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Chicago, IL
'DEAFHEADS' MARKED A MILESTONE OF THEIR OWN AT FINAL GRATEFUL DEAD SHOWS
Jeff Rosen went to his first Grateful Dead concert in 1982 just to experience the vibes–deaf since birth, he didn’t know what songs the band was playing, or what lyrics Jerry Garcia and company were singing. Yet he plunged himself into the experience, absorbing the physical vibrations from the music and soaking up the atmosphere in an arena packed with dancing fans. This past weekend at Soldier Field stadium in Chicago, Rosen and about 40 other deaf and hard of hearing fans experienced the Grateful Dead live in a more enhanced way. / The Wall Street Journal
Yakima, WA
'WAREHOUSED': DEAF STUDENT WINS $1 MILLION SETTLEMENT FROM GRANDVIEW SCHOOLS
The Grandview School District has settled a federal civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of a deaf student for $1 million, attorneys for the student announced Tuesday. Jose Garcia was basically “warehoused” in special education classes even though he was hearing impaired, not developmentally delayed, Seattle attorney Karen Koehler said in a news release about the settlement, which she called a record in an educational deprivation case. “What happened to Jose Garcia was hideous,” Koehler said. / Yakima Herald
Riverside, CA
DEAF COMMUNITY OUTRAGED OVER BEATEN MAN
Following the news of a beating and robbery of a deaf man at a Coffee Bean on June 24, some in the deaf community are voicing their concerns about the attack. Riverside native Brazton Burnes described the incident as “really disturbing.” Burnes himself is not deaf, but is a “CODA”–a child of a deaf adult(s). Daniel Davies said,“It’s nothing new to me.” Boswell Burnes, older brother to Brazton, shared Davies’ feelings of disgust and outrage over the incident. / Canyon News
Bonita Springs, FL
MAN WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENT FILES LAWSUIT AGAINST BONITA HOTEL
A big part of Dianna Druding's job is making sure the deaf and hearing impaired in Southwest Florida are treated fairly. She spends a lot of time at the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center talking with frustrated people. Druding wasn't surprised about the new federal lawsuit filed in downtown Fort Myers by a hearing impaired man in Broward County. In it, he says the Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Bonita Springs violated the American Disabilities Act because they didn't provide a TTY device when he tried to check in. / NBC-2
Santa Clarita, CA
DEAF, BLIND CANYON COUNTRY VETERAN GUIDES OTHERS WHO NEED ASSISTANCE
When you’re standing by the curb along the Santa Clarita Fourth of July Parade route Saturday, watch for a local war hero recognized nationally as one of the country’s most outstanding volunteers. It might prove challenging to pick him out of the hundreds of parade participants. He’s unassuming, quiet-spoken, legally blind and legally deaf. His name is James Hogan, retired U.S. Navy petty officer 3rd class, and in February was named America’s 2014 National Veteran Volunteer of the Year. / Santa Clarita Valley Signal
Devils Lake , ND
HUNDREDS ATTEND CELEBRATION OF NORTH DAKOTA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF'S 125TH ANNIVERSARY
The North Dakota School for the Deaf was filled to overflowing this weekend with former students, faculty and staff as they celebrated the last 125 years. Dr. Connie Hovendick, Superintendent of NDSD gave everyone a warm welcome upon arrival at the Carl F. Smith Building. She graciously made sure everyone signed in and received a commemorative gift. “The celebration of the 125th anniversary of the North Dakota School for the Deaf was an overwhelming success,” Hovendick told the Journal on Tuesday morning. / Devils Lake Journal
New Holland PA
JACOB LANDIS IS BICYCLING ACROSS COUNTRY TO RAISE MONEY, AWARENESS FOR COCHLEAR IMPLANTS
By the time Jacob Landis was 10 years old, he had grown totally deaf. A cochlear implant allowed him to be fully functional in the hearing world. Today, he is bicycling across the country to raise awareness about the benefits of cochlear implants for the deaf and hard of hearing and raising money for people who need a cochlear implant but cannot afford it. He will make a stop for a reception at Garden Spot Village on Thursday, July 16, at 1:30 p.m. / Berks-Mont News
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Pyongyang, North Korea
GERMAN ATTEMPTS TO BREAK DOWN BARRIERS FOR DEAF IN NORTH KOREA
In a country with zero kindergartens specifically for the deaf, Robert Grund wants to help establish the first — just a small suite of rooms for perhaps a couple dozen kids, in North Korea's capital, Pyongyang, a city of roughly 2.5 million. It's a small step, but Grund, the Pyongyang representative of the World Federation of the Deaf and the city's only full-time deaf foreign resident, sees it as part of a larger push to end isolation for the deaf here by helping them be heard, involved and empowered in projects about them. He appears to be making progress. / The Associated Press
London, England
DUCK HEE-LEE, BORN COMPLETELY DEAF, BATTLES THROUGH AT WIMBLEDON
Second seed junior Duck Hee-Lee battled past Marc Polmans in three sets to progress to the third round of the Boys' Singles at Wimbledon on Tuesday, despite being completely deaf. His story is a remarkable one, battling up the world rankings despite being unable to hear line calls or the score from the umpire, instead relying on vibrations and hand gestures. He was once described as an inspiration by Rafael Nadal, praised for "staying on the right path with his strong determination and mental toughness." / Daily Mail
London, England
GOING TO A MUSIC FESTIVAL: AN IMPOSSIBLE DREAM IF YOU'RE DEAF OR DISABLED?
With Glastonbury, The Isle of Wight Festival and Download over for another year and Latitude, V Festival, Reading and Leeds around the corner it's safe to say that the UK festival season is in full swing. Boutique festivals, one day city festivals, themed festivals as well as the big favourites there seems to be no end of opportunities to don a flower hair garland, pull on your hunter wellies and join your friends and family in some time away from the pressures of real life. But what if you are deaf or disabled? / The Huffington Post
Perth, Australia
CARER STOLE $27,000 FROM BLIND, DEAF WOMAN, AGED 103
A woman has pleaded guilty to stealing almost $27,000 from a blind, partially deaf 103-year-old woman she was hired to care for. Michele Bronwyn Kotukutuk Stirling appeared in Perth Magistrates Court on Tuesday charged with one count of stealing as a servant. She had been employed to care for the elderly woman. Between December 2012 and January 2015, she stole $26,963 by unlawfully accessing her client’s bank account. / The Australian
Auckland, New Zealand
CHARITY STEPPING IN TO HELP DEAF KIDS
More than fifty deaf kids could have their hearing restored if The National Foundation for the Deaf is successful in it's latest fundraiser. But CEO Louise Carroll thinks it is a tragedy that a charity is being forced to step in on behalf of these children, when the Ministry of Health should be footing the bill. According to Carroll, many parents may only receive funding for the hearing aids if their children are failing at school. "Families are buying equipment they can't afford to, they are putting it on their mortgages," she said. / Newstalk ZB
Ometepe, Nicaragua
SILENT SHUTTERBUGS: PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT GATHERS SCENES BY SISTER ISLAND'S DEAF CHILDREN
Jonathan Diaz has no idea what waves sound like, or a horse, for that matter, but the surrealistic beauty of his image “Horse in Lake” is undeniable, and shows a definite awareness of and connection to the elegance of the world around him. Diaz is just one of a group of deaf children living on Bainbridge’s sister island Ometepe in Nicaragua whose work will be featured in the special upcoming exhibition “Our Silent World.” / Bainbridge Island Review
Guam
EFFORTS BRIDGE GAPS BETWEEN DEAF & HEARING COMMUNITIES
Imagine living in a world of silence. It's a world Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities director Benny Servino says the deaf and hearing-impaired community face everyday. "The deaf community feels that sometimes they've been ignored and their needs have not been recognized," he summarized. / KUAM.com
Bangkok, Thailand
HEARING-IMPAIRED CHINESE MAN KILLED BY A TRAIN
A hearing-impaired Chinese man was killed in the heart of Bangkok yesterday when he was hit by a train. Shen Guozhu, 62, collided with the train in front of the Miracle Grand Convention Hotel in Bangkok's Lak Si district. He was still alive when rescue workers and police reached the scene at 10pm; however, he later succumbed to his injuries due to excessive loss of blood. / The Nation
Nagpur, India
FREE COCHLEAR IMPLANT FOR KIDS FROM LOW-INCOME GROUP
Parents from low-income group can now get cochlear implant - a costly medical device - for their children, who are either born deaf or have hearing loss, free of cost. Thanks to a Central government scheme under which Indira Gandhi Government Medical College (IGGMC) and the Neeti Clincis will provide cochlear implants to such patients. / The Times of India
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Williamsburg, VA
JEFFERSON LAB TO HOST CAMP FOR DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING YOUTH
Rising fourth- through rising eighth-graders who are deaf or hard-of-hearing have the opportunity this summer to participate in a science camp at Jefferson Lab geared toward their needs. Brita Hampton, the Science Education Administrator at Jefferson Lab, first got the idea for the camp after she took an ASL course. “I started thinking of a way to combine my love of science, my love of teaching and my love of sign language, which is when I brought the idea back to Jefferson Lab,” Hampton said. / Williamsburg Yorktown Daily
Internet
TECHNOLOGY BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS BETWEEN DEAF AND HEARING COMMUNITIES
Communication has always been key to opportunity for the deaf community. But technological advances, which have changed the way everyone communicates, and a growing popularity among college students to learn ASL have removed even more obstacles to the deaf community and the hearing community connecting. "Recent technology advances have been very good to bridge gaps between deaf and hearing people," said Christopher Krentz, an English and ASL professor at the University of Virginia, using video-phone technology to speak. / Deseret News National
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THANK YOU, DONALD TRUMP FROM PEPLE WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING!
Dear Donald Trump: People who are deaf and hard of hearing need to thank you. Years ago, I contacted you about the horrific captions on the The Apprentice. For example, "Bordeaux" (you know, the small French region where wine is made) was spelled like two animals: "boar" and "doe." Your office staff didn't care when I contacted them, nor did your production team, Mark Burnett Productions. The woman whose job it was to do this told me that I was "stressing her out" by complaining. / The Huffington Post
Beloit, WI
HEARING LOOP HELPS HEARING IMPAIRED
For those with hearing loss, hearing aids alone sometimes aren't enough. In crowded rooms or in a lecture or a performance, sound interference can keep hearing aids from picking up the right sound. The result can be a jumbled mess of sounds, background noise and confusion. But luckily, there's a solution, and it's coming to the Beloit Public Library: Hearing loops technology will allow sounds to be transmitted from a microphone straight to a hearing aid. / Beloit Daily News
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What is Trauma?
An informational video. See the attached vlog in ASL.
http://healthbridges.info/?p=1825
Trauma is defined as any situation that shatters your sense of security or makes you feel unsafe or vulnerable.
A person is most likely to have emotional suffering from the event if it was not expected or the person felt unprepared or powerless. Learn more about how trauma can affect a person and where you can find treatment in the video below.
The HealthBridges website offers information about social services, advocacy and behavioral health topics and resources for persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of hearing
Happy summer from the HealthBridges Team!
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Battle Creek, MI
INTERPRETER GIVES VOICE TO DEAF COMMUNITY
There was always a time Battle Creek’s Valoree Boyer could hear the call even when many others could not. It was the call of those who needed to be heard, who needed a voice, who needed to communicate in the only way available to them “It was just fluid throughout my life,” she said. “I have the best job in the world.” For Boyer, 35, and an interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing since she was 16, there was really no other job for her to do. / Battle Creek Enquirer
Valencia, CA
GIVING THE HEARING IMPAIRED ACCESS TO TODAY'S WIRELESS DEVICES
Advanced Bionics made two big announcements in the past month – one involving European approval for a device, and the second, perhaps more revolutionary technology – creating hearing capabilities in a world of wireless devices. It’s newest hearing assist device, the Naida CI Q90 EAS, received approval for distribution in Europe, giving people combined access to cochlear implants with electrical stimulation and hearing aid amplification in one device. / SCVBJ
Rochester, NY
MARC MARSCHARK ON LEAVING THE JDSDE
This year, the Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education is celebrating its 20th birthday, and I’m celebrating my 20th year as Editor. After bringing JDSDE into this world, watching it grow up, attending to its bumps, bruises, and milestones, it’s time for me to let it go and let it find its own way in the world. / OUPblog
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Los Angeles, CA
DEAF WEST'S 'SPRING AWAKENING' SETS BROADWAY DATES, THEATER
Deaf West Theater’s well-received production of Tony-winning musical “Spring Awakening” has set the dates for a Broadway run, snapping up the Brooks Atkinson Theater for an 18-week stay. The show snagged a piece of real estate at a time when seemingly every Broadway theater is occupied or has an upcoming booking. The Brooks Atkinson freed up only recently, when the musical “It Shoulda Been You,” which has struggled at the box office since it began performances in the spring, announced it would close in August. / Variety
San Antonio, TX
TEXAS STATE FOOTBALL PLAYERS PERFORM UPTOWN FUNK FOR THE DEAF IN VIDEO
It's all about that bass for one Texas State University football player who is working to put together concerts for the deaf. With the help of his teammates, Texas State defensive end Brian Guendling is giving many of his deaf peers an experience they have never gotten before: a live concert in American sign language. "What I'm doing is something they've never seen before," he said. "It's the first American sign language concert, ever." / San Antonio Express-News
Chicago, IL
'THE TRIBE' PULLS US INTO THE WORLD OF DEAF CHILDREN -- AND THEN REPELS US
The Tribe is a brilliant formal achievement that marks Ukrainian writer-director Miroslav Slaboshpitsky as a filmmaker to watch. It takes place at a boarding school for deaf children, with all the roles played by deaf performers; the dialogue is entirely in Ukrainian sign language, and there are no subtitles or narration to translate the conversations for hearing viewers. (Even those schooled in American Sign Language will be baffled.) / Chicago Reader
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Washington School for the Deaf
The Washington School for the Deaf is recruiting to fill the following permanent positions for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year:
• Math Teacher
• Job Coach/Teaching Assistant
• Part-time Transportation Monitors
Each of these school-year based positions includes benefits package w/medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid leave, etc. Must have ASL skills and pass criminal background check. Visit www.careers.wa.gov and find recruitments under official agency name “Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss”. Online application only. Visit the school’s website at www.wsd.wa.gov for more information. Positions are open until filled. EOE
April Lynch, SPHR
Human Resources Office
Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss (CDHL)
Washington School for the Deaf (WSD)
(360) 418-4326 (V)
(360) 334-5780 (VP)
www.wsd.wa.gov
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Teacher of the Deaf Job Opportunities
The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is accepting applications for Teacher of the Deaf current vacancies for the 2015-2016 school year:
• English / Language Arts (Secondary)
• Mathematics (Secondary)
• Science (Secondary)
• Transition Teacher / Employability Center
Interested persons are invited to visit the CSDB website at … http://csdb.org/ , where the official job announcement may be found in its entirety.
Contact information:
Chelle Lutz, Human Resources
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
33 N. Institute Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
clutz@csdb.org; 719-578-2114; 719-578-2239 (fax)
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Outreach Coordinator
POTHOS, Inc. has a full time position available for “Northern California Outreach Coordinator”, for client, Hamilton Relay. Position responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities that promote Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) throughout Southern California. Travel required. Preferred experience and skills: excellent presentation skills; experience in public relations activities; direct work experience with Telecommunications Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Relay Service helpful. POTHOS, Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to POTHOS, Inc, via email to chiefbrink@pothos.us. Contact Dori Brink at 619.546.0621 with questions.
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Outreach Coordinator
POTHOS, Inc. has a full time position available for “Southern California Outreach Coordinator”, for client, Hamilton Relay. Position responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities that promote Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) throughout Southern California. Travel required. Preferred experience and skills: excellent presentation skills; experience in public relations activities; direct work experience with Telecommunications Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Relay Service helpful. POTHOS, Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to POTHOS, Inc, via email to chiefbrink@pothos.us. Contact Dori Brink at 619.546.0621 with questions.
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Communications and Web Coordinator
MN Department of Human Services
$ 43,681-$ 64,060 annually
St. Paul, MN
This is a new position that will serve as the communications lead for the Commission of Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing Minnesotans (MCDHH).
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relationships, or a related field and one year of professional communications experience.
• Intermediate Plus skills in ASL.
• Experience with website management using a content-management system (CMS).
Full details at:
www.mn.gov/careers posting 15DHS000585.
Deadline to apply is July 15, 2015.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, veteran friendly employer.
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Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA)
Programs Manager
FT position with benefits managing various programs for the deaf and hard of hearing;. Experience in supervising and training staff; familiarity with program development, community relations; competency in independent living skills development, supported employment counseling and crisis intervention.
Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL); Bachelors Degree required, Masters preferred plus 2-5 yrs experience in Human Services. Must have excellent people, organizational and time management skills; professionally build teams among staff, be an initiator, detail oriented, organized, a problem solver; demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills and effectively delegate and follow up on assignments. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required.
Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume & 3 business references to HR@dila.org; fax 410-543-4874; or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804. Only qualified applicants will be considered. DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc.
Position Announcement
Position: Independent Living Advisor (ILA)
Job Goal: 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, etc. throughout the Eastern Shore. Shifts varies within a team oriented environment.
Qualifications: Fluency in ASL; 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 approach environment. Ability to teach, advise and motivate people. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and good driving record required.
Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume and three business references to HR@dila.org, fax 410-543-4874 or mail to Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, Maryland 21804. DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Come Work With The Best!
Northeast Arc has full and part-time positions, working with adult individuals who are deaf, available in Lynn, Salem, Swampscott and Beverly, MA. You'll be working with deaf individuals using various communication skills including gestural, written and Signed English. Do you know ASL? If so, I'd like to speak with you about our direct care positions. We offer an excellent benefits package, paid trainings and the support you will need to become a successful part of our experienced, long-term team of professionals. For additional information or to send your resume, please email Kathy Tracy Ktracy@ne-arc.org.
Compensation: $15-$16 an hour for full-time $13-$13.50 an hour for part-time
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PAHrtners Deaf Services
A Division of Salisbury Behavioral Health
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 comprised of 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: info@pahrtners.com
Phone: 215-884-9770
Fax: 215-884-6301
PITTSBURGH, PA POSTIONS AVAILABLE:
Job Title: Residential Counselor for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Employee Type: Various positions available (Full-time, Part-time, On-call)
Description: This position provides direct services to adults with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health needs living in our residence. Responsibilities include: assisting with daily living skills instruction and training; aiding in community integration; transportation; medication observation; writing progress notes. All shifts are available (day, evening, overnight and weekend).
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. Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus!
GLENSIDE, PA POSTIONS AVAILABLE
Job Title: Assistant Program Director, Case Management Program
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full-time position
Description: This position assists in overseeing the blended case management program provided to adults and children residing in the community. Responsibilities include: assist the program director in daily supervision of case managers; coordinate with other service providers; help manage program expenses; support consumers living in the community by working together to enhance their independence and socialization.
Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in the Human Services field is preferred. Minimum of a HS diploma, 12 credit hours in social sciences and two years’ related experience; valid driver’s license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated ability to supervise, teach, advise and motivate staff members as well as Deaf individuals. Must possess strong interpersonal, leadership and time management skills. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel to various areas within the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus. Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus!
Job Title: Case Manager
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full-time position
Description: This position provides resources and support to individuals and their families who reside in the community and in our residential programs. Responsibilities include: 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: Nurse
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full-Time position
Description: This position provides medical support to individuals within all departments, heavily concentrated on the residential programs; provide first aid, assessment of illness/injuries, administer medication/injections; coordinate individual care with PAHrtners staff, outside providers & families; conduct training for staff; write reports; maintain documentation to meet program(s) licensing requirements.
Qualifications: Licensed BSN/RN with certification as a nurse educator. Experience working in the field of behavioral health and sign language skills a plus.
Job Title: Residential Program Assistant
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full-Time position
Description: This position provides support to the residential management team in completing all necessary regulation reports, managing resident’s finances, overseeing medication management and conducting other residential support work as assigned.
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 the ability to work as a team. Understanding of residential care settings a plus.
Job Title: Staff Interpreter
Location: Glenside, PA only
Employee Type: Full-time, Part-time or Flex available
Description: This position provides interpreting services for: psychiatric evaluations, treatment meetings; family therapy sessions, home visits with PAH case managers and Deaf children and adults, meetings which involve hearing participants and staff meetings. Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or Deaf interpreters.
Qualifications: AA degree with a minimum of three years’ interpreting experience OR BA degree in interpreting with one year of experience. Knowledge of mental health and/or developmental disabilities a plus. Compliance with PA Act 57 (RID Certified & Registered with ODHH) also required.
Job Title: Residential Counselor
Location: Glenside, PA
Employee Type: Full-time, Part-time or Flex available
Description: This position provides direct services to adults with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health needs living in our residence. Responsibilities include: assisting with daily living skills instruction and training; aiding in community integration; transportation; medication observation; writing progress notes. All shifts are available (day, evening, overnight and weekend).
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. Certified as a Peer Specialist, a plus!
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