DeafDigest Blue - December 12, 2010
Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor
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Last week's ASL Videos:
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- Dedication
DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Thomas C. Sprinkle,
Santa Clara, CA, who departed us.
He had an interesting background - an oral school graduate
who taught at California School for the Deaf at Fremont;
a civil engineer who became a teacher; an East Coast person
who became a West Coast person; a world traveler; member of
a list of national organizations of the deaf.
Said a friend:
Tom Sprinkle was a huge part of the American Association
of the Deaf & Blind
- Hot Newspaper stories during the week:
urging support for the deaf in Jamaica
http://deafdigest.com/gallimore/
a deaf man taking orders at a deli counter
http://deafdigest.com/erskine/
- Very Hot News
Barry Critchfield's last day on the job as
executive director of Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is December 31st.
He has accepted a new position as Director of Deaf Services with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
in Atlanta
He said:
My professional career has been in the field of Mental Health, and I am excited to be moving back into this area where I feel I may be able to
make a difference in the lives of Deaf people who have serious mental health problems, substance abuse challenges or developmental disabilities.
- Sunday December 5th
About 20 percent of the American population has
a disability
Says who?
the Census Bureau
And they are also saying that over 80 percent of
businesses do not know how to hire, nor deal with
a disabled employee.
Of course, the deaf part of these percentages
- Monday December 6th
How bad are NASCAR races as far as noise levels
are concerned?
Very bad, according to John Howard of the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
Not just the drivers and pit crews are being
exposed to constant noise, but so are the fans.
They all risk deafness.
- Tuesday December 7th
The US News ran a piece on best careers in 2011.
One of the best careers is Special Education
teacher. Teaching the deaf was included as part of
Special Education
- Wednesday December 8th
Deaf people cannot hear sirens.
But there is a special device that could help the deaf
"hear" the siren.
It is the heavy base speaker, a sub-woofer in police cars
and ambulances that would "vibrate" the cars to alert
them to the sirens.
This information was broadcast on a Houston news program.
Unfortunately, the Houston police department is not
interested in buying these devices.
Yes, it is not just the deaf, but also the hearing
that would know when their cars vibrate that there
is a siren.
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(Thursday-Saturday Hot Deaf News will be in the Gold edition)
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Deaf Miscellaneous stuff:
The Veditz Center, in Colorado, will need to find a new
director, if it wishes to reach its dream of becoming
a non-profit Deaf Community Center.
The founder, Justin Buckhold, has left the Center to
pursue other options.
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DEBATE AMONG DEAF FILMMAKERS
We have many deaf people involved with filmmaking.
And there is an interesting debate with them.
Some deaf filmmakers want to make film about
Deaf Culture. Some deaf filmmakers want to make
film about the hearing world.
One deaf film maker said "it is important to make
a film, involving deaf actors, that is not about
the deaf"
Who is right?
- for ASL News version, please click on the arrow at:
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A LUCKY THEATER
Few years ago, there was a Spanish-speaking
play in Florida for the hearing people.
That play had English captions on a screen
near the front of the stage.
A deaf person told his deaf friends about
the "captioned play" - many of his friends
came to the play. They loved the play, even
though it was about the hearing, not about the
deaf.
The theater group made a lot of money, and
the theater manager was happy about it.
- for ASL News version, please click on the arrow at:
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PLENTY OF THIEVES TARGETTING THE ON-LINE DEAF COMMUNITY
Every day DeafDigest editor gets emails from the "deaf" promising easy riches.
These emails are spam. The rules are:
rule #1
don't open the email if it is from a stranger and the header looks fishy
rule #2
if there are easy money promises, it is 100 percent
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Follow these rules and you will sleep comfortably
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THE POWER OF CONTACTS
A hearing acquaintance of DeafDigest editor
was about to lose his job because his company
lost the contract. He was a long time veteran
in the industry and made many contacts everywhere. And among these contacts, he continued
to stay in touch with them on a regular basis.
One of these contacts came to him with the
best Christmas gift ever - a job offer.
What about the deaf subcontractors? Do they
stay in touch with their hearing peers at
previous subcontracting jobs?
DeafDigest editor knows only of just one
deaf subcontractor, who worked in the field
for some 40 years, and was continually
able to get new jobs and new contracts. He
never lost track of his contacts and was
always touching bases with them.
The power of the contacts, that is.
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WHAT IS GOING ON IN MICHIGAN?
Amid much pushing and shouting for the state to sell off the
Michigan School for the Deaf campus and to spend $36 million to
build two "state-of-the-art" schools, the governor won't sign
the bill even though he was in favor of it.
The bill contained language that the governor found to be
contradictory.
In Washington, DC the house and the senate, in mark up
sessions, work out the differences between two versions of
a bill - before it goes to the president for his signature.
Are things supposed to be that different in Michigan?
OPERA SINGERS AND ASL INTERPRETERS
Opera songs come in different languages like Italian,
Greek, Latin, etc.
These opera singers do not always know these languages
fluently in order to sing beautifully. These songs are
already scripted for them.
Not always that so for inexperienced interpreters,
attempting to sign an opera song!
A COMMOTION AND IGNORING THE DEAF
A deaf person is employed at a workplace that is
friendly. Everyone likes that deaf person.
One day recently, there was a commotion outside
of the workplace building. Employees rushed to the
window, and were yelling for others to come, too.
It was an automobile accident that just took
place.
Everyone was gesticulating about that automobile
accident.
What about the deaf person? Of course, everyone
ignored him.
The deaf person got wise to the commotion and walked
to the window to see what happened.
Discrimination against the deaf?
WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE?
being asked:
Do you abbreviate what the speaker said because I noticed you do not sign everything>
if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please
mailto:barry@deafdigest.com
COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series
A question that I often hear is: "Who hired you to be here?"
What they are really usually asking is: "Who is paying you?"
Some people think that the users or consumers of our services have to
pay for a CART provider to be present at an event. However, usually
a college, university, court, company, or agency will hire the CART
provider because they are required to provide accommodations or equal
access under the law.
There are a number of laws that govern accessibility for people with
a hearing loss, including the American with Disabilities Act (ADA),
the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Some people with a hearing loss think that they could not use the
services of a CART provider because they could not afford to pay for
them. But most public and many private entities are obligated to
provide communication access. These include places of employment,
public and private educational institutions, and performances and
events open to the public.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the services of a CART
provider, you may want to investigate your rights to equal access
under the law.
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DEAF POLITICAL AWARENESS
Q. Why cannot we, the deaf as a voting bloc, exhibit our clout
at the polling place?
A. Because we are too fragmented and do not agree on too many
different issues (oral vs ASL, mainstream vs state schools, etc)
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What: A national study for counselors who serve the Deaf funded by
AHRQ
Why: Counseling and behavioral health services for persons who
are Deaf, Deaf-blind or hard of hearing are scarce, and many
individuals are underserved. We hope to learn and share the results
with all who provide counseling services across the nation
If you are a counselor please take the time to complete the survey or
if you know counselors in your region who work with this population
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The questionnaire takes about 30 minutes to complete. After completing
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Hot DeafNews boring, but important!
Are we seeing a captioning paradox as far as 3D
is concerned?
According to José M. Salgado, president and CEO,
SoftNI, there is little, if any, demand by the
deaf for 3D captions!
He said he does not want to invest money in
captioning development if the deaf do not want it.
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The Deaf and the Law:
A deaf woman was arrested for resisting police.
The Deaf Community is upset because she could
not hear the police office yelling at her and
thought she was ignoring him.
The full story is at:
http://deafdigest.com/smith/
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News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago:
When Phil Bravin was president of National Captioning Institute
his goal was 100 percent captioning of all TV programs. It has not
happened yet - but perhaps it is happening in Canada, thanks to
Henry Vlug.
The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal has ordered the CBC to provide
100 percent closed captioning on all of its TV programs ASAP.
The CBC screamed "undue financial hardship" but the Human
Rights Commission wouldn't buy that argument.
By a coincidence, both Vlug and Bravin were Gallaudet classmates.
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News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago:
We have heard of jokes of people getting angry
at their TV set or at their computer and then
tossing the stuff out through the window.
In the case of Charles Carver, Biloxi,
Mississippi, it was not a laughing matter. He was
disgusted at the lack of captioning of a special
2-hour program on Hurricane Katrina. While he did
not throw the TV set out of the window, he simply
dumped the set outside in his front lawn.
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Deaf Apocalypse of the Week:
What is going on?
Professors at Deaf Education programs at some colleges
have privately told DeafDigest editor that enrollment
and interest in teaching the deaf has dwindled during
past two decades.
Yet we are seeing this story in usnews.com that
Special Education, which includes deaf education,
is one of these 50 best careers come year 2011?
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A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say?
from a DeafDigest subscriber -
A friend was showing me her early Christmas present, a male kitten
I asked her the name of her kitten and she said, "Siamese".
I said, "yeah, it's a Siamese but what's his name?"
She said "Simon".
Oh...
if you have lipreading tales, please share these with
mailto:barry@deafdigest.com
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DeafBook of the Week
The Challenge of Educating Together
Deaf and Hearing Youth
Making Mainstreaming work
Paul C Higgins
Charles C Thomas publishing
1990
DeafDigest editor has many deaf-related book in his
private home library. Some books are still in print;
some books are out of print. Some books are old;
some books are recent.
Happy reading !
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skill in developing, implementing and/or planning activities for
residential students.
- POSITION: Classroom Teacher, Walden School
DEFINITION:
The classroom teacher is responsible for providing quality
educational service to Walden School students. This includes
planning creative lessons and classes that satisfy IEP goals,
maintaining a classroom environment that fosters learning, and
implementing behavior or treatment plans as they apply to the
classroom setting.
REQUIREMENTS:
Masters Degree in Education/Deaf Education
Massachusetts State Certification (or certification from a Reciprocal
state)
2 - 4 years teaching experience in an elementary or secondary
classroom
A second language fluency in ASL
Verbal and written communication skills are at sufficient level to
ensure effective communication
Expertise in child/adolescent mental health
Interpersonal skills developed to a level which will allow the smooth
cooperation at all levels within the agency
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be physically able to perform all duties of the job including
restraining assaultive students when necessary, pursuing running
students, and participating in sports and recreation activities with
students. Job may also include prolonged standing, frequently
lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping,
twisting, reaching above shoulder level as well as reacting quickly
to minimize escalating behavioral outbursts.
- Position: Classroom Teacher
Definition:
Classroom teachers create, with the students, a community of learners
where students feel respected and honored. Teachers set instructional
objectives, design and prepare instruction and plan and implement
various supportive activities that meet age appropriate emotional,
physical and instructional needs of students. Teachers communicate
learning goals and high standards and expectations to students.
Teachers build positive relationships with parents and colleagues, in
order to enhance each student's ability to learn effectively.
Requirements:
- MA degree in Deaf Education preferred
- ASL fluency
- Written language competency
- Licensed or able to be licensed by Massachusetts DESE
- Ability to work effectively as part of an
educational team
- POSITION: Child Care Worker - Day and Residential Residential
DEFINITION:
Responsible for implementing treatment plans and for the direct care
and safety of the children residing at Walden School.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training or degree in Human Service Field
Understanding of mental health and children's issues
1 to 2 years in direct child care experience
A second language fluency in ASL
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be physically able to perform all duties of the job including
restraining assaultive students when necessary, pursuing running
students, and participating in sports and recreation activities with
students. Job may also include prolonged standing, frequently
lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping,
twisting, reaching above shoulder level as well as reacting quickly
to minimize escalating behavioral outbursts.
- Position: Wraparound Family Partner (Part-Time)
Definition:
The Family Partner works in the community support Wraparound program,
a specialized agency within the statewide Child Behavioral Health
Initiative. She/he is responsible for support and advocacy to
parents/caregivers, providing some direct services and helping
families identify strengths, needs and access to community resources.
Requirements:
Experience as a caregiver of a youth with emotional or behavioral
health needs. Bachelor's degree in a human service field is
preferred but experience working with youth with Serious Emotional
Disturbance and their families can substitute. ASL skills and
bicultural competency are required. The Family Partner must be able
to work collaboratively with a team and possess effective
interpersonal and communication skills. Time flexibility and some
availability during evening/weekend hours are required as well as a
valid Massachusetts drivers' license.
- Position: Overnight Residential Counselor (Female Dorm)
Definition:
Residential Counselor will provide surveillance over a group of
students in a residential setting just before, during and after
sleeping periods until the first class begins or staff coverage.
He/she may also monitor all residential activities, which support
their residential students' social, physical, intellectual,
communication and emotional development.
Requirements:
BA/BS degree in Human Services or equivalent preferred. High School
diploma with 2 years of experience in residential setting may be
equivalent. Fluent in American Sign Language. Ability to communicate
and work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of issues and
priorities important to the students' needs in residential program
preferred. Competency in Microsoft Office software programs.
Willingness to work a varied schedule. MA Driver License must be
secured and in good standing.
- Position: Educational Audiologist
Definition:
Provide comprehensive audiological services to TLC students at the
Framingham and Randolph campuses.
Requirements:
A degree in audiology (Masters, AuD), experience as a pediatric
audiologist and licensure from the Board of Registration of
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. CCC-A is preferred.
Prior experience with Deaf and hard of hearing children is preferred.
American Sign Language (ASL) knowledge or a willingness to improve
skills.
For ALL Positions:
Please visit our website http://(www.tlcdeaf.org for more information.
If interested in applying please send resume to:
Cristin Houlihan
Personnel Assistant
The Learning Center for the Deaf
848 Central Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-879-5110 ext. 306
508-875-3355 (fax)
http://www.tlcdeaf.org (apply online)
mailto:cristin_houlihan@tlcdeaf.org
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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! -
* Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima
* Job Developer/Interpreter - Crenshaw
* Community Interpreter - Los Angeles
* Job Developer/Interpreter - Santa Ana
* Program Assistant/Interpreter & Quality Management Assistant - Los Angeles
* Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim
* Placement Coordinator - Anaheim
* Outreach Coordinator - Bakersfield
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 Specialist
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
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seeking individuals
Residential Care
Tucson Residence Foundation
Tucson, Arizona
T.R.F. is seeking individuals for Full-time & Part-time positions providing direct care to individuals with developmental & hearing disabilities. American Sign Language knowledge preferred but not required. Must be 21 years of age and have a high school diploma/ GED. Evening & weekend hours avail. EOE.
Starting wage - $8.50 - $8.76/hr
Paid training for new employees
Benefits at 90 days
Apply at: Tucson Residence Foundation 115 S. Sherwood Village Dr.
Tucson, AZ
Mon. - Fri. 8:30a - 4:30p e-mail: mailto:c_winkler@qwestoffice.net
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POTHOS Inc employment posting
email resumes to: mailto:chiefbrink@pothos.us
One Position in Northern CA
Position title: California Relay Service Outreach Coordinator
Position summary: This full-time position at POTHOS is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone for California Relay Service (CRS) for our client Hamilton Relay.
Essential functions:
- Develops Annual Outreach Plan designed to promote California Relay Service; raising awareness and increasing the use of relay services.
- Plans and implements outreach activities and marketing programs that support the Outreach Plan.
- Designs, coordinates and conducts demonstrations and training programs on how to access and use California Relay services.
- Coordinates and delivers training programs about relay services for businesses, agencies and organizations.
- Delivers/conducts outreach activities/presentations focused on current and potential customers on all relay services using presentation skills, visual aids and written proposals.
- Works collaboratively with CPUC and DDTP to implement outreach activities throughout California.
- Participates in Outreach and California Relay Council meetings, scheduled Outreach activities and Marketing Summits.
Preferred experience and skills:
- Prior work experience with the user communities that can benefit from relay services
- Deaf - Senior - Hard of Hearing
- Excellent presentation skills
- Fluency in American Sign Language & Spanish.
- Knowledge/ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users.
- Direct work experience with Telecommunication Relay Service and/or knowledge of Captioned Telephone Relay Services.
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing individuals are encouraged to apply.
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