DeafDigest Blue - August 17, 2014 Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; subscription at no cost to you Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 18th year-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/deafdigest1 Twitter @deafdigest subscription changes, go to deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow the screen weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/marthas-vineyard-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/describing-the-deaf/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-in-embassy/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/slow-deaf-golfers/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Popular DVDs on Sale at 20% off The Harris Communication Superstore is filled with hundreds of books and DVDs about sign language, deaf culture and coping with hearing loss. Now we have some of our most popular DVDs on sale at 20% off! Sale includes: - Bummy's Basic Parliamentary Workshop (DVD339) - A to Z: ABC Stories in ASL (DVD376) - Bragg on Bragg (DVD375) - Tomorrow Dad Will Still Be Deaf (DVD274) Find these titles and many more! Each is regularly $29.95, now only $23.96. Save $5.99! To see everything on sale, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB081714 or contact us: at mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always confidential -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Dedication: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Kathleen Ollerenshaw, a deaf British woman who departed us at the age of 101. She was one of British's leading mathematicians. Plus she served as Lord Mayor of Manchester and an advisor on education to Margaret Thatcher's government. She functioned as a hearing person and did not know British Sign Language. DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Edwin Kipkosgei Kipchumba who departed us. He was a deaf Kenyan long distance runner that won the gold in the marathon at the 2005 Deaflympics. He collapsed and died while on a training run. ........................ Top stories about the deaf: Jamaica lawmakers passed the Disabilities Bill that is supposed to end discrimination against the deaf and the disabled. The FCC has ordered all wireless carriers to allow 911 text calls Victor Ng Lung-fei, not deaf but has a deaf brother, is planning to establish a district office in Hong Kong to serve the deaf and the disabled. He made his fortune in real estate and wishes to serve in the public sector, hence the district office. The city of Greensburg, PA agreed to provide an interpreter for a deaf kid, even though he does not reside in the city, so he could play youth soccer. The NAD board of directors have added three more people - Sherri Collins, Alicia Lane-Outlaw and Pamela Lloyd-Ogoke. .............................................................. Many times people with hearing loss or deafness need to ask for an accommodation for effective communication in health care. Here, you can create such a card to use in these times, or in an emergency, to show people and explain the accommodation you prefer for effective communication. You can use the form below to create this emergency card. Select the appropriate values from the lists. It will create a personalized emergency message to outline what you need. When finished, click on the \Create Card button below to create your own emergency card. Print the card and keep it with your other identification cards so that it is easy for you to get to when you need it. If you are a health care provider, please ask health consumers how they prefer to communicate with you. Become aware of this card and even share this information with others at work. Visit this link: Accommodation Card http://www.healthbridges.info/?page_id=36 http://www.healthbridges.info The HealthBridges website offers information about behavioral health services, social services and resources available to persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) .............................................................. .............................................................. Read what they say Unlock the phone with CapTel® Captioned Telephone! CapTel shows word-for-word captions of everything a caller says over the phone, letting you read everything that they say - Like captions on TV - for the phone! Captions are provided by a free service, no monthly fees or contracts required. For more information or to order call 1-800-233-9130 V/TTY or visit http://www.weitbrecht.com/captel.html For more info about CapTel or any of the many assistive listening devices we offer, email: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! CapTel® Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! .............................................................. .............................................................. DEAF NON-WOW JOB One deaf man worked for an embassy in Washington, DC; people said it is a big, wow job for a deaf person. The deaf man was honest. He said it is not "wow" and this comment disappointed many deaf people. He said he was just a file clerk with the embassy - not involved with politics or with VIP meetings, etc. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-work-in-embassy/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... A picture of deaf politician/leader Wilma Newhoudt-Druchen http://deafdigest.com/deaf-picture-deaf-politician-wilma-newhoudt-druchen/ ..................................................... ..................................................... SLOW DEAF GOLFERS At a recent deaf golf tournament, the tournament chairperson was complaining. He complained that the deaf golfers were slow. They liked to socialize with other deaf golfers on the same course. Slow golfers can cause the tournament to be delayed in completion. It is a problem with deaf golf tournaments! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/slow-deaf-golfers/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... 2nd Black Deaf Senior Citizen Reunion September 11-14, 2014 Myrtle Beach, SC http://deafdigest.com/2014-black-deaf-citizen-reunion/ ................................................ ................................................ WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being told: I took a sign language class about 10 years ago COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series A website called "Captioning Matters" has been created and is maintained by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA). Its purpose is to promote the value of broadcast captioning and CART captioning that is offered by many of NCRA's members. According to the website, "The Captioning Matters campaign is designed to promote best practices in the realm of broadcast and ADA captioning." This is a grassroots campaign that promotes the value of quality captioning to television stations, content creators, and individuals throughout the country. Organizations and individuals are encouraged to sign onto NCRA's Captioning Matters and express their support of quality captions. On this website, you will find useful information, articles, and resources about captioning. A very important part of this website is devoted to specifying the best practices that broadcast captioners, captioning companies, content creators, video programming distributors, and consumers of captioning services should follow so that accurate and timely captions may be produced. You can visit this website and see why "Captioning Matters." http://captioningmatters.wordpress.com/ A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF being told - I hate captions (Every deaf person, no matter if it is ASL, oral, Cued Speech, late-deafened, hearing aid user, CI user, etc, share these pet peeves. You may laugh or cry) .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section .............................................................. .............................................................. DeafLaw Genesis Healthcare, LLC would not hire a deaf applicant for a job in a hospital cafeteria. The deaf applicant had experience working in cafeterias in the past. EEOC, not too happy about it, has filed a lawsuit against the defendants in a federal district court. ....... Deaf people can do anything we have a deaf person who is/was a -- make up artist (for actors) ..... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Rocky Stone, the father of the SHHH, who passed away on Friday. Rocky, who needs no introduction to any of us, founded SHHH to serve the needs of the late-deafened and the hard of hearing. He was that rare individual that exhibited willingness to work with all national organizations of the deaf and the hard of hearing on mutual goals, regardless of different goals and missions. In his much younger days, Rocky, who did not want to talk too much about it, was a CIA operative, despite his deafness. He would not talk too much even when pressed for details on his background. Thank you, Rocky for serving all of us. (editor's note: DeafDigest still does not believe that Rocky was an intelligence agent; inasmuch as Rocky didn't want to talk too much about it, his friends insisted that he was a CIA operative) ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: 911-related issues just cannot stay out of the spotlight. It was not too long ago that we were complaining that these 911 centers do not have equipment that were TTY compatible or that 911 operators have no clue what a TTY call was all about. Now that the TTY is practically obsolete, we have a new beef - that these 911 centers cannot handle text calls from our pagers. This issue was raised by the National Emergency Number Association. (editor's note: this is a perfect example of this adage - What Goes Around Comes Around) ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: does a city have to provide an interpreter for a non-resident that has requested such services? The city said no inasmuch as he did not pay residential tax, yet in a settlement, the city agreed to do so. ....... Lipreading: What did that person say? I thought the hearing person said: He has a must dash Must dash???? He actually said: He has a mustache -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - * EDD Placement Coordinator - Norwalk, CA * Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA * Administrative Assistant - Los Angeles, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima, CA * 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: Jeff Fetterman Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD: (323) 550-4207 Fax #: (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- posting a permanent position Executive Director Maine Center on Deafness Portland, Maine Maine Center on Deafness is posting a permanent position for Executive Director at this time. This position is currently occupied by an Interim ED and we invite qualified candidates to apply for this position. MCD is a nonprofit organization that serves people in Maine who are D/deaf, late-deafened or hard-of-hearing by providing resources, advocating for social equality, and helping the general public to better understand and appreciate Deaf culture and effective ways of communication. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall management of the organization which will include refinement of current programs and development of new programs; management of budgeting and financial planning, maintain compliance of state and local contracts/grants; fundraising and recruitment, selection, and evaluation of the management team. The entire Job description, unfortunately can not be publicized by NAD but you can view it in its entirety from https://www.icloud.com/iw/#pages/BAJ3ptHp29jSJaEd29KBNbX8VfJC3DJQjMWF/MCDEdJobdescription or https://www.facebook.com/MCDBoard (& click on the link citing the Executive Director Job description). If you feel you have the qualifications and are up for a challenge, please send us your resume to David Pileck, President of the Board at MCD at mailto:davidmcdboard@gmail.com , Darleen Hutchins ( mailto: darleenmcdboard@gmail.com ), or Echo Kaply-Smith ( mailto:echomcdboard@gmail.com ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- vacancy notice ASL Specialist Rhode Island School for the Deaf Applications will be accepted until position is filled. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Mail or email application materials to: RI School for the Deaf Office of Human Resources One Corliss Park Providence, RI 02908 mailto:hedwards@rideaf.net Application requirements - Cover letter - Resume - CS-14 application - Responses to supplemental questions - Two Letters of Reference - Equal Employment Opportunity Form (optional) Employment opportunities, application requirements and instructions posted at http://www.dlt.ri.gov Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be arranged in order to perform the essential functions of the job. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates selected for interview will be required to submit official transcripts. *Subject to FTE approval and available funding (Position is part of Board of Regents non union staff) AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER RI School for the Deaf NONCLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: ASL Specialist GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Provides leadership in ASL development to students and staff in the acquisition, development and refinement of American Sign Language (ASL) knowledge and skills and support school-wide programming in ASL and Deaf culture for students and staff and parents. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Director with latitude to exercise independent judgment in the performance of assignments. Work is subject to review on a periodic basis or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally none. Will work as part of teams and in collaboration with others to achieve results. May supervise specific ASL tasks of Teachers and other staff and follow-up on assignments delegated by the Director. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop, refine, coordinate, train and assist teachers in implementation of ASL curriculum in all classes and subject areas. Provide ASL instruction and support in development of age-appropriate ASL skills and knowledge in the classroom group instruction and support to the teacher including designing and implementing lessons/activities that support student needs using best practice bilingual strategies. Provide support to teachers as they develop, implement, monitor, and revise Individual Education Plans (IEP) related to ASL language development. Create, maintain and coordinate administration of ASL assessments for entering students, 3 year evaluations, annual evaluations and classroom progress monitoring. Promote ASL proficiency and appreciation of Deaf Culture awareness school-wide through coordination of the ASL/Deaf Culture Events Committee, Statewide ASL Poetry Competition and other similar activities and events. Work with the school librarian to expand and maintain ASL and Deaf Studies resources for students and staff. Keep abreast of current research & best practices in ASL teaching and learning. Consistently model ASL/English bilingual communication. Provide ASL Linguistics training for staff. Coordinate and assist with family signacy & literacy events. Provide direct ASL instruction and support to families to develop ASL skills and knowledge to communicate with and advocate for their child. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the unique educational needs of deaf and hard of hearing students. Knowledge and ability to apply bilingual teaching/learning principles and strategies. In-depth knowledge and appreciation of Deaf culture and community. Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, school staff, parents, school district personnel and deaf and hard of hearing students using ASL and English. Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language and in written English as evidenced by a SLPI rating of Superior plus Experience providing ASL services to students who are deaf and hard of hearing. ASLTA training preferred. Teamwork and leadership skills. EDUCATION: Master degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Education, Deaf Studies or related field preferred. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of five years experience in providing ASL services to students who are Deaf and hard of hearing. and/or any combination of education, knowledge, skills, and experience that is substantially equivalent. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Please be aware that incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. Supplemental Question #1 Your response should include 300-500 words. Describe your qualifications for the ASL Specialist position and be specific about your educational background and experiences that make you an ideal candidate for this position. Supplemental Question #2 Your response should include 300-500 words. Explain why you want to be the ASL Specialist and describe your philosophy/approach to teaching staff how to develop and implement an ASL/English bilingual learning environment. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- employment opportunity Principal, School for the Deaf Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Colorado Springs, CO Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), invites you to consider our employment opportunities. Interested persons are invited to visit CSDB's website at: http://www.csdb.org/careers-2/ where the official job announcement for Principal, School for the Deaf may be found in its entirety, including major duties/responsibilities, under Non-Classified employment. This job announcement is open until the position is filled. The base salary shall be established commensurate with appropriate education and experience. Annual Salary Range: $82,506 to $94,021. Excellent benefits. Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind 33 North Institute Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 E-mail: mailto:clutz@csdb.org (719) 578-2114 (phone); (719) 578-2239 (fax) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Center for Human Development Springfield, MA Center for Human Development is seeking dedicated, compassionate staff for a new, innovative program providing residential services to deaf individuals with developmental disabilities in a house adjacent to Springfield College in Springfield, MA. Residents will have access to campus activities, facilities and entertainment. - Program Supervisor The ASL proficient supervisor responsibilities include supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; interfacing with Springfield College to recruit interns; implementation of client treatment plans; participation in on-call rotation, oversight of documentation, oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; serving as a liaison to external providers and the community at-large. Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years' experience with the population as well supervisory experience. Must have excellent oral and written communication and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor's Degree in related field required. Reliable automobile and valid driver's license required. To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0192. - Assistant Supervisor The ASL proficient assistant supervisor responsibilities include assisting with the supervision of direct care staff and coordination of Springfield College intern activities; implementation of client treatment plans, participation in on-call rotation; assisting supervisor with oversight of facility upkeep and maintenance; participating with supervision in liaising with external providers and the community at-large. Qualifications: ASL proficient; minimum two years' experience with the population. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and must be proficient in use of computers. Deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Reliable automobile and valid driver's license required. To Apply: Visit www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0193. - Residential Staff The ASL proficient Direct Care Staff responsibilities include supporting clients' activities of daily living, administering medications as needed, advocating for individuals within various community settings, providing opportunities to optimize clients' independence and quality of life, and interfacing with Springfield College and the Springfield College interns working within the residence. Staff will develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide support and guidance with a person-centered focus. Qualifications: Candidates will be ASL proficient; ideally have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; possess strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills necessary. Must have a vehicle for work use and current driver's license; ability to complete medication administration training; deaf and hard of hearing encouraged to apply. All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process. To Apply: Visit http://www.chd.org/careers and apply online to requisition 14-0191. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunity School Leader - Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware Salary: $106,965 - $113,793 Start Date: Mutually Agreeable Date Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Deaf Education or related field - Delaware Eligibility for School Principal/Assistant Principal Certificate - Administrative experience preferred - Minimum five years of teaching experience in deaf education - Knowledge of Federal (IDEA) regulations for Special Education - Knowledge of current research and best practices in education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Fluency in American Sign Language - Successful completion of the Praxis I or Praxis Core (Only for those candidates not already certified) - Prior experience with scheduling, professional development and curriculum for students/staff preferred See complete posting on the Christina School District Website Website: www.christinak12.org CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resources Office 600 North Lombard Street Wilmington, DE 19801 PH: 302-552-2650 - FX: 302-552-2651 The Christina School District is an EOE/M/F/H/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency positions in different parts of the state - SOUTH GEORGIA Middle GA http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698di Macon, Georgia - the "Song and Soul of the South"! Where you can hike through the ancient Indian mounds and experience the state's largest collection of African American history, art, and culture. Sit on the dock with R&B music icon Otis Redding's life size bronze statue, or stroll down wide avenues lined with art galleries, boutiques, and architecture as diverse as the people who built it. Sample mouth watering soul food or try signature dishes from local restaurants in a town where a night out means fine dining, drinks, or dancing, but also a moonlit walk among Old South mansions, a Broadway play, or a live show at the birthplace of Southern rock. - Athens Athens: North East GA, College Town http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698dh In the sweltering Georgia heat, no place is as cool as Athens. This hip college town is home to the University of Georgia, Pulitzer Prize winning authors and famous rock musicians. Explore the downtown area, where Victorian buildings are filled with an eclectic combination of independent coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques. Named "Live Music Central," Athens' busy music venues are known around the world. Throughout the decades, this classic city has grown in sophistication to become a unique portrait of Southern heritage and hospitality. Rome has a strong arts community, a passion for history and a respect for the three gentle rivers winding through the heart of the city. Our attractions, historic sites and natural beauty are tempting, but what really stands out are the people - the smiles - the Southern hospitality that offers an open invitation. Whether you are visiting to shop for antiques or to hike our rich mountain trails, you will never forget "where the rivers meets the mountains begin. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Current/anticipated vacancies for the 2014-2015 school year The Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, Georgia MISSION STATEMENT All GSD students will graduate with a positive Deaf identity as bilinguals in American Sign Language and written English, and will be prepared to make successful life choices. VISION STATEMENT The Georgia School for the Deaf offers high quality educational and extracurricular activities that prepare its graduates for further academic, social and career success. This is achieved in a fully accessible American Sign Language (ASL)/English bilingual environment, which recognizes ASL users as a distinct cultural and linguistic group. This fosters positive self-acceptance and self-esteem, affording each student the ability to effectively navigate the world they encounter beyond their K-12 experience. As part of this lifelong learning philosophy, all staff and students consistently strive to improve their use of both ASL and written English. SCHOOL HISTORY Northwest Georgia's picturesque Vann's Valley is the home of the Georgia School for the Deaf, Georgia's only residential school serving Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students. GSD was established in 1846 on the grounds of the Hearn Academy by one of its teachers, O. P. Fannin. A log cabin and a $5000 legislative grant began a more than 160-year-long tradition of service to children across the state. GSD was the eleventh residential school for the Deaf established in the United States. GSD has an expansive campus of 480 acres in the small community of Cave Spring. The relationship between Cave Spring and GSD is unique because many residents and business owners are able to communicate with sign language. Below are vacancies for the upcoming school year: - Paraprofessional - Residential Advisor - Nurse, School Clinic - Teacher - Graduation Coach - American Sign Language Specialist - Reading Content Specialist - Life Adjustment Supervisor - Sign Language Interpreter - Recreation Director We invite interested parties to visit the GSD website at: http://gsdweb.org and learn more about our school and campus. For specific information on the vacancies listed above, click on the Employment link (home page) for the official job announcements in their entirety, including a description of duties, minimum/preferred qualifications, salary/benefits information, application instructions as well as the required State of Georgia Application for Employment form. The Georgia School for the Deaf is an equal opportunity employer. Georgia School for the Deaf Personnel Office 232 Perry Farm Road SW Cave Spring, GA 30124 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Clinician LSW/LCSW ACCESS Outpatient Services Paterson, NJ MUST BE PROFICIENT IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE As a key member of our ACCESS Outpatient Services, providing behavioral health services to Deaf and hard of hearing people in NJ, you will provide psychotherapy and case management services to Deaf/HOH individuals and their families. Recognized as the leading provider of behavioral health services to this population in NJ, you will have opportunities to provide consultation to various agencies, psychiatric service providers, and school settings, on-site and in the community. As needed, your expertise in working with Deaf individuals will also be called upon to assist agencies by providing assessment and recommendations about the deaf individual to increase their understanding and their capacity to provide appropriate accommodated services to Deaf/HOH people. To qualify, you must have: - Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling - NJ State licensure or eligibility - Superior American Sign Language skills/experience working with Deaf/HOH - Demonstrated clinical skills, treatment planning, coordination of services - Excellent written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills We offer a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org St. Joseph's Healthcare System Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job opening Outreach Coordinator-Utah Hamilton Relay, Inc Location: Salt Lake City area Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a full-time position open for Outreach Coordinator-Utah Location: Salt Lake City area Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for Relay Utah. Education, Experience and Skills: - Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. - Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. - Excellent presentation skills - Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns - Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences - Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects - Ability to understand and follow directions - Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: * Senior Community * Hard of Hearing Community * Deaf Community * Speech Disabled - Able to travel alone - Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply. For the full job description and application visit: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800) 821-1831 by July 7, 2014. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job opening Louisiana Outreach Coordinator Hamilton Relay, Inc Baton Rouge, LA Hamilton Relay Services Division in Baton Rouge, LA, currently has a full-time position open for Outreach Coordinator. Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel®) for Louisiana Relay Services. Education, Experience and Skills: - Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. - Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. - Excellent presentation skills - Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns - Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences - Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects - Ability to understand and follow directions - Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors - Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users - Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: * Senior Community * Hard of Hearing Community * Deaf Community * Speech Disabled - Able to travel alone - Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply. For the full job description and application visit: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact our HR Corporate office at: (800) 821-1831 by July 7, 2014. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Speech Teacher Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: September 1, 2014 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: To plan for and implement the speech and communication programs for moderately, severely, and profoundly deaf students enrolled at the school. To write and implement student IEPs and to keep reports as required. To participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student success. DESIRED UALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology. New York State certification to teach the Speech and Hearing Handicapped and NYS Licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist. Experience facilitating the speech/language/ communication development of Deaf students. Advanced Rating on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI). FILE APPLICATION WITH: Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent Rochester School for the Deaf 1545 St. Paul Street Rochester, New York 14621 Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview. CLOSING DATE: Until filled. RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (new job added to list) position vacancies Kansas School for the Deaf Olathe, KS The Kansas School for the Deaf, 450 East Park St., Olathe, KS 66061, is currently seeking qualified individuals for the following positions for the 2014 - 2015 school year: - School Counselor (new) - Part-Time Audiologist - Secondary Math Teacher Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon professional background and experience. KSD offers excellent benefits (Full Time Positions Only). Applicants will be screened and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited for an interview session. Positions are open until filled. KSD is located in the Heartland of the USA, part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. For area info on excellent schools and affordable housing check out: http://www.kcmo.org/ and http://www.olatheks.org/ For an application and a job announcement on each of these positions, please refer to our website at www.kssdb.org or contact Ann Troyer, Human Resources Professional, at (913) 791-0501 (V/TTY) for further details on the positions. E-mail: mailto:atroyer@kssdb.org Fax #: 913/780-6563 An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunities Agency Tobacco Free Campus KSD Embraces Diversity -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Announcing an opening Principal - two vacancies The American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT SCOPE OF DUTIES Supervises the work of teachers, teacher aides, and clerical staff for a specific educational department of the American School for the Deaf. Exercises considerable ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit the needs, abilities, and conditions peculiar to deaf students; and does related work as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, State of CT Teacher Certificate (057 or 065), State of CT Intermediate Supervision Certificate (092) or ability to secure same. Good judgment. Ability to work in a collaborative team setting. Ability to work flexible hours when needed. HOW TO APPLY Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 FAX (860) 570-1832 The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Visit http://www.asd-1817.org for detailed job description -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher Aide The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA REPORTS TO: Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a non-exempt, full-time 187 day position. The Teacher Aide works with a teaching staff to assist in carrying out educational program for a student. Provides coverage in classrooms when needed during IEP meetings and at other times. Assists with teaching and reinforcing living skills. Reinforces behavior programs and plans that may be in place for a child. Assists with transporting student from place to place when needed. Acts as an assistant to the teacher in helping to reinforce any academic, social, emotional or behavior goals on the child's IEP. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered, Associate's degree with general training or experience in child development and/or experience working with deaf children is preferable. The individual must be familiar with needs of deaf students. Some experience in the area of deafness is preferred. Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI); .Advanced. level skills are preferred at hire. PA Act 34 Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances required. STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Residential Supervisor, Afternoon Shift Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children REPORTS TO: Dean of Students JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week, 187 days/year. The Residential Supervisor supervises and interacts with children during recreational times, meal times, and study times. Assists students with homework assignments; some tutoring may be involved. The Residential Supervisor is also responsible for the safety and security of the students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree preferred; high school diploma required; individual must be of strong moral character, enthusiastic, and work well with children in recreational activities. The individual must be able to respond to a variety of situations including emergencies. Experience working with deaf children is helpful. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced". The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". FBI, Child Abuse and Criminal Background clearances required. STARTING DATE: August 19, 2014 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Senior Accountant Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is an exempt, full-time position. Responsibilities: administers the recording, accumulation and reporting of all financial information concerning the school's operations into the general ledger; perform month-end and year-end closing activities, preparation of journal entries, bank reconciliations, the National School Lunch program accounting, tax reporting preparation including 990, 990T, 5500 reporting, maintenance of business office IT, assist with coordination of annual audit and budgeting, investment reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background and Act 82 clearances required. Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Business or Accounting. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting, including some supervisory experience. DEADLINE: ASAP APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Dori Bachar Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 E-mail: mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position opening Superintendent of Schools/Chief Executive Officer Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY Rochester (NY) School for the Deaf (RSD) is seeking a Superintendent of Schools/Chief Executive Officer. Established in 1876, RSD is a private, New York State-supported school providing educational programs and related services for deaf and hard-of-hearing children, newborn to age 21. The salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate must be eligible for New York State administrative certification (School District Leader or School District Administrator). Interested persons should go to http://www.leadschools.us and follow the "Current Vacancies" link. A current resume and a cover letter should be uploaded with the application file. The application deadline is June 30, 2014. Questions should be directed to: Howard S. Smith, Ed.D., Associate, School Leadership, LLC; E-mail: mailto:leadschools@aol.com Phone: (800) 975-1730; (716) 949-2013. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA www.pahrtners.com/careers www.facebook.com/deafjobs NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults. Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing! As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is rapidly growing and expanding. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the field of human services, we have a career-building position waiting for you! E.O.E. PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions: Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities - Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs - Full Time; Glenside location Residential Program Assistant for Adult Residential Program - Full Time; Glenside location Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs - Full Time; Glenside location Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside location Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location HR Assistant- Full Time; Glenside location Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each position. Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/deafjobs Send your letter of intent and resume to: Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:ewilliams@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-