DeafDigest Blue - January 15, 2012 Blue Edition              Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; subscription at no cost to you Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 16th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/fast-deaf-news-in-old-days/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/odd-deaf-property-in-little-rock/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-pointing-finger-at-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hairstylist-and-hairstyling-magazines/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Waking up is Easier with Bellman & Symfon Alarm Clocks The Bellman & Symfon Alarm Clocks make waking up easier. With three models, Pro, Visit, and Classic, you can select the clock that is right for you. Find all three models at Harris Communications. 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Shirley Lee is a woman of a special distinction; she is the only deaf psychologist in Jamaica that counsels the deaf in need. She attended University of the West Indies to obtain her degree and her counseling credentials - despite no support services. She had to do a lot of reading on her own to make up for what she missed out in the classroom. She has been in practice since 2004. Hearing people learn a new language better when words are associated with gestures or with sign language. This is what associates at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Germany are saying. Recently a group of 20 hearing people took a 6-day crash course at the institute, learning new words, as helped by signs and gestures. - Very Hot News The Deaf Canadians have massed for a protest rally over the shutting down of the government-financed relay center. The trial basis service in operation for nearly two years in British Columbia and Alberta are being closed on January 15h. And the deaf people are not too happy about it. - Sunday January 8th Hopefully in that the rest of the nation will follow - the Maryland Court of Appeals ruled that Maryland must provide lawyers at bail hearings for defendants that cannot afford legal fees. For low income deaf defendants, this is good news. - Monday January 9th Evelyn Glennie, a deaf woman, who is the most famous percussionist, is becoming an actor! She is taking part in a 3-D movie which focuses on the science of sound. In that announcement, nothing was said about the movie being captioned. Hope it will. - Tuesday January 10th Greece, financially broke, is cutting funds in the national welfare system, making vulnerable, the deaf that depended on subsidies for years. - Wednesday January 11th Deaf people in China actually dread going out and shopping for stuff. A big reason for it is rudeness from the clerks and retailers. They just do not like to communicate with the deaf. This story was written up in China Daily. - Deaf Miscellaneous stuff The Better Hearing Institute has issued a warning - do not buy over-the-counter one-size-fits-all hearing aids; instead, go to certified hearing aid professionals. ..... (Thursday-Saturday Hot Deaf News will be in the Gold edition) .............................................................. .............................................................. 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) .............................................................. .............................................................. 20% OFF SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK! What's your New Years resolution? If the answer is being on time then you've come to the right place! Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 20% off in January! 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No culture is better than other; we must accept different cultures - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-pointing-finger-at-deaf/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ..................................................... ..................................................... 51st Biennial NAD Conference Louisville, KY July 3-7, 2012 more information at: http://deafdigest.com/national-association-of-the-deaf-conference/ ..................................................... ..................................................... THE DEAF HAIRSTYLIST'S BEST FRIEND We have a few deaf hairstylists. Some of them are great and earn a lot of money in tips from happy customers. For one deaf hairstylist, what is her best friend? Is it an interpreter? No. Is it deaf customers? No. Is it a boss that is easy to read lips? No. The best friend is the hairstyling magazines. She would show the magazine to the hearing customers and ask them to point to the picture of the hairstyle they want! This is communication in pictures. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hairstylist-and-hairstyling-magazines/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) COULD DEAF OWNED BUSINESSES AVOID THE FINANCIAL NETWORK? There was a posting on a blog - which suggested that deaf owned businesses band together to create their own deaf-only financial network, thus bypassing the conventional financial network. Barter was pointed out as an example that deaf owned business could do. Example is that a deaf owned barber shop can cut hair of a deaf businessman, and in exchange get his car fixed at no charge - an even-up trade. Well, DeafDigest ran a post way back in 1998. It said: A deaf business owner said he made a few bartering deals, but his accountant put a stop to it, saying value of trade must be translated into actual dollars. OSL AND OUR ASL What is OSL? It is the Occupiers Sign Language, that grew out of these Occupy movements that swept USA in past months. Two examples of OSL: - arms X-crossed in front means to physically oppose - waving hands means the same as ours - applauding There may be a few others. A FRANCHISE CRITERIA IN MALAYSIA Last week's DeafDigest mentioned a deaf-owned, all-deaf, and deaf-operated cafe in Malaysia. The parent company chairperson, which helps franchise the local cafe outlets said: One of our criteria is that the franchise owner must be deaf. A limit of one outlet to one owner is another condition, and all outlets have to be run by the owners themselves. You tell me, which franchise concept puts down such restrictions? Great and interesting - but just one question - why a limit of one outlet per owner? 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WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? said a classroom interpreter: I wish more deaf students would stand up and demand their full rights as classroom students. Many mainstreamed students don't fight for their rights and I hate that if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series "There were a lot of mistakes in the captioning of a television program I watched.  Should I make a complaint about it?" One of the first things you need to consider when evaluating captioning on television is if it is realtime captioning, meaning it is being done "live," or if it is offline or post-production captioning, meaning that the program is prerecorded. If the program is prerecorded, the captioning should be close to 99.9% correct.  If you are watching a prerecorded television show and you see mistakes in the captioning, please contact your cable or satellite TV service and/or the television station directly.  In order to get better quality captioning, we have to let the people who are responsible know that someone is watching the captioning and that the quality of the captioning is important to us. If the program is being broadcast "live" and the captioning is being done in realtime, a few mistakes are to be expected.  Even the very best captioners make some mistakes.  However, if there are many mistakes or if it is hard to understand the captioning because of numerous inaccuracies, it is also important that you contact the service provider. Sometimes we just change the channel when we are watching poor captioning.  If we do not make a complaint, the people in charge may not know that they are losing viewers because of bad captioning.  It is important that caption viewers become advocates for better quality captioning. A FULLY ACCESSIBLE MEDICARE VIDEO WITH INFORMATION What is Medicare all about and what is it to us, the deaf? Do visit the video below: http://www.medicare.gov/multilanguage.aspx Just click on American Sign Language and then click on the CC symbol. A friendly warning - it is 27 minutes long! .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. JAFFE VS MATALIN - A LIPREADING MYSTERY Mr. Jaffe (forgot his first name) taught math at the high school (no interpreters) that DeafDigest editor attended as a teenager. Jaffe was so easy to lipread. His lip movements were natural and he used the same lip movements no matter if he was talking to a hearing person or to a deaf person. It was as if he was teaching a class of deaf kids at 47 School for the Deaf, an oral school in New York City. These teachers altered their lip movements to accommodate the deaf. But away from the deaf, they spoke with different lip movements. Not Jaffe, his movements were the same. Now let us talk about Mary Matalin (she of the famous Matalin-James Carville political marriage). She is a featured speaker on some TV talk shows. Lipreading her is an exercise in torture. She just does not move her lips at all. Why are some hearing people so easy to lipread? Why are many hearing people so impossible to lipread? Always a mystery! (next week: Part 2) .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 .............................................................. .............................................................. The Deaf and the Law: The Holistic Candlers and Consumers Association cannot say that candles can treat deafness. The Food and Drug Administration to them they cannot use that claim in their ads. The Holistic people filed a lawsuit and lost. ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: A victory or a defeat? It is being debated on heels of the recent Supreme Court ruling narrowing the role employers could deal with employees afflicted with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Some are saying it is a win for the employers and employees. Others say it is a defeat for both employers and employees! Well, how would this apply to sign language interpreters that suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This question was asked of a veteran administrator of programs for the deaf - and the answer was "do not really know." ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Katie Fullum, who is deaf, plays basketball for North Gwinnett HS team in Georgia. Implanted with a CI, she stopped using this device during basketball practice and games, saying it interfered with play on the floor. What did the newspapers have to say about her not using the CI while playing basketball? The headline said: Sound not necessary for Katie Fullem ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Many deaf people live in the Washington, DC area. Many hearing people know that Gallaudet is located in Washington, DC When a hearing person bumps into a deaf person, he may make this assumption that he is a Gallaudetian. Not always correct. Many NTID graduates live in the area. Also many deaf graduates of hearing colleges live in the area. Washington, DC is where good jobs for the deaf can be found. .... A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? A friend told me: Happy quit smoking cold turkey a month ago Happy? Who? A friend again said the same thing: Happy I then realized friend was saying Abby, not Happy -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- faculty position opening Department:     Deaf Studies Rank:  Assistant/Associate Professor (Two Tenure-Track Positions) California State University, Northridge Northridge, California 91330 Effective Date of Appointment:   August 2012 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Salary:  Dependent on Qualifications Qualifications:   Earned doctorate in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, American Sign Language (ASL), or closely related field of study.  ABD candidates will be considered, but doctorate must be completed by the time of appointment (August 2012).  General knowledge of linguistic principles of ASL and an understanding of sign language interpreting processes with ASL as the foundation.  Possess strong and effective teaching methods in various aspects of ASL and/or related courses in Deaf Studies.  Extensive knowledge of Deaf Culture and the Deaf community.  Evidence of successful teaching experience at the college level.  Demonstrated evidence of recent scholarly publications or equivalencies and activities or evidence of potential for such scholarly accomplishments.  Ability to interact effectively with both Deaf and hearing people.  Evidence of positive relationships and collegiality with university students, staff, and colleagues.  Evidence of participation in ASL/Deaf Studies and Deaf community organizations on local, state, and national levels.  Commitment to the Deaf bilingual/bicultural experience and its foundation in basic human rights.  Native/native-like fluency in ASL.  Basic understanding of curriculum development.   Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population. CSUN is a Learning Centered University.  The successful candidate will be expected to join faculty and staff in a commitment to active learning, to the assessment of learning outcomes, and to multiple pathways that enable students to graduate. At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States. Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire. Responsibilities:  Teach American Sign Language and Deaf Studies content courses.  The standard teaching load is twelve (12) units per semester (plus committee assignments).  A reduced load will be assigned during the first year of teaching.  The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department (including curriculum and program development); engage in scholarship and community service and to remain current in their field; serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees, and to participate in other service as needed. Application Process:  Applicants should submit:  (1) a letter of application that includes statements of teaching and research interests, (2) a current curriculum vitae that includes educational background, prior teaching experience, and evidence of scholarship and/or related professional experience, (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness/potential (including sample syllabi and summaries of student evaluations, if available), (4) photocopies of all earned degrees and certificates, and (5) the names and contact information of at least three professional references. Application Deadline: Screening to begin on February 24, 2012. Position to remain open until filled. Inquiries and nominations should be addressed to: Flavia S. Fleischer, Chair Department of Deaf Studies California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff Street Northridge, California 91330-8265 General Information: California State University, Northridge, one of the largest of the 23 campuses of The California State University system, is located twenty-five miles northwest of central Los Angeles in the San Fernando Valley, a suburb with a multi-ethnic population of over one million people. The University enrolls approximately 35,000 students (27,000 FTEs) from diverse ethnic backgrounds, served by 4,000 faculty. Nine Colleges offer baccalaureate degrees in 70 degree programs, master's degrees in 58 graduate degree programs, 1 doctorate graduate program and 55 teaching credentials in the field of education, and various opportunities in extended learning and other special programs. For more information about the University, check our website: http://www.csun.edu/ In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available on-line at http://www-admn.csun.edu/police/clery-report-2009.pdf Print copies are available in the library and by request from the Office of Public Safety and the Office of Faculty Affairs. Applicants who wish to request accommodations for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity, (818) 677-2077. The university is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, gender, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran status. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (revised posting) position opening Agency Director Community Outreach Program for the Deaf Albuquerque, NM Our Agency Director will manage all aspects of COPD - New Mexico to include budget development, staff management, policy development, contract/license compliance, grant/contract proposal development and property/lease management.  This individual will ensure continual quality services to the local community by working with the interpreting community, Deaf community and funding partners. This is a mission oriented position; the individual will have a clear sense of personal direction and the mission of our corporation and COPD. We require significant professional/technical experience, a command of budgeting and contract management, a Master's in Rehabilitation, Business, Public Administration, Social Science, Social Work or Education. You should have five years progressive experience supervising and managing a community service program plus fluency in American Sign Language. Salary is $19.50 - $30.23 depending on experience and educational background plus excellent benefits. Apply: Please see our detailed job posting, requirements, and qualifications on our website: http://www.ccc-soaz.org Resume to: Community Outreach Program for the Deaf, Attn:  Anne Levy, 10601 Lomas NE, STE 115, Albuquerque, New Mexico  87112 Or email mailto:scotty@copdaz.org or faxed to 505-255-8029. No agencies please. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Vocational Program Director Community Outreach Program for the Deaf Tucson, AZ Enjoy a rewarding career working with the Deaf, Deaf/Blind, and Hard of Hearing population in beautiful, sunny southern Arizona! Our Vocational Director will supervise and direct COPD's Vocational/Placement Department in the areas of competitive placement, job site training, job placement services and contract maintenance. This individual oversees Ability One, WIA and VR placement services, develops training programs and placement options, markets program and ensures program compliance. We require a Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation, Education or related field, proficiency in American Sign Language, and experience with either employment services, rehabilitation work programs and/or mental health/deafness. Salary is $17.35 - $21.69 depending on experience and educational background plus excellent benefits. Apply: Please see our detailed job posting, requirements, and qualifications on our website: www.ccc-soaz.org Resume to: Community Outreach Program for the Deaf, Attn:  Human Resources Department, 268 West Adams Street, Tucson, AZ 85705. Email mailto:scotty@copdaz.org or fax to 520-770-8544. No agencies please. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 3 open positions Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Raleigh, NC - Deaf/Deaf Blind Services Manager http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4419-65014562 - Telecommunications Resources Program Manager http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4419-60043216 - Telecommunications Consultant http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4419-60043224 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Civil Rights Program Manager The Maine Center on Deafness Portland, ME The Maine Center on Deafness (MCD) is a nonprofit organization that serves people throughout Maine who are D/deaf, hard-of-hearing, late-deafened or speech-impaired by providing resources, advocating for social equality, and helping the general public to better understand and appreciate our constituents. life experience, culture, history, and civil rights issues.  MCD currently delivers programs in the areas of civil rights advocacy and legal services, adaptive equipment distribution and sales, communications and outreach for Maine's Relay Service, and other programs. MCD seeks an energetic and experienced civil rights advocate and/or attorney with program management experience to serve as manager of our Civil Rights Program.  We are looking for the right person for this position, whether an attorney or advocate.  Because we have a part-time attorney on staff already, attorney experience is a plus but not required. Similarly, ability to communicate in American Sign Language (.ASL.) is a plus, but not required.  We will consider applicants seeking either full- or part-time positions. The manager of the Civil Rights Program (CRP Manager) is responsible for ensuring that the Civil Rights Program meets the service delivery and reporting requirements of our funding grants/contracts, and is delivering high-quality legal and advocacy services.   The CRP Manager will meet personally with clients to deliver advocacy services; if an attorney, the CRP Manager will deliver legal services and represent the client in administrative and court proceedings.  The CRP Manager also leads interagency collaboration, grassroots activism/education efforts, and systemic advocacy at the Maine Legislature.  The CRP Manager is responsible for effectively managing and reporting quarterly and annually on program outcomes, including budget, staff, and grant/contract compliance.  This position reports directly to the Executive Director and contributes to the advancement of MCD.s mission and vision.  Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and skills. Applicants must possess excellent leadership, managerial, interpersonal, and written and communication skills.  Experience with civil rights issues in legislative and/or legal setting is a must.  Experience with ADA compliance, with civil rights law generally, and with special education law are greatly desired, as is experience with Maine's legislative process.  Familiarity with ASL, alternative communication modalities, D/deafness, Deaf Culture, and hearing loss is preferred.  Attorneys will be required to maintain an active Maine license. Applications will be considered until positions are filled.  D/deaf and hard of hearing, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Qualified candidates should send a resume, salary requirements, and cover letter to: Executive Director, Maine Center on Deafness, 68 Bishop Street, Suite #3, Portland ME 04103 or email to mailto:emoran@mcdmaine.org MCD is an EOE.  All applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, or gender orientation. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Legal Training Coordinator Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Boston, MA Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Seeks Legal Training Coordinator Responsibilities -  Teach (or arrange for instructors) 80 hours of training to interpreters from previously established curriculum. Administer 100 hours of legal mentorship. Qualifications - RID certified ASL interpreter (CI and CT or equivalent) and SC:L certification - Experience preparing ASL interpreters for RID¡Çs SC:L examination - Experience administering a program of similar scope View the RFR at the Comm-PASS website at http://www.comm-pass.com/ To access, click Solicitations ¢ªSearch for a Solicitation ¢ªKeyword: 12-05-MCD Deadline is December 23, 2011, 2:00pm. Address applications to Jane Sokol Shulman at mailto:Jane.Sokol.Shulman@massmail.state.ma.us -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Technical Sales Engineer, Large Accounts Purple Communications based in Rocklin, CA, but travel required To apply for this position with Purple Communications, please follow this link and apply through our Careers Page: http://www.purple.us/job-search.aspx?jobid=214634 About Purple Communications Purple Communications is one of the nation's largest providers of communication services for the deaf, hard of hearing, and speech-disabled communities. As a leading provider of onsite interpreting services, video relay and text relay services, and video remote interpreting, the Company delivers a wide array of options designed to meet the varied communication needs of its customers. Purple Communications. vision is to improve the quality of life of its customers by being their premier provider of high quality, innovative communication services that break down communications barriers. Job Description Technical Sales Engineer, Large Accounts Technical Sales Engineer, Large Accounts combines technical knowledge with sales skills to provide support on a range of products/services to our clients that are deaf organizations of all sizes. The Sales Engineer will be interacting with the Clients. Operation, HR, and Technical teams. The emphasis of the work varies depending on the level of technical knowledge needed to sell a particular product/service. Technical sales engineers are a key point of contact for our large accounts providing services to organizations in which there are  multiple deaf and hard of hearing users  like Universities and educational institutions. The ideal Technical Sales Engineer will provide both pre- and post- sales support. They will drive the technical implementation as a project manager. They liaise regularly with other member of the sales team and colleagues from a range of departments such as Information Technology, Research/ Development, and Quality Assurance. Fluency in American Sign Language is a requirement for this role. Typical Work activities Tasks typically involve: -    Searching for new clients who might benefit from Purple's products and services -    Develop long term relationships with clients through managing and interpreting their requirements -    Create manage and drive tasks on project implementation -    Providing pre-sales technical assistance, product education, and post-sales support services -    Preparing reports for management -    Meeting regular sales targets and coordinating sales projects -    Support marketing activities by attending trade shows, conferences and other marketing events -    Making technical presentations and demonstrating how a product meets client's needs -    Liaising with other members of the sales team and other technical experts -    Providing training and producing support material for other members of the sales team Minimum Qualifications -    Effective communication, written and presentation skills -    Fluent in English and American Sign Language -    Ability to interact with people of varying communications levels, and modify language for audience needs. -    Able to prioritize the work in a multi-tasking environment -    Good team leading ability and managing additional technical resources for meeting the account needs -    Able to make effective presentations or demonstrations in time constrained situations -    Good knowledge of Microsoft Office -    Knowledge of voice and video technologies and protocols -    Knowledge of voice and video integrations -    Knowledge of standard corporate security practices -    Knowledge of TCP/UDP port allocation through corporate firewalls -    Knowledge and experience with network infrastructure device (i.e. cisco switches/routers/firewalls) -    Working knowledge of packet capturing applications (i.e. wireshark) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time: -    Sitting, standing and walking (95-100%) -    Keyboarding (40-60%) -    Viewing computer monitor, videophone, and pager requiring close vision -    May be required to set up booths at events, requiring balance and lifting up to 50 pounds. -    May lift or move boxes (up to 10 pounds) WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequent travel to company, customer and vendor sites, including some that are out of state is required. Education and Qualifications -     4+ years Sales Engineering experience -    CCNA (security or voice) . preferred TO APPLY for this position with Purple Communications, please follow this link and apply through our Careers Page: http://www.purple.us/job-search.aspx?jobid=214634 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- opening position Teacher, Career Academy & Transition Services American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT Temporary - March-June, 2012 PrintWorks CLOSING DATE:     Until filled. The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is located on a 54 acre campus in West Hartford, Connecticut.  The program is a comprehensive center-based and community-based educational program serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students from preschool through high school Under the supervision of the Jr.Sr. High school and CATS principal, instructs students in PrintWorks, to include Academics, Deaf with Special Needs (DSN)  PACES students and Adult Vocational Students. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Associates Degree.  Prefer Bachelors Degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, or Vocational Area with ability to secure State of CT Voc-Tech Teacher Certification (098 Endorsement).  Background or work experience in graphic design and printing preferred.  Excellent skills in American Sign Language. Ability to work in a collaborative setting.  Ability to work flexible hours when needed. SALARY AND BENEFITS Compensation range based on school's salary scales. (b)  Retirement, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits are available. HOW TO APPLY Visit our website   http://www.asd-1817.org   to review the entire job description and download an application.   Send all applications and resumes to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT  06107-1269 FAX (860) 570-1832 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Program Director Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA Status:        Full-time, Regular, Exempt Reports to:      Vice President of Educational Service Lines Position Summary The Program Director will supervise and monitor the day to day operations of the residential and education services provided at the Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf.  They are responsible for the supervision of service delivery, staff, adherence to internal policy as well as external regulation and licensing requirements, sound fiscal operation, and communication and liaison with local community groups, schools, service agencies, and local state offices and courts of the county and stated. A.    To ensure overall program direction and oversight to program operations, the Program Director will: 1.    Create and maintain systems for the documentation of all educational activities and uphold the confidentiality of all program records and files; 2.    Ensure that all program activities and staff practices are in compliance with the regulation and in keeping with Department of Education, DPW and Pressley Ridge policy, values, and standards of professional and ethical conduct; 3.    Develop and oversee a safety program that addresses the safety and well-being of staff and consumers in all activities and environments in which we work. B.    To ensure solvency through adherence to the PRESSLEY RIDGE budgetary process, maximizing staff productivity and system efficiencies, and effectively using agency resources in pursuit of program goals, the Program Director will: 1.    Develop, implement and live within the program budget; 2.    Manage buildings and grounds, vehicles and equipment, and PRESSLEY RIDGE property and supplies in keeping with PRESSLEY RIDGE standards: 3.    Develop and manage systems for the efficient utilization of workforce by establishing staffing patterns, job designs, work schedules, and performance and productivity standards in keeping with PRESSLEY RIDGE values and standards; 4.    Oversee the development of educational costs and revenues, (per diems, etc.); 5.    Review and approve travel and receipt requests; 6.    Establish capital budget request. C.    To ensure the maintenance of a full complement of competent and committed staff/treatment parents to fulfill the mission of the program and agency, the Program Director will: 1.     Develop and implement effective strategies for recruitment, screening, selection and hiring of a diverse, qualified workforce; 2.    Develop and implement effective staff development strategies including targeted training, supervision, succession planning and professional development programs aimed at enhancing staff competence, satisfaction and retention; 3.    Maintain effective performance management and evaluation system to ensure accountability; 4.    Administer an appropriate and equitable compensation program consistent with agency practices and standards; 5.    Maintain or provide oversight for the maintenance of updated HR files on every staff. Essential Qualifications 1.    Education/Credentials/Licensure.  Master's Degree in Education, Special Education and supervisory certification required. 2.    Experience. a.    Minimum of five years of experience working with children with severe emotional and behavioral issues, b.    Working knowledge of the regulations and guidelines of Pennsylvania Department of Education, DPW, OMHSA as related to Approved Private School and Partial Hospital regulations c.    Knowledge and experience in working in an educational setting utilizing strength based approaches to interventions with seriously troubled youth and their families. d.    Understanding, commitment to and integration of the Pressley Ridge Values.  CASSP Principles and Re-Ed Program Directors e.    Ability to work with other disciplines as part of the team. f.    Knowledge of an a commitment to culturally competent service delivery 3.    Clearances.  Necessary State and FBI Clearances 4.    Pennsylvania Driver's License and safe driving record send application to: Phillip Novak Pressley Ridge 5500 Corporate Dr; Suite 400 Pittsburgh PA 15237 Phone:  (412) 872-9449 Fax: (412) 872-9469 mailto:pnovak@pressleyridge.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Mental Health Specialist Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services St. Cloud, MN $19.33 - $28.35 hourly / $40,361 - $59,195 annually Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others using your expertise in ASL, Deaf Culture, and mental health? We seek an enthusiastic and innovative clinician to provide mental health services to deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing adults coping with mental health issues in rural Minnesota.  These services will enable deaf clients to freely access culturally affirmative mental health services in their communities.  In addition to counseling individual deaf and hard-of-hearing clients, the Mental Health Specialist may also work with couples, families, and groups.  This position will work with a team of professional colleagues based at the DHHS Central Regional Office in St. Cloud and will travel across 20 area counties. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) division of the Minnesota Department of Human Services provides information, resources, and empowerment opportunities to assist Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing - as well as their families - to effectively access services in their local communities. The MN Department of Human Services is nationally recognized for our progressive leadership in human services. Our mission, working with many others, is to help people meet their basic needs, live in dignity, and achieve their highest potential. We dedicate our talents to serving diverse communities through health care and human services programs.  Make DHS the next step in your career! St. Cloud, Minnesota: St. Cloud is a great place to live and work offering both the conveniences and entertainment of a large metropolitan area as well as the laid-back life style and charm of a small town. Centrally located just an hour from the twin cities, St. Cloud provides the convenience of being near one the nation's greatest cities for fine dining and entertainment while also providing easy access to the beautiful lake country of Northern Minnesota. Minnesota is considered one of the top 10 healthiest and active places in the country. It has the most golf courses per capita in the country and is truly an outdoor paradise with over 12,000 lakes and beautiful forests. Housing is plentiful and affordable and the caliber of education and social services is among the highest in the nation. Qualifications: -    Intensive mental health training and counseling experience -    M.A. in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related Behavioral Health field -    Licensed or license-eligible for LPC, LPCC, LP, LICSW or LMFT in the state of Minnesota -    Knowledge of clinical/crisis interventions and psychiatric medications -    Ability to complete required reports, case files, and other paperwork duties in a timely manner -    Ability to multi-task and cope under stressful circumstances -    Resourcefulness and creativity required to develop client-related resources -    Excellent client advocacy and interpersonal skills -    Thorough knowledge of relevant professional codes of ethics and DSM-IV diagnoses -    Fluent in both ASL and English -    Fully competent in Deaf and hearing cross-cultures -    Willingness to perform some duties at remote work sites, involving some statewide travel Preferred Qualifications: -    Two years of professional experience -    Knowledge of the video technology used by deaf and hard-of-hearing people Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Minnesota offers excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage.  Other benefits include: -    Earn up to 29 paid vacation days per year -    Earn up to 13 sick days per year -    11 paid holidays -    Pension and retirement savings plan -    Life insurance (family coverage available) -    Long-term care insurance (spouse/parent coverage available) -    Short-term disability -    Long-term disability -    Pre-tax benefits -    Health care savings plan -    Scheduling flexibility -    Ongoing educational opportunities -    Credit union membership available Contact us!  We are glad to answer any questions you may have about this career opportunities.  Contact us for more information or submit your resume by email (please reference .Mental Health Specialist. in the subject line): Email: mailto:john.gournaris@state.mn.us DEADLINE TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME IS Friday December 16th, 2011. An EOE and Veteran Friendly Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening ASL Proficiency Evaluator, ASL Diagnostic and Evaluation Services Gallaudet University Washington, DC *Job Number:* HR-11096 *Salary Range:* $49,000-$87,900 Provides interviewing and rating in accordance with the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI); participates in the development, implementation, and administration of tools, protocol, and/or procedures used in a comprehensive multiple-measures evaluation system; conducts semi-annual re-ratings of taped interviews as part of a systematic reliability check; participates in periodic retraining in interview techniques and rating procedures; participates in other research activities to maintain the quality of the evaluation system; keeps abreast of trends and research in the field of first and second language teaching, learning, acquisition, and evaluation. *Requirements:* Master's degree in linguistics, ASL, 1st and/or 2nd language teaching and learning, bilingual education, or related field. A minimum three years experience in ASL instruction and/or evaluation. Experience with developing and/or using ASL assessment tests. Knowledge of the linguistic structure of ASL and English. Knowledge and experience working with individuals with diverse educational, language, and cultural backgrounds. Ability to use judgment and tact with regard to sensitive issues and confidential matter. Ability to work well as an active, contributing member of a team as well as ability to work independently and demonstrate self-reliance and self-initiative. Experience producing written reports, proposals, and other documents related to research, best practices, learning and evaluation. Ability to use various software programs for project and program efficiency. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in ASL and English. A proficiency level of 4+ or better on the ASLPI. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given one work related question and will answer that question in writing. This English writing sample will be provided to the Gallaudet University English Department for analysis and determination of skills level. to apply for this position, please visit: http://www.gallaudet.edu/hrs/employment_opportunities/apply_now.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Assistant/Associate Professor of American Sign Language Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX PhD in ASL, Deaf Education, Special Education, Linguistics or related field. In-depth knowledge of deaf culture, comparative linguistics, deafness, and communication issues. Native or near-native ASL speaker. ASLTA or Texas teaching in ASL certification. Five years experience in teaching American Sign Language (linguistic and communicative components) at post-secondary level. Experience using Vista Signing Naturally curriculum. Scholarly accomplishment/promise, publications, service required. Review begins immediately; interviews soon. Letter of interest, CV, referee list and 3 letters of recommendation, teaching philosophy, plan for ASL program development, teaching evaluations electronically to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2951  Questions to Dr. Debra D. Andrist, Chair of Foreign Languages, mailto:andrist@shsu.edu Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX. Sam Houston State University is an EOE/AA Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Lecturer of American Sign Language Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Lecturer position hired on a nine month basis to teach one to four sources per semester; hiring is based on student demand. MA/MS required in ASL, Deaf Education, Special Education, Linguistics or related field. In-depth knowledge of deaf culture, comparative linguistics, deafness, and communication issues. Native or near-native ASL speaker. ASLTA or Texas teaching in ASL certification. Five years experience in teaching American Sign Language (linguistic and communicative components) at post-secondary level. Experience using Vista Signing Naturally curriculum. Review begins immediately; interviews soon. Letter of interest, CV, referee list and 3 letters of recommendation, teaching philosophy, plan for ASL program development, teaching evaluations electronically to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2948 Questions to Dr. Debra D. Andrist, Chair of Foreign Languages, mailto:andrist@shsu.edu Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX. Sam Houston State University is an EOE/AA Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - - Director of LIFESIGNS - Los Angeles, CA - HIV Educator - Los Angeles, CA - Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA - Job Developer/Interpreter - Norwalk, 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/other-deaf-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-