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July 2, 2014
Vol. 10, No. 35

Editor: Tom Willard


Deafweekly is an independent news report for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community that is mailed to subscribers on Wednesdays and available to read at www.deafweekly.com. These are the actual headlines and portions of recent deaf-related news articles, with links to the full story. Minor editing is done when necessary. Deafweekly is copyrighted 2014 and any unauthorized use is prohibited.

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Yakima, WA
DEAF MAN SUES PNWU FOR PULLING HIS ACCEPTANCE
A Utah man is suing Pacific Northwest University Medical School in Yakima. He was all set to attend the school -- but then his acceptance was withdrawn. He says the school won't accommodate him because he's deaf. After graduating with a bachelors from BYU, Zach Featherstone was accepted into Pacific Northwest University’s program in February of 2013 and was set to start classes that August. In June however, he received information that his admittance to the school was being deferred. / KAPP TV

Minneapolis, MN
HASTINGS YMCA TO PROVIDE INTERPRETER FOR DEAF COUPLE
The YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities has agreed to provide an ASL interpreter for deaf parents Jacob and Calena Lingle so they can fully participate in their daughter Aria’s swim classes. The Lingles sued the YMCA last month, alleging that its refusal to provide an adequate means for them to communicate violated state and federal laws. The Lingles’ attorney said Wednesday that he received an e-mail Monday from the Y’s attorney saying the organization had decided to provide an interpreter for all the classes. / Star Tribune

Boston, MA
LEGISLATURE OKS GRANT TO HELP BUILD GROUP HOME FOR DEAF ON SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE CAMPUS
A proposed group home for the deaf to be built on the campus of Springfield College got a big boost from the state Legislature on Monday when it approved a $450,000 budget appropriation to construct the facility. The project was conceived three years ago by Betsy Davison, whose 21-year-old son Andrew Goolishian is profoundly deaf and developmentally disabled, and her husband Van Gothner. / The Republican

Oxford, MI
OXFORD COULD BE SITE FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING APARTMENT COMPLEX
If everything goes as planned, the village of Oxford could be the site for a new deaf and hard of hearing housing complex, which would be the first of its kind in Michigan and one of few in the nation. A project of the Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency, the first step is to reach a purchase agreement with the village of Oxford for 3.5 acres that the village has owned since 2006. “Oxford village is a beautiful community,” said Ronald Borngesser, Chief Executive Officer of OLHSA. “I think it would fit in really well." / Daily Tribune

Detroit, MI
NEW INTERPRETER REGULATIONS SEEN AS POSITIVE FOR DEAF AND HEARING-IMPAIRED COMMUNITY
The deaf and hard-of-hearing community in Michigan is generally satisfied by regulations that go into effect July 7 that govern the use of sign-language interpreters in hospitals, physician offices, pharmacies, courts, schools and other public institutions. The rules govern minimum education and certification required by interpreters in specific settings, testing standards, continuing education, the use of video remote interpreting services and enforcement of the regulations to weed out unqualified interpreters. / Crain's Detroit Business

Troy, NY
SERVICES FOR DEAF UNDER FIRE
Cara Wolff was shocked when a doctor repeatedly asked the deaf woman days before she was scheduled for surgery at a major regional hospital if her parents could serve as sign language interpreters instead of the facility hiring one for the family. The Niskayuna woman's frustration boiled over when most of the nurses answered her over the intercom instead of coming to her bedside when Wolff called for assistance through the emergency button in her hospital room. In the end, Wolff and her husband, Russell Wolff, who also is deaf, arranged for the interpreters to be at the facility with the understanding that the hospital would pay for the service. / Times Union

Jacksonville, IL
DEAF, HARD-OF-HEARING COMMUNITIES EAGER FOR TEXT-TO-911
For the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, the installation of a text-to-911 program could not come too soon. Curt Kuhn, an outreach coordinator at the Illinois School of the Deaf, said a system such as text-to-911 would be beneficial in an emergency. Right now, those who are deaf, like Kuhn, have to rely on a program such as a videophone to report an emergency, a technology that is not available everywhere. / myjournalcourier.com

San Antonio, TX
DEAF EXCHANGE STUDENT INSPIRES SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES AT MARSHALL H.S.
For the past year an exchange student from the Philippines has been living in San Antonio, but what separates her from her peers is that she’s deaf. Her impact at Marshall High School has prompted the school to offer American Sign Language as a course. Eighteen-year-old Nicole Linsangan came to the United States in August of last year with a desire to see the world. “I wanted to travel, I wanted to see what America was like, so I came here," said Nicole. / Texas Public Radio

Port St. Lucie, FL
DEAF AND HOMELESS TEEN GRADUATES
Carl Johnson was homeless before he found the transitional living program in Vero Beach. It's a safe place for teenagers and young adults. There, he got help with getting a high school diploma. Johnson was one of seven graduates in the program this year. He is also deaf. He spoke to reporters through an interpreter, telling them he's learned to persevere no matter what happens. / WFLX

West Hartford, CT
ADVOCATE FOR YOUR SELF, GRADUATES OF AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF URGED
Faye Frez-Albrecht added a huge piece to her personal puzzle Tuesday night, graduating from the American School for the Deaf. Frez-Albrecht delivered the valedictorian address to the 28 students in the Class of 2014. She compared life to a puzzle and represented the idea through puzzle pieces taped to every chair in the audience. "This is a missing piece of your future that you need to fill in," she signed to her classmates. "Every piece fits together to make who we are, what we do, how we think." / Hartford Courant

Rome, NY
DEAF GRADS CELEBRATE 'DEFYING THE ODDS'
Robert Foland’s parents were worried they might not ever be able to communicate with their son. It wasn’t until they enrolled him in the New York State School for the Deaf that they all began learning ASL together. Foland of Brewerton and Brian Borden of Westport were the only two graduates to turn their tassels at the school Thursday morning. But despite the small class size, the gymnasium was filled with students, staff, relatives and alumni. / Utica Observer Dispatch


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Dublin, Ireland
HOGAN PULLS FUNDING FOR DEAF SERVICE
The Government has scrapped funding for an advocacy service provided to thousands of deaf people. Environment Minister Phil Hogan pulled the funding for the service run by the Irish Deaf Society under a scheme run by his department. The cut puts a halt to 11 years of services for the deaf population of Ireland, with an estimated 5,000 people affected. / Irish Examiner

London, England
DEAF SKY CUSTOMERS WIN 'CALL TO CANCEL' REPRIEVE
Sky customers who have hearing trouble will still be able to cancel their packages by email -- despite the TV giant stating that subscribers would in future need to telephone to end a contract. In May, The Telegraph disclosed that Sky would tell its 11million subscribers they needed to talk to call centre staff to cancel. The announcement led a number of readers to complain that deaf or hearing-impaired customers faced discrimination. / Telegraph

London, England
SIGN LANGUAGE TRIAL 'BIG STEP FORWARD'
A rape trial in which the alleged victim, defendant and witnesses were all deaf has made history, because the proceedings conducted in sign language were filmed. The trial, at Snaresbrook Crown Court earlier this month, marks a ‘big step forward’ in ensuring access to justice for deaf people, a criminal defence solicitor acting in the case told the Gazette. The case arose from a historical allegation of rape and sexual assault that the alleged victim, a deaf woman, claimed to have suffered some 25 years ago. Two men from the deaf community were acquitted of the charges. / Law Society Gazette

Somerset, England
GLASTONBURY PRAISED OVER ACCESS FOR DEAF AND DISABLED FANS
This year's Glastonbury festival is the first ever to be awarded "gold" status by campaigners who want better access for deaf and disabled people at concerts and music venues. Festival organisers said the award was a sign of how "society is changing the way it thinks and acts towards disability". The event has a bespoke campsite for deaf and disabled festival-goers, uses raised "viewing platforms" for wheelchair users at 11 stages and employs sign language interpreters to allow deaf people to understand lyrics during live acts. / BBC News

Plymouth, England
GOLF DAY RAISES £4,000 FOR HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE CHARITY
The sum of £4,000 ($6,850 US) was raised on a sunny day on June 19 at Bigbury Golf Club when some 70 golfers took part in this now annual golf day for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People charity. John Bower, a retired vet who has run the day for the last six years, said: “This is one of the best days we have had. The weather and golf course were perfect, and the turnout of so many golfers was wonderful for the charity." / Plymouth Herald

Wales
PATIENTS FACE 73-WEEK WAIT FOR HEARING AID REASSESSMENTS
A health board has issued an apology after it emerged its patients could face more than a 17-month wait for an NHS hearing reassessment. Cwm Taf Health Board, which covers Rhondda Cynon Taff and Merthyr, said the audiology department is working “tirelessly” to reduce the estimated waiting time, which currently stands at 73 weeks. It means some people may not receive an appointment until November 2015. / Wales Online

Glasgow, Scotland
DEAF CONNECTIONS CAFE READY FOR LAUNCH
A cafe just isn't a cafe unless you can knock down a couple of coconuts with your tea and scones. And if you can spend some time bobbing for rubber ducks while your tea cools, well that's even better. Welcome to the Deaf Connections cafe, a bright wee place perched on the south side of the Clyde which possess a novel approach to business launches. It's about to fling open its doors for the first time this weekend, but a launch wouldn't be a launch without a bit of a party. / STV Glasgow

Newcastle, NSW, Australia
SHORTAGE OF INTERPRETERS THREATENS NEWCASTLE EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS
Disability advocates are worried a spike in demand for deaf interpreters has stretched the interpreting workforce in Newcastle and regional areas. In recent years, demand for Auslan interpreting services has increased due to broadening employment opportunities for deaf people. State manager Scott Holz says the shortage of interpreters is threatening the ability of deaf people to access employment in Newcastle and smaller areas. / ABC News

Bangalore, India
NO TURNING DEAF EARS TO CHILDREN'S HEARING PROBLEMS
This 29-year-old entrepreneur’s invention could well revolutionise the diagnosis of hearing problems in newborns. There are 26 million newborns in the country each year and early detection of hearing problems is key to preventing them. Neeti Kailas has devised ‘Hearing Screen Device,’ which is five times cheaper than those available in the market (which cost above Rs 29,000 a piece). She has bagged the prestigious Rolex award for the invention. / Deccan Herald

Johor, Malaysia,
DEAF MUTE SAVED IN FIRE
A deaf and mute man was rescued after being trapped in a burning house here last Friday morning. The 30-year-old victim was rescued by firemen from the Muar Fire and Rescue Department who rushed to the scene after receiving a distress call at about 4.30 a.m.. The victim did not sustain any injuries in the incident. / Malaysian Digest

Accra, Ghana
GNAD FROWNS UPON CONTEMPT AGAINST RURAL DEAF WOMEN
Robert Sampana, Advocacy Officer of Ghana National Association of the Deaf (GNAD), has condemned the pervasive unfair treatment being meted out to deaf women living in rural communities. He urged national leaders and civil society bodies to intervene swiftly to reverse what he described as “the disdain actions." Sampana said that it is unfortunate that rural deaf women are regarded as blockheads, a perception which limits their access to education, employment, healthcare and leadership roles. / GhanaWeb

Accra, Ghana
STUDENTS CALL FOR INTERPRETERS FOR DEAF PATIENTS IN HOSPITALS
Students of the School for the Deaf in Wa in the Upper West Region have called for the provision of interpreters at various health facilities to enable deaf patients relate their problems to medical personnel. They said that was necessary to make it easy for such patients to communicate their health problems to health officials, to enable them to obtain quality health care. They made the call at the celebration of this year’s African Union Day of the African Child. / GhanaWeb


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Vernon Hills, IL
VERNON HILLS MOM STARTS GIRL SCOUT TROOP FOR DEAF
Kim Olsen couldn't help but smile as she looked out a window to watch her daughter participate in a Girl Scout troop flag ceremony. Olsen's 5-year-old daughter, Emily, has bilateral cochlear implants. What had Olsen smiling was seeing Emily have fun like other children her age because she's in Girl Scout Troop 40735, which caters to the deaf and hard of hearing. "She's always so super excited," Olsen said. / Daily Herald

New York, NY
YEAR OF AWARENESS: TECHNOLOGY LEVELS THE FIELD FOR DEAF-BLIND AWARENESS WEEK
Burgon Jensen, originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, is a 22-year old who has been staying on Long Island since February. But when she returns to her home state next month, where she’ll be attending college in the fall, Jensen will be taking a lot more with her than just memories of New York life. As a person who is deaf-blind, she’ll also carry with her invaluable skills and technologies learned here. “I feel like I’ve gained a lot of independence just being here,” Jensen said, “so I’ll be able to take that home and just use it in my community, school, home, wherever.” / Newsday

Internet
ON HELEN KELLER'S BIRTHDAY, SOME APPS FOR THE DEAF-BLIND
Last Friday was Helen Keller's birthday. For the deaf-blind writer and activist, finger spelling was the killer app that gave her access to the world. Today, the technologies available for the deaf and blind are game-changers. There are devices that plug into a phone and turn text messages into moving braille for the fingertips to read. There are GPS devices that provide talking maps. Apps that use the camera on an iPhone to read the denomination of a bill to the user. / USA Today

Salt Lake City, UT
AT RETREAT, VISITING PRIEST ENCOURAGES UTAH'S DEAF CATHOLICS
Father Michael Depcik, Oblate of Saint Francis de Sales and pastor at Saint John’s Deaf Center in the Archdiocese of Detroit, led a retreat for the Deaf community in the Diocese of Salt Lake City at Saint Vincent de Paul Parish June 21-22. “We are called to be saints,” said Fr. Depcik. “Our goal is to be in heaven with God." / Intermountain Catholic


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Washington, DC
SEEN AND HEARD: CORINNA HILL '14 ADVOCATES FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEAF PEOPLE IN PRISON
Several Gallaudet University students are working to improve the American justice system for the deaf by interning with Helping Educate to Advance the Rights of the Deaf (HEARD), a D.C.-based nonprofit organization. HEARD recently was featured in two episodes of Al Jazeera America series "America Tonight." "Deaf In Prison" focused on the plight of deaf and hard-of-hearing inmates in prisons throughout the United States, and HEARD kicked off a #DeafinPrison social media campaign during which it promoted the Al Jazeera episodes on YouTube. / Gallaudet University

Thousand Oaks, CA
RABBI REBECCA L. DUBOWE CANNOT HEAR, BUT HER SPIRIT SPEAKS CLEARLY TO HER CALIF. CONGREGATION
As she has for the past 16 years, Rabbi Rebecca L. Dubowe lights the candles and recites the L’Kah Dodi during recent Friday night Shabbat services at Temple Adat Elohim. Soon 35 second-graders from the temple’s Hebrew school join the 50-year-old Reform rabbi on the pulpit. Thirty-five pairs of tiny hands and arms sign along to the words. Then it dawns on you. This rabbi cannot hear. Rebecca Lee Dubowe is believed to be the first ordained deaf female rabbi in the world. / The Washington Post

Hagerstown, MD
AFRICAN DEAF SCHOOL GETTING HELP FROM AMERICAN FRIENDS
Ann Kona remembers what it was like growing up in the west central African region of Cameroon and having a younger brother who was deaf. Deafness was viewed culturally as a curse, and deaf children generally were not deemed worthy of an education, she said. “Families who had to pay tuition would rather pay for a hearing child,” she said. “There were no jobs for deaf people, so families would hesitate to send them to school. Deaf kids were not sent to school.” / Herald-Mail

Clark County, WA
VANCOUVER DEAF AND BLIND HELP DISABLED ENTREPRENEURS GET AHEAD
DeafVibe, a Vancouver nonprofit and advocacy organization, helped provide interpretive services for the deaf and hard of hearing, and the Washington State for the Blind's own student coffee-roasting business kept things percolating, during a "Startup Weekend Access" June 20-22 in Portland. The event was aimed at encouraging entrepreneurship among people with disabilities — who can have a hard time finding employment and an even harder time starting their own businesses. / The Columbian


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Huntington Beach, CA
DEAF SURFERS GATHER FOR THE DEAF OPEN OF SURFING
Last week on June 20-22, many deaf surfers from both coasts of the state gathered in Huntington Beach, California to participate and compete in the first USA Deaf Open of Surfing. The contest wasn't just a competition for national championship, but further it was a reunion of deaf surfers who had not surfed together for a while or ever before. Some surfers even made the far journey from Brazil, Australia, and Israel. / Surfline

Yakima, WA
PAIR OF YAKIMA RESIDENTS TO ANSWER CALL AT DEAF TENNIS TOURNEY
Yakima resident Ila Joshi Sauer will make her first trip to an international tennis tournament for deaf athletes next month in Chattanooga, Tenn. But Sauer is quick to admit that she’s no star athlete. As a teenager, her sport was chess, not tennis. She’s headed to the tournament to translate. With the athletes, coaches, families and fans using a mix of spoken and sign languages from around the world, the tournament has plenty of communication challenges, but organizers say it has built a strong global community. / Yakima Herald Republic

Brockport, NY
CAMP ABILITIES HELPS BLIND AND DEAF CHILDREN GET INVOLVED IN SPORTS
The College at Brockport is once again host to a specialized camp for blind and deaf children and teens. Camp Abilities is a week-long developmental sports camp that helps teach children with visual disabilities. Professor Lauren Lieberman developed the camp 19 years ago. It is now held in several other states and other countries, including Ireland. / Time Warner Cable News

Elkhart, IN
DEAF CHILDREN ENJOY SUMMER CAMP AT COLLEGE MENNONITE CHURCH
The elementary-aged children talked to each other excitedly as they arrived at College Mennonite Church for day camp activities. Most of their conversation had to do with the storm the night before — how loud the thunder was, who woke up in the middle of the night, who had fallen trees in their yard. All these stories were relayed in ASL, since most of the children at the camp are deaf or siblings of deaf children. / Elkhart Truth


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Washington, DC
PROGRAM, BOOK SIGNING FOR 'BALTIMORE'S DEAF HERITAGE'
Baltimore’s Deaf Heritage with Kathleen (Kat) Brockway. Deaf rights advocate and author of Baltimore’s Deaf Heritage (Arcadian Publishing, June 2014). Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 6 – 8:30 p.m. Room A-10, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. Author will sign copies of book following the program. Book signing and reception sponsored by FOLDA (Friends of Libraries for Deaf Action). / DC Public Library


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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.
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Send your letter of intent and resume to:
Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager

PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038

Email: ewilliams@pahrtners.com
Fax: 215-884-6301

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University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
Accessibility Resource Center

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) Accessibility Resource Center invites nominations and applications for a fixed-term academic staff position of Dual Service Provider. UWM, a Doctoral/Research extensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university, offering a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education to its 28,000 students. The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is located in the Division of Academic Affairs and assists the university in providing students with disabilities reasonable accommodations and promotes Universal Design and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability.

The Dual Service Provider of the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC), Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, primary purpose is to ensure that students who are deaf or hard of hearing have equal access in their educational program by providing sign language interpreting and speech-to-text services in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the UW System Policy on Individuals with Disabilities. This is an annual, renewable, C-Basis 9-month 100% Academic Staff position.

Completed application materials must include a letter of application addressing educational and professional level of work experience as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications; a professional resume; and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references. All applications and application materials must be submitted online.

For this position, applicants are required to apply online at http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/19277. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number. It is the policy of UWM to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants for employment. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

All finalists for this position will be required to participate in a criminal records review consistent with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, complete an Interpreting Assessment and will be required to submit an official copy of their college transcript.

UWM is an AA/EEO Employer and is committed to diversity as an essential element in the pursuit of academic excellence.

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION:
Classroom Teacher

DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED:
September 1, 2014

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach a variety of courses to Deaf students. Participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student success. Follow required NYS curriculum standards and prepare students for required NYS assessment tests. Write and implement student IEPs.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education of the Deaf or in a content area. New York State certification as a teacher or the ability to obtain same. Previous experience working with Deaf students. Advanced Rating on the SLPI.

FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent/CEO
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:
Open until filled

RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, sex, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION:
Residential Counselor

TO BE FILLED BY: September 1, 2014

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises assigned residential students in dormitory setting
Provides general supervision during the out of school hours for a group of deaf students to insure a climate for intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
Provides training, guidance, and counseling for a group of deaf students in the areas of: social interaction, personal hygiene, responsibility and freedom, homework; making constructive use of leisure time; and respect for privacy and belongings of others and self.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or Associate's Degree in Human Services with experience working with deaf children
Advanced Rating on the SLPI

FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent/CEO
Rochester School for the Deaf
1545 St. Paul Street
Rochester, NY 14621

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview.

RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, sex, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.

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