DeafDigest Blue - May 17, 2015 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; 19th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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/unpopular-deaf-leader/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-know-more-than-hearing/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-afraid-with-computer/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hate-flashlight/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Save 10% + Free Shipping at the Deaf Author Corner Harris Communications has a special section on their website for Deaf Authors/Producers called the "Deaf Author Corner". 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Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- introducing Deaf Man's BBQ all sauces in the picture are low on sugar: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-man-bbq-sauce/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always confidential -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Dedication: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Domingo Lucenario that departed us. This high ranking bureaucrat with the government in the Philippines always made it a point to hire the deaf in the government and private sectors Top stories about the deaf: Two efforts by legislators to fund the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and Blind have failed! Legislators just can't agree on how much to fund. The province of Ontario has given The Bob Rumball Associations for the Deaf a grant to develop videos on Health and Safety for deaf employees to follow. Two Japanese credit card companies - Sumitomo Mitsui Card and JCB have agreed to accept video relay calls from the deaf that want to discuss their credit card matters. Here in USA, the deaf people are often hassled in their efforts to contact credit card companies via relay services. There was a story about the Sericulture Project, an agency in Cuba, that helps the deaf with their social service needs. Ofcom, an agency in Great Britain which is like our FCC, has pledged to increase hours of sign language on TV news. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 CapTelŽ Captioned Telephone! CapTel shows word-for-word captions of everything a caller says over the phone, letting you read everything that they say - Like captions on TV - for the phone! Captions are provided by a free service, no monthly fees or contracts required. For more information or to order call 1-800-233-9130 V/TTY or visit http://www.weitbrecht.com/captel.html For more info about CapTel or any of the many assistive listening devices we offer, email: sales@weitbrecht.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! CapTelŽ Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DEAF HATE SOMETHING WITH THE FLASHLIGHT Sometimes it happens that you are locked out of your apartment. You don't have a key with you. You use your flashlight at the window to tell the deaf person to come out and open the door for you. This deaf person is angry about it. No one likes to have flashlight shining at their eyes! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-hate-flashlight/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- FCC webinar for deaf senior citizens no cost to anyone more information at: http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-seniors-webinar-by-fcc-closed-captioned/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ALWAYS SCARED WHEN COMPUTER MAN GETS ANGRY You have a job with computer. But the computer has problems. You ask the man from the computer repair center to come and fix the problem. This computer man gets angry and is gesturing with fingers pointing. You wonder if the computer man is angry at you or if he is angry at the computer. Always scary when this happens. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-afraid-with-computer/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- A picture of a graduating class at Gallaudet University http://deafdigest.com/2015-group-picture-of-gallaudet-undergraduate-class/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? seeing that a workplace supervisor, who has a deaf sibling, putting down the rights of the deaf to interpreting services! COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Another common stacking type of problem occurs with punctuation. Many captioners write a period as "FPLT" and a comma as "RBGS" although some of the captioning companies are recommending new strokes for the punctuation. The "FPLT" and "RBGS" are written with the right hand only, and this can make it easy to have a stroke with the left hand end up in the same stroke.  If you see something like "I went to the store. was Saturday," that actually is a stacking mistake and should be translated as "I went to the store. It was Saturday." It is written as "T" by many stenocaptioners, and that "T" ended up in the same stroke with the period because of stacking. A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF hearing people thinking deafness is the worst thing that could ever happen to them! (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, go to the bottom of the Gold section -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafLaw He said did this. Cops said he did that. The deaf man said he put his hands up; the cops said he reached for his gun. Who is right? This was the issue raised by the family of a deaf man in California shot to death by cops during a confrontation. The parents of the deaf son has filed a lawsuit for that reason. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Ryan Ketchner, the deaf pitcher in the Los Angeles Dodgers farm system, was supposed to be having a break out season and possibly be making his major league debut soon. What happened? He had a Tommy John surgery last November and is now rehabbing his pitching arm. Because of the surgery he was placed on the disabled list and told not to pitch until spring 2006. The doctor told him he should not have problems pitching next season. (editor's note: Ryan never made it to the majors; he made it as far as AAA ball before washing out because of arm ailments. He tried a come back two summers ago in independent ball but it was not successful) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: University of Bristol (UK) is trying to close up for good their Center of Deaf Studies. This move has upset people all over the world, and they have been pummeling the Bristol administration with angry emails. University of Bristol is where Paddy Laird, who coined the phrase - deafhood - teaches. (editor's note: despite efforts, this center closed up permanently) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: two stories - same day (Friday) first story says that if a deaf baby is not outfitted with a CI within six months of birth, then all is "lost" as far as speech discrimination skills are concerned second story is that Vint Cerf, the deaf Father of the Internet, gave a speech saying that all deaf people need to be implanted. Question is - would implantation be worth the money for a 70-year old deaf man with no speech and hearing skills? Cerf, despite his deafness, functions 100 percent as a hearing person. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 !! - *  Deputy Director - Los Angeles, CA *  Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA *  Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA *  Job Developer/Interpreter -  West Covina, CA To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD: (323) 550-4207 Fax #: (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- deadline - job closing date - May 21 job vacancy Assistant Principal Florida School for the Deaf and Blind St Augustine, FL POSITION TITLE:  Assistant Principal POSITION TYPE:  Board of Trustees (Administrator) DEPARTMENT:  Deaf Middle School FSDB SALARY RANGE - 230 days (Includes summer):  $58,030.39 to Negotiable.  This range is inclusive of verified experience and education. REQUIREMENTS:  Master's Degree, or higher, in a field of education.  Three (3) years experience teaching Deaf/Hard of Hearing Impaired students.  Current Certification in Hearing Impaired. Current Certification in Educational Leadership or Administration and Supervision.  If certifications noted above are not from Florida, upon appointment, shall obtain State of Florida Certification in Hearing Impaired and Certification in Educational Leadership within a reasonable period of time. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete a Level II Fingerprint and reference checks. WORK LOCATION: Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, 207 North San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, Florida WORK HOURS:  Schedule is at least 40 hours weekly. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Assistant Principal serves as the instructional leader in the Deaf Middle School.  The position is responsible for assuring compliance with all Federal, State, Board of Trustee and Administrative mandates, guidelines, and rules within their respective unit.  Supervise and assist in the instructional program by visiting classrooms, conducting formal and informal observations, conducting individual teacher conferences, conducting departmental meetings, reviewing individual teacher's lesson plans and to assure compliance with state adopted curriculum/course frameworks. Supervise and monitor student behavior, student behavior programming and student behavior plans.  Gather and analyze data on student performance. Coordinate the completion of Individual Education Plans and communicate related issues and problems to the immediate supervisor.  Review assessments, observe and provide professional input on specific children for purposes of class placement, identification of specific problems and referral for additional diagnostic or related evaluations.  Participate in departmental meetings, student management team meetings, file reviews and student staffings when appropriate, prepare budget requests, and develop student/teacher schedules in a timely manner.  Ensure coordination of activities with other programs i.e. residential, physical education, athletics, Health Care and related services.  Ordering supplies, textbook and materials in a timely manner and manage budget allocations appropriately. Report needed building repairs and safety hazards to the appropriate departments.  Serve as a positive professional role model for instructional staff and students.  Supervise teachers, instructional assistants, secretary and other staff assigned to the work unit. Coordinate the development of an annual plan through a staff meeting process to develop goals and priorities that lead to quality instructional program, provides for the efficient use of fiscal and human resources, and efficient use of physical facilities. Participate in staff development activities training as assigned. Other duties as assigned. ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Knowledge in the instructional strategies related to the respective sensory impairment of the children within the instructional unit; Knowledge of acceptable/current administrative, personnel and student management techniques; Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communications; Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of teaching; Knowledge of the principles of human learning, behavior and counseling; Knowledge of the principles and techniques of curriculum development; Ability to work independently; Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; Ability to communicate effectively; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Ability to visually monitor students and staff; Ability to attend yearly training and administer CPR and CPI. Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain an Advanced proficiency in sign language. Please note: The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills. SPECIAL NOTE: The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.  All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis. TO APPLY, [https://jobs.myflorida.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-798162&ERFormID=ne wjoblist&ERFormCode=any if you cannot click on the above link, this same link is at: http://tinyurl.com/ma2nnn7 In order to be considered for employment in this position, all applicants must attach proof of Degree/Transcripts and Current Certification to your application on People First, by the closing date.  Documentation can also be faxed to People First directly at 888-403-2110.  If documentation is faxed to People First, please include Position Number 48008052 on all documentation. Applications accepted through People First only. (Application can be faxed or mailed to People First; fax 888-403-2110 or mail to People First Staffing Administration, P. O. Box 44058, Jacksonville, Florida 32231-4058.  Contact People First at 877-562-7287 for assistance, if needed. You will be called by the People First Service Center to answer Qualifying Questions.) To access additional information please log on to https://jobs.myflorida.com/joblist.html and in Keywords enter 48008052. APPLICATION DEADLINE:  11:59 p.m. on May 21, 2015. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career announcement - No 03-10-083 Interpreter Referral Specialist Community Outreach Program for the Deaf Albuquerque, NM As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to pass an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary Status                  Non-Exempt . Full-Time Position Purpose Responsible for community interpreter referral services for programs in both Arizona and New Mexico. Processes interpreter requests, schedules staff and contract interpreters, and confirms interpreting schedules. Documents interpreting hours for billing purposes and inputs payroll/billing data for processing.  Assists in negotiating new agreements and billing arrangements for interpreting services.  Maintains current and accurate information for contract interpreters, consumers and billing actions.  Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned. Essential Functions .       Receives and processes interpreter requests; schedules staff and contracted interpreters matching interpreting skill level and experience with the demands of the situation with consideration given to the preference of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing consumers .       Confirms interpreting schedule with interpreters, deaf consumers and businesses or organizations .       Enters interpreter payroll and billing information into computer and documents interpreting hours for billing purposes .       Assists supervisor with negotiating new agreements or billing arrangements for interpreting services .       Receives and processes requests for information regarding ADA and legal obligations for the provision of interpreters .       Maintains current information for contracted interpreters, consumers and billing actions .       Provides internal and walk-in interpreting services, as needed .       Assists with community and emergency coverage, as schedule permits .       Assists department with other assignments or special projects related to the interpreting service program .       May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Minimum Qualifications .       Associates or 2 years post-secondary education .       Natural or assisted hearing within the range necessary to clearly understand voiced telephone transmissions .       Ability to type at least 50 wpm with minimal errors .       1 year of experience in data entry, word processing and spreadsheet applications .       Pass drug screening .       Pass FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary .       Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report Desired Qualifications .       Bachelor's in related field .       Additional years of directly related experience .       1 year of customer service experience .       2 years of experience in the field of interpreting .       State or National certification .       Fluency in American Sign Language Salary  $12.90 - $16.13 depending on experience Selection       Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience How to Apply    Complete application at: Community Outreach Program for the Deaf 3908 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, New Mexico  87107 505-255-7636 Fax resume and cover letter . 505-255-8029 Email resume and cover letter mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org Closing Date            When Filled Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 7068. Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence.  For more information visit our website at:  www.ccs-soaz.org We encourage our Veterans to apply Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career announcement - No 03-10-084 Program Director II - Client Services Community Outreach Program for the Deaf Albuquerque, NM As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to pass an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary Status                  Exempt - Full-Time Position Purpose Supervises the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs which provide the following services to New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind including those with significant disabilities:  case management/service coordination, advocacy, emergency support, tutoring, job development and placement, skills training, 1:1 support services, access technology, etc.  Assures that programs comply with contractual requirements of funding sources.  Plans, develops, and conducts professional development trainings to ensure high quality service delivery and compliance with established Agency policies and procedures. Conducts community outreach and training activities which promote awareness of services as well as local capacity.  Assists in program budget development. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned. Essential Functions .       Oversees the daily operations of the Vocational, the Deafblind and Special Services, Tutoring programs which provides case management/service coordination, advocacy, job development/placement, tutoring, vocational skills, job coaching, Support Service Provider/Community Intervener services, technology, and other services to eligible clients who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind including those with significant disabilities .       Monitors both programs to assure the delivery of high quality services and contractual requirements of funding entities .       Works with staff and prepares monthly reports required by contracts which fund the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs. .       Assists in the billing for the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs. .       Assists in the developing of administrative and operational policies and procedures for the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs .       Supervises the programs. staff (e.g., Program Coordinators, Vocational Personnel, Schedules, Support Service Providers/Community Interveners, Tutors/Learning Specialists, etc.) to assure that the quantity (i.e., billable unit counts) and quality  of work meets contractual requirements as well as SCS standards of service delivery .       Monitors and manages work/caseloads of the staff in all programs to ensure quality of services and the meeting of any contractual requirements .       Plans, coordinates, and/or conducts personnel development trainings so that direct service staff in all programs are knowledgeable of effective practices in deafness, hearing loss, deafblindness, vocational programming, driving vehicles, as well as CCS./SCS. policies and procedures, and other content areas to ensure high quality services as well as compliance with Federal, New Mexico, and local laws and agency policies and procedures. .       Has responsibility for recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, providing constructive performance feedback and separating for the staffs in those programs .       Recommends adjustments in staffing patterns for the programs in response to clients and contractual needs. .       Develops and implements, with staff assistance, a single, central system that manages referrals to CODP-NM as well as the coordination of client services for all three programs (which includes intake and assessment (which should include both ecological assessments and true person centered planning) development and implementation of service plans (which includes staffing, regular/periodic review of plan implementation, etc) for clients receiving services from the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and/or Tutoring/Learning Specialist programs. .       Oversees the management of the client services process. .       Conducts intakes, assessments, and other components of the client services process. .       Collaborates with other agencies and organizations to identify individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind . including those with significant disabilities . who would be eligible for services from COPD .       Collaborates with other agencies and organizations to develop supports as well as social and educational opportunities in the community for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind . including those with significant disabilities .       Provides advocacy for clients for services and supports provided by federal, state, and local agencies and organizations as needed .       Assists Agency Director in the developing of budgets for the programs .       Assists Agency Director in the planning of agency wide staff development trainings .       Participates in the Agency's Administrative team .       Provides supervision to interns/practicum students in bachelor and graduate programs .       Attends meetings of stakeholder groups and agencies (e.g., the New Mexico Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and various consumer organizations) as needed/required .       Collaborates with the Agency's Administrative Team, the Agency's Advisory Board, and funding sources to foster the enhancement and growth of the Vocational, Deafblind and Special Services, and Tutoring programs to meet the needs of New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind .       Assists the Agency Director in securing funding for direct services to New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, or/deafblind .       Plans and conducts outreach activities, as required by contractual obligations, to promote services and supports for New Mexican who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind .       Plans and conducts trainings and workshops in the community to increase awareness of services and to increase local capacity to identify and serve New Mexicans who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind .       Conducts site visits and perform qualify and safety reviews for compliance .       May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Minimum Qualifications .       Master's in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation or related field .       American Sign Language Fluency .       3 years of supervisory experience .       5 years. experience in providing vocational services to individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and/or deafblind; OR 5 years. experience in providing education and/or rehabilitation services to individuals who are deafblind or deaf with significant disabilities; OR 5 years. experience in working with individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and/or deafblind in a counseling capacity .       Ability to plan and conduct outcome oriented trainings and presentations .       Ability to produce clearly written reports and other written communication in English (emails, training materials, promotional materials, memos, employee performance evaluations, etc.) .       Pass drug screening .       Pass FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary .       Obtain a New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and Motor Vehicle Division 39 month Motor Vehicle Report Desired Qualifications .       Additional years of directly related experience .       Training, experience and skill in various treatment modalities and/or rehabilitation skills training (e.g., activities of daily living, technology, orientation and mobility, communication, low vision, etc.) .       Fluency in Spanish .       Fluency of Braille .       Experience in using other communication modes (i.e., other than ASL and/or Braille) used by individuals who are deafblind .       Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities Salary  $19.50 - $24.86 depending on experience Selection       Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience How to Apply    Complete application at: Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona, Inc. 140 W. Speedway Blvd. #230 Tucson, AZ  85705 520-623-0344 Fax resume and cover letter . 520-770-8505 Email resume and cover letter . mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org Closing Date            When Filled Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 7068. Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence.  For more information visit our website at:  www.ccs-soaz.org We encourage our Veterans to apply Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career announcement - No 03-10-086 Interpreter/Interpreter Referral Specialist Community Outreach Program for the Deaf As a condition of employment, all CCS employees are required to pass an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary Status                  Non Exempt . Full-Time Position Purpose Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational and social services.  Responsible for agency community interpreter referral services.  Processes interpreter requests, schedules staff and contract interpreters, and confirms interpreting schedules for all three cities in the Supercenter. Documents interpreting hours for billing purposes and inputs payroll/billing data for processing. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance. May perform other duties as assigned. Essential Functions .       Provides interpreting and transliterating services for Deaf and Hearing consumers in a variety of educational and community settings including medical, mental health, vocational, social services, etc. .       Assists with in-house and walk-in interpreting services .       Documents interpreting time for billing purposes .       Assists with educational interpreting and emergency coverage as schedule permits .       Meets the productivity requirements as outlined in the employment agreement .       Maintains high professional standards in accordance with the RID Code of Professional Conduct, ensuring quality interpreting services for the Hearing and Deaf consumers .       Receives and processes interpreter requests; schedules staff and contracted interpreters     matching interpreting skill level and experience with the demands of the situation with consideration given to the preference of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing consumers .       Assists with after-hours coordination of Emergency Requests as needed .       Confirms interpreting schedule with interpreters, deaf consumers and businesses or   organizations .       Enters interpreter payroll and billing information into computer and documents interpreting hours for billing purposes .       Prepares Estimates or Bids for services for various government and private entities .       Receives and processes requests for information regarding ADA and legal obligations for the provision of interpreters .       Maintains current information for contracted interpreters, consumers and billing actions .       Assists department with other assignments or special projects related to the interpreting service program .       May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Minimum Qualifications .       Graduate of an ITP or Associates Degree (directly related experience may substitute for education requirements) .       Current valid New Mexico Interpreter License .       1 year of interpreting experience, community interpreting preferred (1 year of experience equals 20-25 hours per week for average of 50 weeks per year) .       Pass FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Summary .       Valid New Mexico Driver License, proof of insurance and NM Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Report Desired Qualifications .       Bachelor's degree in related field .       Customer service experience .       EIPA 3.5 or greater (each tenth of a point increase above EIPA 3.5 constitutes an additional Desired Qualification (DQ) credit, e.g. EIPA 3.6 provides one DQ credit; EIPA 3.7 provides two DQ credits, etc.) .       National Certification .       Completion of formal internship/mentee program .       Additional years of directly related experience .       200 documented mentee hours SALARY  $12.90 - $16.13 depending on experience SELECTION       Applicants will be rated and evaluated based upon of their qualifications, training and related job experience How to Apply    Complete application at: Community Outreach Program for the Deaf 3908 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, New Mexico  87107 505-255-7636 Fax resume and cover letter . 505-255-8029 Email resume and cover letter . mailto:humanresources@ccs-soaz.org For more information visit our website at: www.ccs-soaz.org Closing Date            When Filled Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any individual seeking accommodations should contact the Corporate Director of Human Resources at 520-623-0344 ex 1068. Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona strengthens families, supports communities, provides compassionate services, and strives for excellence.  For more information visit our website at:  www.ccs-soaz.org We encourage our Veterans to apply Affirmative Action and an Equal Opportunity Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- anticipated vacancies for the 2015-2016 school year Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Colorado Springs, CO MISSION STATEMENT The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) provides children and families statewide with comprehensive, specialized educational services in safe, nurturing environments.  We empower learners to become self-determined, independent contributing citizens within their communities. The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), located in Colorado Springs at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, invites you to consider our employment opportunities.   Applications are being accepted for anticipated vacancies for Teacher of the Deaf for the 2015-2016 school year, as follows: .       Future vacancies in all instructional areas, including but not limited to all core content areas (Elementary Education; English/Language Arts; Science; Mathematics; Social Studies) Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website at: http://csdb.org/ where the official job announcement for Teacher of the Deaf may be found in its entirety, including major duties / responsibilities and qualification requirements, under Non-Classified Employment.  Job announcements are open until positions are filled. Terms of Employment:  The annual employment contract shall be based upon the standard number of working days in the academic year (as per established School Calendar; currently 185 days, August to June), beginning with the 2015-2016 school year.  Base salary shall be established pursuant to the Teacher Salary Schedule, and based upon appropriate education and experience.  Excellent benefits. Application Instructions:  Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website (Non-Classified Employment) to view the official job announcement in its entirety; follow the instructions to submit a complete on-line application (to include salary history and references), and to upload the following items to the on-line application:  formal letter of interest, current resume, recent letters of recommendation (with signature), copies of all transcripts, and, a copy of current educator certification.  Contact information: Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind / 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Website:  http://csdb.org/ E-mail:  mailto:clutz@csdb.org;  (719) 578-2114 (phone);  (719) 578-2239 (fax) Interviews will be conducted on-site at the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind CSDB is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Student Life Director Missouri School for the Deaf Fulton, MO The Missouri School for the Deaf in Fulton, MO is accepting applications for the position of Student Life Director. This is a 12-month exempt position responsible for the administration of the residential and transportation components of the school. This position is the highest administrator level position in the Student Life Department. A Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, Social Work, Counseling, Child/Student Development or a related field plus at least three (3) years of supervisory experience is preferred. A Bachelor's Degree in Education of the Deaf, Social Work, Counseling, Child/Student Development or a related field plus at least five (5) years of successful administrative or supervisory experience will be considered. Successful experience as an administrator of a program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in a residential is school preferred. Salary is $42,952 annually plus State of Missouri benefits package. Complete a Departmental application online at http://dese.mo.gov/financial-admin-services/human-resources/application-process Please attach a scanned copy of your transcripts with the application. You will receive an e-mail confirmation when your application is received online. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Two BSW Tenure-Track Faculty Positions, Department of Social Work Gallaudet University Washington, DC (Instructor or Assistant Professor Rank) Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions. General Information:  The Department of Social Work has graduate (MSW) and undergraduate (BSW) programs, both accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).  The BSW program has approximately 50 majors enrolled annually who represent diverse backgrounds, cultures, learning styles, and educational experiences.  The overwhelming majority of the undergraduates are deaf or hard of hearing.  The position is contingent upon funding. Responsibilities:  There are two available positions.  Both are full time, nine-month, tenure track BA Social Work faculty positions.  Under our current department model, incumbents will be responsible for oversight and instruction of the micro and macro practice sequences in the curriculum. Incumbents will be responsible for infusing research-based content and multicultural content into practice courses at all levels to reflect evidenced based practice.  Incumbents are responsible for ongoing course development for both on campus and distance education, for assessment purposes for the Office of Academic Quality and CSWE reaffirmation and other compliance-related activities, advising students, service to the department, university, and community; and, involvement in scholarly and professional activities. The instructor rank requires an MSW and the assistant professor rank requires a Ph.D. Minimum Qualifications: 1.      Candidates must have an MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program with three (3) years post-MSW social work practice experience.  If an incumbent does not have a completed Ph.D., (s)he will be expected to complete a doctoral program prior to all tenure and promotion actions; a plan for obtaining a Ph.D. should be addressed in the application. 2.      Candidates must provide evidence of teaching ability (e.g., higher education courses, professional workshops, presentations, online teaching). 3.      Candidates must have experience working with linguistic and culturally diverse Deaf communities. 4.      Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is highly desirable; if not already proficient a new faculty member must develop proficiency in ASL in accordance with Gallaudet University guidelines. Preferred Qualifications: .       Current, valid Master-level social work licensure or license-eligible (for the micro-practice position, a license is required within 1 year of appointment). .       Expertise in teaching a diverse student population, including Deaf and hard of hearing students with various learning styles and learning needs. .       Experience in active social work research and record of scholarly activities (e.g., publications, presentations, program assessments and evaluations, grant-writing activities). Application: The deadline for submitting an application is Monday, April 26, 2015. Please submit an application package via email containing the following: 1)      A cover letter of application specific to this position.  In your application include a summary list succinctly explaining the depth of your experiences in meeting each of the minimum and preferred qualifications and job description criteria. 2)      Curriculum vita or resume 3)      One sample of a scholarly work 4)      Three letters of professional reference sent via email to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Barbara White, from the individuals serving as references.  The Chair of the search committee may contact your references directly. Email the complete package electronically to Dr. Barbara White, Chair of the Search Committee, at mailto:Barbara.White@gallaudet.edu with the subject "BSW Practice Faculty Application.. Review of applications begins immediately after closing date. Position begins August 16, 2015. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions.  Per faculty guidelines, Gallaudet University has expectations for American Sign Language fluency and base personnel actions on achieving proficiency.  Any faculty who scores below 3 must take the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) every year until a 3 or better is achieved; individual departments may establish higher criteria for ASL proficiency.  Beginning in August 2016, all faculty actions for promotion and merit increase decisions will be based upon ASL fluency and classroom discourse competence (Gallaudet Policy 6.8.6). -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Many wonderful job opportunities The Learning Center for the Deaf Framingham, MA Many wonderful job opportunities are available at The Learning Center for the Deaf. Please visit http://www.tlcdeaf.org for full details and how to apply. - Licensed Teachers of the Deaf - Staff Interpreters - Occupational Therapist - Substitute Teachers and Assistants - Walden School Clinical Director - Walden School Family Partner - Walden School ILS Specialist - Day, Residential & Overnight Child Care Workers - Staff Nurse - Wraparound Family Partner - Daycare Teachers (Full-time & Part-time) - Daycare Substitute Teachers and Assistants - Coaches -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- three available positions RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Job Openings RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing state of North Carolina *  Behavioral Health Therapist- Morganton, NC *  Behavioral Health Therapist- Greensboro, NC *  Behavioral Health Therapist, Wilmington, NC To learn more about RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, please visit our website: http://www.rhabehavioralhealth.org/programs_services/our_deaf_and_hard_of_hearing_services/ If interested in positions above, please contact: Lindsey Gray Business Manager RHA Behavioral Health for the DHH 2527 E. Lyon Station Rd. Creedmoor, NC 27522 919.518.9293 (Office) 919.528.2971 (fax) mailto:LGray@rhanet.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services positions in various Pennsylvania locations PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Our environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support with a staff population that is 85% Deaf or Hard of Hearing. As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community, PAHrtners is rapidly growing with the creation of new programs and expansion of our existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the field of human services, we have a career building position waiting for you! E.O.E. To apply for any of the positions posted, please send your letter of intent and resume to: Bernadette Class, Office Manager PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:bclass@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301 PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions: Job Title:                Program Assistant Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time position Description:                   This position provides support to the staff psychiatrist's in completing all necessary regulation reports, managing the staff psychiatrist's schedules, helping to coordinate appointments with other departments, tracking annual evaluations and medication consents for our members, communicating with pharmacies, and other miscellaneous administrative tasks. Qualifications:               A high school diploma with a minimum of one year of experience in administration in the human services field.  Must have: strong writing skills, organizational and time management skills; computer proficiency in MS word and excel; fluency in ASL and ability to work as a team. Job Title:                Therapist/Psychosocial Rehabilitation Counselor Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time position Description:                   This position provides individualized supportive counseling, group therapy and psycho-educational sessions designed to promote skill building and wellness maintenance. Qualifications:               BA in Psychology, Counseling or any other human services field; must have two years' experience with individuals with behavioral health needs and/or intellectual disabilities, including treatment planning and progress notes; advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and able to work in a team environment.  Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus! Job Title:                Case Managers Location:                 Glenside, PA Employee Type:            Full time positions Description:                   This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside in the community and in our residential programs. Duties: assess service needs of individuals to ensure continuum of care; develop service plans; provide independent living skills instructions; advocate for access to public and private programs such as medical and vocational services. Qualifications:               BA/BS degree in a human services field preferred; or high school diploma + 12 credit hours in social science with two years' behavioral health direct care experience. Must have strong organizational skills, fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel to various areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus; must have a valid driver's license.  Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus! Job Title:                Assistant Vice President - PAHrtners West Location:                 Moon Township Employee Type:            Full time position - This is a senior level management position Description:                   The Assistant Vice President provides administrative, operational, financial and programmatic leadership for the Pittsburgh sites of PAHrtners.  Under the direction of the Vice President for Residential services, The Assistant Vice President is responsible for the overall supervision and management of operations and personnel, expansion of services provided in the region, quality of service and financial stability within the region.  This includes provision of direct services to consumers, maintenance of all licensing regulations, oversight of program budgets, supervision and daily support to direct care staff and management level employees, maintenance of communication and relationships with outside service providers and families, involvement with the clinical team, completion of monthly and residential reports, and participation on agency committees. Qualifications:               Master's Degree preferred.  Qualified BA degree applicants will be considered.  Seven years' experience in the mental health field.  Four years' experience in a management/supervisory role.  Candidate must have strong leadership, administrative and communication skills, both in person and in writing.  Fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Job Title:                Residential Counselor for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Location:                 Pittsburgh, PA Employee Type:            Various positions available Description:                   This position provides direct client services, including:  encouraging client independence, assisting in daily living skills training and aiding in community integration. Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver's license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Job Title:                   Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities & Behavioral Health needs Location:                    Glenside, PA Employee Type:               Full time, part time or Flex available Description:                   This position provides direct client services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in daily living skills training and aiding in community integration. Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in our residences; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver's license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Job Title:                    Administrative Assistant Location:                     Glenside, PA Employee Type:                Full time positions Description:                   This position provides administrative support to all programs.  Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and VP calls; responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage calendars, coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track supplies and handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and assist wherever and whenever possible. Qualifications:               Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years' administrative assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and excel.  AA degree preferred.  Must possess strong writing and proofreading skills and excellent organizational skills.  Fluency in American Sign Language strongly preferred. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-