DeafDigest Blue - November 20, 2011 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; 15th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/complicated-job-training-for-deaf/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/refusing-to-attend-interpreted-event/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/famous-deaf-people/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/psychology-of-deafness/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- New 2012 Harris Communications Catalog The 2012 Harris Communications catalog is now available. Request a free equipment catalog, a book/novelty catalog, or both! Start shopping for assistive devices, books, DVDs and novelties for the holidays. 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Do mention her name with national deaf leaders and the chances we should shrug our shoulders as to say "we never heard of her." She was a local mover and shaker, in her quiet way in the Twin Cities area - fighting for rights and needs of the deaf - be it new laws, more interpreters and more money, etc, etc. Said her daughter: She was a pioneer in the deaf community long before it was popular, and she fought very hard for deaf rights Thank you, Vinette Fern. - What the stories are saying about the deaf? At risk is the shutting down of the well known wildlife park, the Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park in United Kingdom. Funds needed to keep the park operating and to feed the animals is desperately short. The owners of the park are John Denerley and wife Kathryn. They are deaf. How to best integrate Gallaudet University with the neighborhood has been a topic of considerable debate with the Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Program panel. We care about Deaf Culture that Gallaudet fosters, but the neighbors basically do not care about it. The big question is - how to pull Gallaudet out of its isolation and be a major part of the neighborhood, especially the thriving Farmers Market across the street. The panel is suggesting deaf-owned rental properties and deaf owned stores and shops. But there is no silver bullet answer. - Very Hot News The School Sports Australia lost and Deaf Sport Australia won. It was a lawsuit to allow a visual starter to be used in a track meet so that a deaf runner would know the race has started. Without it, the hearing runners would already have taken off by the time the deaf runner realized the race has started! The Australian Human Rights Commission ruled in favor of the deaf runner. - Sunday November 13th After spending 18 years as director of Texas Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, David Myers has announced his retirement. His last day of work is December 31st. David is the last of the Old Guard, those who started in the vocational rehabilitation field during the sixties as one of the first deaf counselors in USA. Over the years he has moved on to a number of administrative positions in various agencies serving the deaf. - Monday November 14th Did the FCC emergency broadcast warning test of last week perform well? According to a deaf resident of Houston, TX, there was an ASL interpreter on the TV screen. That interpreter, however, was pictured "half on the screen, half off the screen"! - Tuesday November 15th The deaf people of Cebu, a province in the Philippines, have been urging each store to designate one hearing employee to learn sign language in order to communicate with deaf customers. - Wednesday November 16th CI manufacturer Advanced Bionics has been slapped with lawsuits in Pennsylvania, Texas, Kentucky and Oklahoma, on basis of product malfunctioning. It was alleged that patients had to go through another surgery to have the implants exchanged. - Deaf Miscellaneous stuff Jobs are so hard to find that a job at a casino is one to be cherished. Pittsburgh's Rivers Casino has been praised for hiring seven deaf individuals. Said an appreciative employment placement specialist for the deaf: They're not hesitant to hire our candidates ..... (Thursday-Saturday Hot Deaf News will be in the Gold edition) .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) .............................................................. .............................................................. FREE GROUND SHIPPING IN NOVEMBER It's not too early to start holiday shopping! 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This is a shame. - for ASL News version, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/famous-deaf-people/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ..................................................... ..................................................... Announcement Deaf History International Conference July 24th to 29th, 2012 Toronto, Canada more information at: http://deafdigest.com/dhitoronto/ ..................................................... ..................................................... TWO GROUPS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS OF THE DEAF Psychologists always disagree on many things. It is the same with psychologists that work with the deaf. One group of psychologists working with the deaf would look on the deaf from a cultural point of view. Another group of psychologists that work with the deaf look on the deaf from a medical and audiological point of view! - for ASL News version, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/psychology-of-deafness/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ...................................................................... ...................................................................... Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the #1 deaf network on the Internet....Deaf Match International ! Become a member and you can access all the great features of DMI ! * Find out why Deaf Match International has worked for over 10 years....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * Find the most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! 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A FULL STORY ON THE DEAF BRAIN The DeafDigest Mid-Week edition showed a picture of the "Deaf Brain". The full story is at: http://www.ntid.rit.edu/news/unlocking-mysteries-deaf-brain A MISLEADING NEWSPAPER STORY There was a story of a woman, who "became" deaf overnight upon birth of her third child. But upon reading the story further, it said that with each birth (two of them) she lost more and more of her hearing. And that the third delivery made her "completely" deaf. It was not as if she quickly became deaf after being hearing all her life. At any rate, she can hear again - thanks to a CI. A PLAYGROUND FOR PRE-SCHOOL DEAF CHILDREN There was a story in the papers about deaf pre-school kids in Monterey, California getting a new playground. This makes DeafDigest editor wonder. Is there such a thing as a Deaf Playground - as opposed to a regular playground for all kids? A Deaf Playground means total visibility; nothing would block deaf kids from seeing everything. If there is a Deaf House, then there should be a Deaf Playground? WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being told by a hearing client: I feel sorry for your client because of his deafness. His future is bleak if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com THERE IS A GALLAUDET DORM There is a number of dormitories on the Gallaudet campus. But one dorm is interesting. The name of that dorm is: Gallaudet Residence Hall No, it is not on the Gallaudet campus. It is on the campus of Central Connecticut State University! How and why is there a Gallaudet dorm on that campus? DeafDigest does not know. Probably because of its proximity to the American School for the Deaf, West Hartford, CT, which has a strong Gallaudet heritage. COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series When people see me providing CART services, I am frequently asked how someone becomes a CART provider or realtime captioner and how long it takes. CART providers and realtime captioners use the same basic skills as court reporters, so you would attend a school that teaches court reporting.  The National Court Reporters Association has a list of NCRA certified schools and participating programs.  You can get that information on their website at www.ncraonline.org As far as how long it will take you to get through court reporting school, that is a more difficult question to answer.  Every person is different.   First you will learn the shorthand theory, and then you will spend time building your speed.  It is essentially up to you how long it will take.  It may take between two to five years, depending on what school you attend. The programs in the schools are set up so that you must pass one speed to progress to the next higher speed.  For example, you must pass tests at 100 words a minute in order to progress to the next class at 120 words per minute.  If that takes you six weeks or six months, it is totally up to you.  Most schools require that you pass tests at 225 words a minute in order to complete your training. .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. TO BE DEAF AND TO BE ISOLATED There are newspaper stories saying that technology will render obsolete our sign language  - and that the future deaf will prefer to mingle with hearing than with their peers - and that deafness will be completely eradicated thanks to the CI and genetical engineering. True or false? DeafDigest wishes to point out this following example: A high school football star was recruited to play for a hearing college, and was praised for ignoring Gallaudet's recruiting efforts. And after he finished his football eligibility at the hearing college, no one was willing to help him find a job or to get funding for his hearing aid. He contacted DeafDigest editor, very bitter about the way he was being "used" at the hearing college for his football skills. next week - another example .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! A new book is being marketed -  Prince Philip: The Turbulent Early Life of the Man Who Married Queen Elizabeth II, as written by Philip Eade. The book said that Philip's mother was Princess Alice of Battenberg, a deaf woman, who did not sign and relied on lipreading. She married Prince Andrew, but during the marriage ceremony, the Orthodox priest asked her if she agreed to the marriage. Not understanding what he was asking, she said no! The marriage took place, anyway. Princess Alice, as the mother, and Philip, as the son, were not close. They hardly knew each other. This explains why Philip had a reputation for being insensitive to the needs of the deaf and of the disabled, often mouthing off bad jokes about them. ....... The Deaf and the Law: Howard Gorrell's lawsuits (deaf activist Howard Gorrell will fight for what he believes - legal rights and legal needs of the deaf; he is currently involved with the lawsuit against state of Maryland over congressional redistricting issue. In a short series, DeafDigest is featuring his previous lawsuits) Third Complaint (non-ADA) with the District of Maryland against the Maryland Government (specifically Child Support Enforcement). The Court granted my motion for appointment of counsel AND a motion for extension of time (for allowing time to see if the Maryland General Assembly would pass my SB 928).  The case was honorably dismissed after the Governor signed SB 928 into law. more information at: http://deafdigest.com/howard-gorrell-child-support-enforcement-lawsuit/ ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Do parents of the deaf in the Ontario province of Canada care? Schools for the deaf in Brantford, Belleville, Milton and London are threatened with closing. The government staged meetings throughout the province to hear out parents. Yet at one meeting just one parent showed up! ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: A true story, though hard to believe. A certain movie theater in Texas ran into sound problems. A deaf man ran to the rescue and restored the theater sound system! A joke? No. The sound problem took place at the Palace Theatre in Sequin, Texas. The only person who knew how to fix the problem was out of town. The only other person who knew how to fix it was a deaf man. Not a hard of hearing person with a hearing aid but a bonafide deaf person. As deaf in deaf. The deaf person was David Pierce who rushed to the theatre. It took him two hours of tinkering but got the sound system restored. Said Pierce "Funny how hearies are depending on a Deafie to fix the sound system." When DeafDigest expressed surprise that a deaf person could fix sound, David said "One does not have to hear to work with sound equipment." David Pierce? Palace Theatre? Sequin, Texas? Sounds familiar? Yes - David Pierce, a man of multiple skills, is the one that owns Davideo Productions, draws up weekly Old Fogeys for DeafDigest and promotes these Deaf Film Festivals at the Palace Theatre in Sequin, Texas. ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: The judge turned down Netflix's motion to dismiss the case filed against them by a group of plaintiffs in a Massachusetts courtroom. A win for us? Not really, unless the FCC changes its regulations to require internet web sites to provide captions. If the FCC does not change the regulations, then Netflix may likely win the lawsuit! .... A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? At the house of the in-laws, I thought the daughter-in-law asked me: Do you want June? Puzzled, I asked her again. She actually asked me: Do you want juice? -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Advertisement Executive Director Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Albuquerque, New Mexico Closing Date:         Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 Executive Director The Commission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing is seeking an Executive Director (ED). The ED will be responsible for managing department directors and other agency staff; plan and direct new and current programs or services; oversight of the development of the Agency's program budget projection; develop program goals and objectives; develop Request for Proposals; management and oversight of various Agency contracts; work and interact with the other State Government agencies; review proposed regulations; respond to multiple inquiries from legislators, other agencies and many interested parties; represent the Agency at meetings and public functions; participate in legislative activities that include presenting program and policy analysis; represent the Agency during legislative sessions. Qualifications for the position: A Master's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Services or a related field is required for this position. Eight (8) years managing programs or projects that include strategic planning, and/or developing and implementing programs or services that require interaction with other agencies and/or with multiple parties to include five (5) years experience in direct staff management. Substantial experience with managing complex programs and budgets, significant experience in the administration of programs and services for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind communities required. Ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language required. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. To apply, please submit your resume to Shannon Smith, Director of Human Resources via email at mailto:ShannonS.Peinado@state.nm.us . Phone calls will not be accepted. The State of New Mexico Commission for Deaf & Hard of Hearing is an EOE. For more information on the Commission for Deaf & Hard of Hearing, please visit http://www.cdhh.state.nm.us -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Mental Health Specialist Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services St. Cloud, MN $19.33 - $28.35 hourly / $40,361 - $59,195 annually Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others using your expertise in ASL, Deaf Culture, and mental health? We seek an enthusiastic and innovative clinician to provide mental health services to deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing adults coping with mental health issues in rural Minnesota.  These services will enable deaf clients to freely access culturally affirmative mental health services in their communities.  In addition to counseling individual deaf and hard-of-hearing clients, the Mental Health Specialist may also work with couples, families, and groups.  This position will work with a team of professional colleagues based at the DHHS Central Regional Office in St. Cloud and will travel across 20 area counties. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) division of the Minnesota Department of Human Services provides information, resources, and empowerment opportunities to assist Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing - as well as their families - to effectively access services in their local communities. The MN Department of Human Services is nationally recognized for our progressive leadership in human services. Our mission, working with many others, is to help people meet their basic needs, live in dignity, and achieve their highest potential. We dedicate our talents to serving diverse communities through health care and human services programs.  Make DHS the next step in your career! St. Cloud, Minnesota: St. Cloud is a great place to live and work offering both the conveniences and entertainment of a large metropolitan area as well as the laid-back life style and charm of a small town. Centrally located just an hour from the twin cities, St. Cloud provides the convenience of being near one the nation's greatest cities for fine dining and entertainment while also providing easy access to the beautiful lake country of Northern Minnesota. Minnesota is considered one of the top 10 healthiest and active places in the country. It has the most golf courses per capita in the country and is truly an outdoor paradise with over 12,000 lakes and beautiful forests. Housing is plentiful and affordable and the caliber of education and social services is among the highest in the nation. Qualifications: -    Intensive mental health training and counseling experience -    M.A. in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related Behavioral Health field -    Licensed or license-eligible for LPC, LPCC, LP, LICSW or LMFT in the state of Minnesota -    Knowledge of clinical/crisis interventions and psychiatric medications -    Ability to complete required reports, case files, and other paperwork duties in a timely manner -    Ability to multi-task and cope under stressful circumstances -    Resourcefulness and creativity required to develop client-related resources -    Excellent client advocacy and interpersonal skills -    Thorough knowledge of relevant professional codes of ethics and DSM-IV diagnoses -    Fluent in both ASL and English -    Fully competent in Deaf and hearing cross-cultures -    Willingness to perform some duties at remote work sites, involving some statewide travel Preferred Qualifications: -    Two years of professional experience -    Knowledge of the video technology used by deaf and hard-of-hearing people Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Minnesota offers excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage.  Other benefits include: -    Earn up to 29 paid vacation days per year -    Earn up to 13 sick days per year -    11 paid holidays -    Pension and retirement savings plan -    Life insurance (family coverage available) -    Long-term care insurance (spouse/parent coverage available) -    Short-term disability -    Long-term disability -    Pre-tax benefits -    Health care savings plan -    Scheduling flexibility -    Ongoing educational opportunities -    Credit union membership available Contact us!  We are glad to answer any questions you may have about this career opportunities.  Contact us for more information or submit your resume by email (please reference .Mental Health Specialist. in the subject line): Email: mailto:john.gournaris@state.mn.us DEADLINE TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME IS Friday December 16th, 2011. An EOE and Veteran Friendly Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening ASL Proficiency Evaluator, ASL Diagnostic and Evaluation Services Gallaudet University Washington, DC *Job Number:* HR-11096 *Salary Range:* $49,000-$87,900 Provides interviewing and rating in accordance with the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI); participates in the development, implementation, and administration of tools, protocol, and/or procedures used in a comprehensive multiple-measures evaluation system; conducts semi-annual re-ratings of taped interviews as part of a systematic reliability check; participates in periodic retraining in interview techniques and rating procedures; participates in other research activities to maintain the quality of the evaluation system; keeps abreast of trends and research in the field of first and second language teaching, learning, acquisition, and evaluation. *Requirements:* Master's degree in linguistics, ASL, 1st and/or 2nd language teaching and learning, bilingual education, or related field. A minimum three years experience in ASL instruction and/or evaluation. Experience with developing and/or using ASL assessment tests. Knowledge of the linguistic structure of ASL and English. Knowledge and experience working with individuals with diverse educational, language, and cultural backgrounds. Ability to use judgment and tact with regard to sensitive issues and confidential matter. Ability to work well as an active, contributing member of a team as well as ability to work independently and demonstrate self-reliance and self-initiative. Experience producing written reports, proposals, and other documents related to research, best practices, learning and evaluation. Ability to use various software programs for project and program efficiency. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in ASL and English. A proficiency level of 4+ or better on the ASLPI. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given one work related question and will answer that question in writing. This English writing sample will be provided to the Gallaudet University English Department for analysis and determination of skills level. to apply for this position, please visit: http://www.gallaudet.edu/hrs/employment_opportunities/apply_now.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Assistant/Associate Professor of American Sign Language Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX PhD in ASL, Deaf Education, Special Education, Linguistics or related field. In-depth knowledge of deaf culture, comparative linguistics, deafness, and communication issues. Native or near-native ASL speaker. ASLTA or Texas teaching in ASL certification. Five years experience in teaching American Sign Language (linguistic and communicative components) at post-secondary level. Experience using Vista Signing Naturally curriculum. Scholarly accomplishment/promise, publications, service required. Review begins immediately; interviews soon. Letter of interest, CV, referee list and 3 letters of recommendation, teaching philosophy, plan for ASL program development, teaching evaluations electronically to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2951  Questions to Dr. Debra D. Andrist, Chair of Foreign Languages, mailto:andrist@shsu.edu Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX. Sam Houston State University is an EOE/AA Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Lecturer of American Sign Language Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Lecturer position hired on a nine month basis to teach one to four sources per semester; hiring is based on student demand. MA/MS required in ASL, Deaf Education, Special Education, Linguistics or related field. In-depth knowledge of deaf culture, comparative linguistics, deafness, and communication issues. Native or near-native ASL speaker. ASLTA or Texas teaching in ASL certification. Five years experience in teaching American Sign Language (linguistic and communicative components) at post-secondary level. Experience using Vista Signing Naturally curriculum. Review begins immediately; interviews soon. Letter of interest, CV, referee list and 3 letters of recommendation, teaching philosophy, plan for ASL program development, teaching evaluations electronically to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2948 Questions to Dr. Debra D. Andrist, Chair of Foreign Languages, mailto:andrist@shsu.edu Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX. Sam Houston State University is an EOE/AA Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Openings TEDP Outreach Specialist/ Trainer GACHI, Inc Decatur, GA GACHI, Inc. has immediate openings for the following: TEDP Outreach Specialist/ Trainer Full-time, permanent position in Decatur, Georgia. Salary plus medical & dental benefits. Responsibilities: Assess and train applicants, provide individual and group trainings on how to use telecommunication equipment, deliver, set and provide on going communication and documentation.  Market, promote, and advertise the program to all segments of the population to inform individuals, agencies, and organization about the program. Recruiting and increasing the number of individuals to apply for the program. Extensive traveling throughout the state of Georgia. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or 5 years of experience in telecommunication devices, and two years of experience with training or teaching individuals or group settings. Mail resume to: GATEDP Attn: Kevin Steffy, Co-Coordinator - Outreach/ Training 4151 Memorial Drive, Suite 103-B Decatur, Georgia 30032 Or FAX to: 404-297-9465 Or Email to: mailto:ksteffy@gachi.org Position will remain open until filled. For additional information about this position, contact Kevin Steffy at: mailto:KSteffy@GACHI.ORG or 404-381-8433 (VP) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Employment Director Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, MD Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is a growing organization that promotes access to services and resources and provides direct residential and employment services to individuals of various disabilities, primarily deafness, living on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware. Services are provided in individual homes and within the community. Responsibilities: Manages all aspects of the employment program, a program designed to match our clients, people with disabilities, with potential employers, including providing guidance, supervision and support to various personnel. Identifies and markets the program to potential employers and related agencies. Ensures compliance with all funding agents and agency policies and procedures. Requirements: Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred, with emphasis in rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, special education, social work psychology or occupational therapy. Strong vocational skills and knowledge of vocational grants and their reporting requirements is a must. Experience with marketing, development and relationship building is preferred. Five years of supervisory experience including experience in vocational employment services is required. Must be fluent in sign language or willing to learn. Valid Driver's License is required. Position Classification: Full Time Exempt. To Apply: Send resume with cover letter and salary requirements to Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc., attn: Human Resources, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804 or email to mailto:dila@dila.org Applications can also be completed on line at http://www.dila.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Job Coach Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, MD Full-Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is a growing organization that promotes access to services and resources and provides direct residential and employment services to individuals of various disabilities, primarily deafness, living on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware. Services are provided in individual homes and within the community Responsibilities: Provide individual and group on-the-job training for individuals of various hearing loss which includes teaching and coaching individuals to develop job skills, employee and employer relationships, work ethics and communication skills for successful employment outcomes. Requirements: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; Fluency in ASL or sign language is a must. Six months experience with training, coaching and motivating people. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required. Skilled in the use of structured training techniques for teaching job performance skills, job-related skills and work behaviors is preferred. Schedule: Full Time Full Time Employee Benefits: 100% employer contribution to medical, life and disability benefits; 75% employer contribution to dental; retirement; 13 paid holidays a year; 10 paid annual leave days a year; 2 personal leave days a year; 10 paid sick days a year and more. To Apply: Send resume with cover letter and salary requirements to Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc., attn: Human Resources, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804 or email to mailto:jdubuque@pkscpa.com Applications can also be completed on line at http://www.dila.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Independent Living Advisor Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, MD Full-Time/Part-Time/Contractual Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is a growing organization that promotes access to services and resources for residents of the Eastern Shore of Maryland who are deaf or hard of hearing and provides opportunities for full participation in all aspects of community life. Responsibilities: Provide direct care independent living services and support to individuals. Services range from personal hygiene, medication administration and intensive independent living skills training in individuals. homes and other locations throughout the Eastern shore. Requirements: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required; one year related experience preferred; competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible and work within a team environment. Ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and good driving record required. Fluency in ASL required. Schedule: TBD Full Time Employee Benefits: 100% employer contribution to medical, life and disability benefits; 75% employer contribution to dental; retirement; 13 paid holidays a year; 10 paid annual leave days a year; 2 personal leave days a year; 10 paid sick days a year and more. To Apply: Send resume with cover letter and salary requirements to Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc., attn: Human Resources, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804 or email to mailto:jdubuque@pkscpa.com Applications can also be completed on line at http://www.dila.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Director Rhode Island School for the Deaf Providence, Rhode Island Rhode Island School for the Deaf has initiated a search for Director. All information can be obtained on our web page:  http://www.rideaf.net -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Clinical Psychology Faculty position Gallaudet University Washington, DC The Psychology Department at Gallaudet University has a clinical psychology faculty position opening. The position description and application information can be found at: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/ For additional information about this position, contact Dr. Patrick Brice, Clinical Psychology Program Director at: mailto:Patrick.Brice@Gallaudet.edu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings in Rehabilitation field in Georgia -  Georgia Department of Labor, Vocational Rehabilitation Deafness program is seeking a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing caseload in Dublin and surrounding counties. http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/GDOLJobDescr?position_num=00082276 &entry_timestamp=2011-10-04-15.05.05.916369 -  Cave Springs Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Life Adjustment Supervisor responsible for the direction and operation of the 52 bed dormitory and the coordination of Independent Living Skills Training for the students. Duties include supervision of the dormitory staff, coordinating the staff's work schedules and activities, managing the physical maintenance of the dormitory, and ensuring the safety and accountability of all students. http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/GDOLJobDescr?position_num=00155920 &entry_timestamp=2011-10-04-10.42.34.584892 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - *  Director of LIFESIGNS -  Los Angeles, CA *  Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim, CA *  Administrative Assistant (Front Desk) - Los Angeles, CA To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: Jeff Fetterman Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD:  (323) 550-4207 Fax #:  (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/other-deaf-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://deafdigest.com/