Description Please note-this is Temporary Position Teach three or four courses per semester in the broad areas of Deaf cultural studies, structure of American Sign Language and social sciences.  Participate in Institute service as time permits. We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values, honor code, and diversity commitment. Required Minimum Qualifications Doctoral or Masters degree in Deaf studies or relevant social sciences discipline and successful teaching experience.  Must enjoy working with undergraduates in a collaborative environment.  Proficiency in American Sign Language and strong knowledge of Deaf culture. Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences. Required Minimum Education Level MS, MA Required Application Documents Curriculum Vitae or Resume Cover Letter Statement of Diversity Contribution Statement of Teaching Philosophy How To Apply Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/579901 Search openings, then Keyword Search: 1473BR. Please submit: your curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and upload the following attachments: -A brief teaching philosophy -Statement of Diversity Contribution Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Additional Details RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- announcement of teaching position openings Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center (on Campus of Gallaudet University) Washington, DC for school year 2015-2016 MSSD: Science Math Social Studies English KDES: Elementary Early Childhood Education Social Studies (Middle School) Math (Middle School) English (Middle School) Science (Middle School) Application Information: Send a letter of interest, a completed Gallaudet University Application Form, an up-to-date resume, copies of licenses to teach (if you possess any), and three current, signed letters of recommendation (including one from current supervisor) email electronically to: Clerchr@gallaudet.edu Gallaudet University-KDES room 3108 800 Florida Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 202-250-2704 videophone-Hollie Fallstone, Human Resources Coordinator 202-651-5457 (FAX) Job employment application can be found at: http://www.gallaudet.edu/Documents/HRS/2015%20Employee%20Job%20Application1.pdf by clicking on Job application -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Teachers of the Deaf Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, Pittsburgh, PA and Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Clarks Summit, PA REPORTS TO:                     Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: Teachers are a 187-day exempt position. Responsibilities include appropriate academic work to their students, use appropriate communication techniques to assure clarity and accuracy of conveyed information, work with their department Principal in guiding parents toward identifying their child's strengths and weaknesses and in programming for them accordingly through the IEP process, attend in-service meetings and departmental meetings to participate in decision-making, to maintain current knowledge in the field, and to gain understanding of new techniques and methodologies in education, participate in curriculum development and curriculum revision projects, maintain records of grades, achievement, and discipline according to the needs of each assigned students, collaborates with other teachers to assure appropriate and dynamic programming for all students, work on extracurricular committees or projects and perform related work assignments as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance, Act 82. Valid PA Driver's License required. Teachers of the Deaf are preferred to enter a master's level with some experience.  The minimum requirement for this position is a Bachelor's level degree with certification in Deaf Education.  PA Instructional I or II certification in Deaf Education required. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced".  The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". STARTING DATE:  2015-16 School Year (August 17, 2015) APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori L. Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Opening Rehabilitation Counselor / Rehab Counselor Trainee (RCD) Division of Rehabilitation Services Fishersville, Virginia Closing Date:    Open Until Filled The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) at the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services is currently seeking a motivated Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor RCD (Rehab Counselor for the Deaf) to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services,  which result in employment and enhanced independent living for persons with disabilities. Core case management services include guidance and counseling, training, physical/mental restoration, and job placement services. Caseloads consist of individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and a general caseload of adults / students with disabilities. This position is located in Fishersville, Virginia, which is in the Shenandoah Valley and is 15 minutes from the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind.  For more information on the area, review the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association website http://www.visitshenandoah.org/ The agency has the option of filling this job at the Counselor I (Trainee) level if fully qualified applicants are interviewed and not selected. The minimum salary for a Counselor I (Trainee) is $28,782-54,653. The minimum salary for a Counselor II (fully qualified) is $37,047-70,801. To review the position and apply, visit the website https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services positions in various Pennsylvania locations PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Our environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support with a staff population that is 85% Deaf or Hard of Hearing. As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community, PAHrtners is rapidly growing with the creation of new programs and expansion of our existing programs. 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. To apply for any of the positions posted, please send your letter of intent and resume to: Bernadette Class, Office Manager PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:bclass@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301 PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions: Job Title:                Program Assistant Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time position Description:                   This position provides support to the staff psychiatrist's in completing all necessary regulation reports, managing the staff psychiatrist's schedules, helping to coordinate appointments with other departments, tracking annual evaluations and medication consents for our members, communicating with pharmacies, and other miscellaneous administrative tasks. Qualifications:               A high school diploma with a minimum of one year of experience in administration in the human services field.  Must have: strong writing skills, organizational and time management skills; computer proficiency in MS word and excel; fluency in ASL and ability to work as a team. Job Title:                Therapist/Psychosocial Rehabilitation Counselor Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time position Description:                   This position provides individualized supportive counseling, group therapy and psycho-educational sessions designed to promote skill building and wellness maintenance. Qualifications:               BA in Psychology, Counseling or any other human services field; must have two years' experience with individuals with behavioral health needs and/or intellectual disabilities, including treatment planning and progress notes; advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and able to work in a team environment.  Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus! Job Title:                Case Managers Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time positions Description:                   This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside in the community and in our residential programs. Duties: assess service needs of individuals to ensure continuum of care; develop service plans; provide independent living skills instructions; advocate for access to public and private programs such as medical and vocational services. Qualifications:               BA/BS degree in a human services field preferred; or high school diploma + 12 credit hours in social science with two years' behavioral health direct care experience. Must have strong organizational skills, fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel to various areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus; must have a valid driver's license.  Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus! Job Title:                Assistant Vice President - PAHrtners West Location:                 Moon Township Employee Type:            Full time position - This is a senior level management position Description:                   The Assistant Vice President provides administrative, operational, financial and programmatic leadership for the Pittsburgh sites of PAHrtners.  Under the direction of the Vice President for Residential services, The Assistant Vice President is responsible for the overall supervision and management of operations and personnel, expansion of services provided in the region, quality of service and financial stability within the region.  This includes provision of direct services to consumers, maintenance of all licensing regulations, oversight of program budgets, supervision and daily support to direct care staff and management level employees, maintenance of communication and relationships with outside service providers and families, involvement with the clinical team, completion of monthly and residential reports, and participation on agency committees. Qualifications:               Master's Degree preferred.  Qualified BA degree applicants will be considered.  Seven years' experience in the mental health field.  Four years' experience in a management/supervisory role.  Candidate must have strong leadership, administrative and communication skills, both in person and in writing.  Fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Job Title:                Residential Counselor for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Location:                 Pittsburgh, PA Employee Type:            Various positions available Description:                   This position provides direct client services, including:  encouraging client independence, assisting in daily living skills training and aiding in community integration. Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver's license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Job Title:                   Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities & Behavioral Health needs Location:                    Glenside, PA Employee Type:               Full time, part time or Flex available Description:                   This position provides direct client services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in daily living skills training and aiding in community integration. Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in our residences; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver's license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Job Title:                    Administrative Assistant Location:                     Glenside, PA Employee Type:                Full time positions Description:                   This position provides administrative support to all programs.  Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and VP calls; responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage calendars, coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track supplies and handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and assist wherever and whenever possible. Qualifications:               Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years' administrative assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and excel.  AA degree preferred.  Must possess strong writing and proofreading skills and excellent organizational skills.  Fluency in American Sign Language strongly preferred.