Volume 20 Issue 2

HOH-LD-News
Vol. 20, Issue 2
July 10, 2004

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Table of Contents
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- Article 1: SHHH Convention - Wednesday and Thursday
- Article 2: Recent ADA Settlements
- Article 3: Federal Jobs for Disabled Drop
- Article 4: Deaf Chinese Seek Right to Drive
- Classifieds
- Contact Information and Disclaimers

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Contact information and disclaimers are at the end of this newsletter.
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- Article 1: SHHH Convention - Wednesday and Thursday
By Denise Portis
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Editor: Here's the next chapter in our continuing coverage of the 2004 SHHH Convention in Omaha, NE. Denise Portis reports on some of the activities Wednesday and Thursday of convention week. Denise is the founder of the Frederick County (MD) SHHH and wife of SHHH Executive Director Terry Portis.

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"Meet the LOC Dinner" 6:30-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, 6-9-04

My husband, Terry, and I had the privilege of having dinner with the Omaha SHHH'ers who helped to make this convention happen. What a treat to meet all these wonderful people! We were a little late to the dinner, and NO it wasn't me! I don't believe in being "fashionably late", as I am a VERY detailed ON-TIME melancholic! However, hubby was stuck in a By-laws Committee Meeting until 7:15.

The dinner was really delicious, and I had my first taste of Omaha steak. Now it's a given I've probably had steak from Omaha before, but I was eating it IN Omaha. Surely that makes it special!

We were introduced to the "movers and shakers" for the convention, and Elissa Brooks from the national SHHH office impressed us by remembering everyone's name as she walked around the room to introduce each person. Recognition was given to Jerry Hohnbaum and Marian Reyburn, the co-chairs of the local organizing committee. My goodness, what a lot of work goes into organizing these conventions! They did a super job, as the days ahead would prove! I did get a little tickled when Susan Lantz, was introduced as the "Adult Activities" director. Hmmmm........me thinks a better title is in order? Warren Reynolds produced a SHHH cake at the end, which we thoroughly enjoyed eating. Everything tastes better if SHHH is on it! (grin)

We also met Marshalle King, who was introduced as the "go to" person at the Hilton Omaha. She proved invaluable over the upcoming days. I found out that they had workshops for the Hilton employees, to orient them to serving and communicating with HoH people. The entire staff really was incredible, and I could definitely tell that everyone had been "educated" as to how to best interact with HoH people.

Terry and I rushed back to the room at 8:45 as he had a staff meeting in our suite. I hurried the kids off to bed, and I assume Terry came to bed at a much later time. I had long since fallen asleep. Ever notice how excitement and extra communication really "knocks a HoH person for a loop"?

Newcomer's Meeting 1:30-3:30 p.m., Thursday, 6-10-04

Sue Miller, well-known and beloved SHHH leader from Rochester, New York, was the speaker for this workshop. She does an incredible job of orienting all the "newcomers" to a SHHH convention. Her enthusiasm is contagious as well! I certainly hope she continues to do these workshops, as she does a superb job! Terry and I stepped in to say "hello". I hung back at the door, but Terry motioned me up to the front. I have a terrible time reading his lips from the side, but I was able to easily look over his shoulder at the CART screen. What a blessing to have CART at every single meeting and workshop! I was asked to say something rather spur-of-the-moment. I made sure hubby understood later that I much prefer being "fore-warned". He's still rubbing his sore arm, so I don't suppose he'll forget anytime soon!

"Welcome to the national SHHH convention! Last year was my first national convention, and it was the first time I attended something that was completely accessible to me! Introduce yourself to everyone, and enjoy your time here! Have fun!" Nothing profound, but heartfelt. Good thing CART was there to display my words....... I've found my accent really throws off HoH people. (Unless they're from down yon')

Picture session w/ Jim Fowler 3:30-4:15 p.m., Thursday, 6-10-04

What a treat to meet Jim Fowler "back stage" before the opening session! I approached him and stuck out my hand, but my mouth was frozen in "dropped open" position. He graciously took my hand and bent down to read my name badge. "Denise Portis," he read aloud. "You're young!" (He turned his head to take in my hearing aids in both ears.) "Hearing loss affects all ages, doesn't it? Let me guess..... you use to watch me when you were a kid?" My mouth, still in "dropped open" position clicked closed with a snap and I merely shook my head "yes". Talk about "star struck"! My kids were rolling with laughter........ especially since they had no clue who he was!

"Listen, you don't understand! He's a Wild Kingdom icon! Well golly! He was the Crocodile Hunter, BEFORE there was a Crocodile Hunter!" Their "wow'd expressions" showed they finally understood.

Many pictures were taken, I'll try to post some later.

Get Acquainted Party 8:00 pm - 10:30, Thursday, 6-10-04

What a great time! I don't know how many people were present, but the room was packed out!

Ricky Smith, who had preformed at an earlier workshop for the children, entertained us during the party. He is a professional mime. Although he is deaf and knows sign, he very clearly communicates through the use of mime....... something all people can easily understand once they start thinking with pictures instead of words. He asked for many volunteers to come up and illustrated "jumping rope". It was really hysterical! It's difficult to "show" something very commonplace. When the volunteers "dropped the jump rope", he clearly showed through the use of mime that the "jumper" was hopelessly tangled up!

Much later I cornered Ricky and asked for a brief history lesson of mimes. He took me back to the 1400's, and even explained why mimes paint their faces white. I learned a great deal! Ricky trained with Marcel Marceau and is a very talented performer. Go to: http://members.tripod.com/~kiko_mime/history.html for information about the history of Mimes.

Denise Portis Frederick County SHHH Frederick, MD

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- Article 2: Recent ADA Settlements
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Editor: It seems that many ADA cases involve people with questionable disabilities making questionable demands. Unfortunately, those are the cases that make the evening news. But there are lots of ADA cases that involve actual disabilities and reasonable requests, as you'll see in this report.

One troubling aspect of this report is the absence of hard of hearing and late-deafened individuals working to secure their rights. I know that people are being denied CART and ALDs in a variety of situations and on a regular basis, but I've seen very few court cases in the past several years. The people who use sign language continue to demand and get their communication rights. I think they're a good example for the hard of hearing and late-deafened folks, and I'd like to see more folks follow their lead.

Here are descriptions of recent ADA cases from the Department of Justice.

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Executive Inn, Oakland, California -- The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California entered into an agreement with East Bay Hotel LP, owner and operator of the Executive Inn. Under the agreement, the hotel will provide seven guest rooms that have telephones with volume controls, visual and vibrating fire and smoke alarms, and visual door knock alerting devices. Additionally, the Executive Inn will purchase two portable TDD's and provide appropriate staff training on their use.

Dr. Faramarz Behzadi, Jacksonville, Florida -- The Department entered an agreement with Dr. Faramarz Behzadi, a surgeon, resolving a complaint by a deaf individual that the doctor refused to provide a qualified sign language interpreter during three scheduled medical appointments. At the first visit Dr. Behzadi allegedly asked the patient's accompanying friend, who could not sign, to communicate with the patient. At the next two visits the local independent living center provided an interpreter. Dr. Behzadi agreed to ensure that patients or companions who are deaf or hard of hearing are provided necessary auxiliary aids and services. Dr. Behzadi also agreed to reimburse the Independent Living Resource Center of Northeast Florida in the amount of $200 for the cost of interpreter services provided.

Hilton Garden Inn, Washington, D.C. -- The Department entered an agreement with the Hilton Garden Inn resolving a complaint alleging that it seated a blind individual in a separate lounge area for dinner instead of in the restaurant because of her service dog. The hotel agreed to adopt a policy welcoming people with disabilities and their service animals, post it in a conspicuous location in the lobby of the hotel, and provide ADA training to its employees.

Evanston, Wyoming -- The Department reached an agreement with the City of Evanston resolving a complaint that the Evanston Municipal Court failed to provide a qualified sign language interpreter to a deaf individual during the arraignment of his son and, instead, asked the son to interpret for his father. The city agreed to adopt a policy and procedures to ensure that individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing having business with the municipal court, including parties, witnesses, jurors, or spectators, are provided appropriate auxiliary aids and services. The agreement also requires the city to pay the complainant $600 in monetary damages.

Connecticut Judicial Branch, Hartford, Connecticut -- The Department entered into an agreement with the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch, Superior Court Operations Division, resolving a complaint filed by a criminal defendant who is deaf and who uses sign language for communication. The complainant alleged that the State failed to provide effective communication during three judicial proceedings by refusing to provide a sign language interpreter. The State agreed to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services, including qualified sign language and oral interpreters, where necessary to ensure effective communication with individuals with disabilities.

Missouri College, St. Louis, Missouri -- The Department signed an agreement resolving a complaint against Missouri College by a deaf student who uses sign language. The student complained that the college refused to provide an interpreter during two continuing education courses. The agreement requires the college to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services, including sign language and oral interpreters, where necessary to ensure effective communication with individuals with disabilities. The college posted this policy in informational materials and agreed to provide annual ADA training to all of its staff who interact with students. The college also agreed to pay the complainant $1,500.

Eastern College Athletic Conference, Centerville, Massachusetts -- A deaf referee complained that the Eastern College Athletic Conference discriminated against her because of her deafness and the need for sign language interpreter services by allegedly reducing the number of her officiating assignments; by failing to communicate effectively with her about her performance evaluation; by failing to respond promptly to her concerns about evaluation and communication; and by excusing her from participation in an annual mandatory referee camp for women's basketball officials while other officials received invitations to the camp. The ECAC agreed to take appropriate steps to provide her with equal opportunity in officiating assignments, to provide appropriate auxiliary aids and services, to appoint an ADA coordinator, and to notify its member institutions and their staffs about the ADA requirement for effective communication.

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- Article 3: Federal Jobs for Disabled Drop
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Editor: The Federal Government is a great place for people with disabilities to work, right? They really try to hire people with disabilities and provide appropriate accommodations, right? I think it used to be that way, but a recent study by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) says that the Federal Government actually employs fewer people with disabilities than it did 10 years ago.

Here are a few paragraphs from the story. For the complete article, please point your browser to: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A29590-2004Jul5.html (You'll have to sign up to access their website, if you haven't already. As I recall, it's pretty painless, and they don't sell your email address to the Spam Kings.)

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The 20 Percent Decrease Since '94 Surprises Analysts, Advocates

By Christopher Lee Washington
Post Staff Writer
Tuesday, July 6, 2004
Page A17

The number of federal employees with severe disabilities has declined by nearly 20 percent over the last decade, challenging the long-held notion that the federal government is a haven of opportunity for such workers.

In fiscal 2003, federal agencies employed 25,551 workers who were deaf, blind, mentally ill or mentally retarded, or had other serious disabilities, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. That was a 19.8 percent decrease from 31,860 such federal workers in fiscal 1994, the EEOC found. The steady decline far surpassed the 7.6 percent reduction in overall civilian federal employment during the period, to 2.42 million workers (including the U.S. Postal Service).

The trend was among many employment issues highlighted in a new annual EEOC report on the federal workforce. The decline is important because the federal government always has striven to be a model employer that is open to everyone, said Catherine McNamara, a lawyer and adviser in the EEOC's Office of Federal Operations.

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- Article 4: Deaf Chinese Seek Right to Drive
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Editor: We've all heard stories of people with hearing loss being denied the right to obtain a driver's license. Those times may be over in the US, but that's the "here and now" in a surprising number of countries. The following story from the Shanghai Daily News describes the situation in China. Thanks to bhNEWS for this story.

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Deaf people seek right to drive

BEIJING, July 5, (Xinhuanet) -- Some deaf people in Shanghai are arguing that they are capable of becoming good drivers and should be allowed to hold a legal driver's license, instead of relying on public transport or buying illicit licenses on the black market,

Currently, China prohibits deaf, blind and most disabled people from obtaining driver's licenses, making it one of some 20 countries in the world that turn down deaf drivers.

Last September, a revision of China's driving laws allowed people with a disability in their left leg to apply for an automatic transmission license.

Authorities accepted the argument that the healthy functioning of one's left leg is not a must for driving a car with automatic gears.

But that is the only exception to the legislation.

"Currently, only this type of physical disability is accepted," said Gu Guodi, a police official with the local vehicle administration division.

But some deaf people say the law is unfair as they could be good drivers.

"As deaf people, we want to enjoy the right of driving too and we are capable of doing it right and safe," said Zou Jie, a local billboard designer who is deaf and mute, during an online interview.

"Most people don't think we can drive safely because they don't understand the deaf," said the 31-year-old woman.

"Our hearing is impaired but our other senses and reactions are naturally trained to be extremely acute which is an advantage over normal drivers."

Wu Jianyin, a 30-year-old assistant architect agrees.

"In a lot of developed foreign countries deaf people are allowed to get their driver's licenses as long as they pass the tests," he said.

A recent news report in a local newspaper uncovered a growing number of locals with disabilities buying illegal licenses in neighboring cities.

People were passing the tests after bribing officials and doctors.

"In our circle, this is not a secret," said Zou, adding this was the only way deaf locals could get a license.

"With a number of deaf locals experiencing successful careers and improved living conditions, it is unavoidable that they will want to own and drive a car."

"But most of us don't want to be illegal drivers, so we have to forget owning our own cars," Zou said.

While a lot of deaf people believe they are qualified to drive, there are many that don't.

"Busy traffic is a headache every day for the city and the blaring of horns never really stops," said one taxi driver. "How could you possibly drive in times of congestion and not hear?"

Traffic police think the idea is inapplicable locally.

"The situation in the city is different. The traffic is far from being orderly with a great number of violations every day. Maybe it's possible for the deaf to drive in cities where the traffic is good with better behaved drivers and passengers," said Sun Guofu, a traffic policeman. Enditem

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- Classifieds
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One Event and four Employment Opportunities appear in this issue. (Ads appear after this brief table of contents.)

Event 1
National Asian Deaf Conference
Honolulu, Hawaii
August 4 - 8, 2004

Employment Opportunity 1
Health Care/Mental Health
The Jewish Foundation for Group Homes
Rockville, MD

Employment Opportunity 2
Various Positions
The Learning Center for Deaf Children
Various Locations in Massachusetts

Employment Opportunity 3
Executive Assistant
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Olympia, Washington

Employment Opportunity 4
Program Coordinator for the Deaf/Hearing Impaired
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Wake County, NC

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Event 1
National Asian Deaf Conference
Honolulu, Hawaii
August 4 - 8, 2004
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The Deaf of the Pacific Rim in Honolulu Hawaii will be hosting the 4th National Asian Deaf Conference. The site of the Conference will be at the Ilikai Hotel, Pacific Ballroom on August 4th to 8th 2004. Our Pageant Committee has a Search for Ladies 18-27 to compete in the Miss NADC Competition. Our Special Events Committee has a Search for "Asian/Pacific Comedians" and "Asian/Pacific Folklore Storytellers". We have Exhibit space available for those interested in selling their special items. Contact us at mailto:dpr2k3@aloha.net for further information.

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Employment Opportunity 1
Health Care/Mental Health
The Jewish Foundation for Group Homes
Rockville, MD
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Are you looking for a career that will make a difference in the lives of others?

The Jewish Foundation for Group Homes is the place for you. JFGH, a non-profit organization that provides residential services for adults with disabilities, is seeking highly motivated and creative individuals to fill our Full-time Weekend residential counselor positions in one of our Rockville Group Homes. Qualified applicants MUST BE FLUENT IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE. Minimum requirements include: High School Diploma, at least one year experience in the area of mental health or human services, and a valid drivers license when required for job-related duties.

Hours available are:
weekend:
Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm,
Saturday & Sunday 7:00am - 11:00

Sleepover required for this position
Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm,
Saturday & Sunday 7:00am - 10:00
Monday 6:00am - 8:00am

We are also looking for individuals to work on an as needed (PRN) basis.

Qualified applicants send resume to:
Human Resources
Attention: Noreen McCurdy
JFGH, 6010 Executive Blvd., Suite 800,
Rockville, MD 20852

Fax to (240)290-0203
Or email to: mailto:nmccurdy@jfgh.org
Voice: 301-984-3839 ext 118 TTY 301-984-3449

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Employment Opportunity 2
Various Positions
The Learning Center for Deaf Children
Various Locations in Massachusetts
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Position Announcements
School Year 2004 - 2005

FRAMINGHAM CAMPUS
Teachers of the Deaf
Must be Massachusetts Teacher Certified or have the ability to become certified. ASL fluency essential.

Staff Interpreters
Preferred 1-2 years interpreting experience. State screened or nationally certified.

Occupational Therapist
Masters Degree preferred. Certified and eligible for licensure. Basic ASL skills required. 1-2 years of pediatric experience.

Speech/Language Pathologist
CCC and MA license required. ASL fluency required.

RANDOLPH CAMPUS
Teachers of the Deaf
Must be Massachusetts Teacher Certified or have the ability to become certified. ASL fluency essential.

WALDEN SCHOOL
Teacher of the Deaf
Must be Massachusetts Teacher Certified or have the ability to become certified. ASL fluency essential.

Child Care Workers
BA in Human Services or AA in Child Care,
1-2 years in direct child care experience. ASL fluency. Understanding of mental health and children's issues.

Breakfast Cook (summer)
Hours 6:00-9:00 M-F. Must be able to pass a CORI (criminal background check).
Must be dependable and reliable.

Overnight Child Care Workers
High School diploma and/or equivalent work experience. Strong communication skills, including ASL. Knowledge of mental health issues.

Overnight Child Care Supervisors
BA/BS. ASL fluency. 2 years direct child care experience in residential treatment program with Deaf children.

Please send resumes/references to:
The Learning Center for Deaf Children
Attn: Lynn Marshall
848 Central Street
Framingham, MA 01701
www.inquiries.com
Phone: 508-879-5110
Fax: 508-875-9203

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Employment Opportunity 3
Executive Assistant
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Olympia, Washington
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Classification: Administrative Assistant 5
Working Title: Executive Assistant
Salary Range: $38,580 - $49,380 plus benefits

Deadline: Until Filled

ODHH Profile: ODHH is organized under the Health and Rehabilitative Services Administration (HRSA) located within the Department of Social and Health Services, in Olympia, Washington. ODHH provides an array of services to the deaf, hard of hearing and deaf-blind communities throughout Washington State. Services include Telecommunication Relay Services, telecommunication equipment distribution, Region Service Centers on Deaf and Hard of Hearing contracts, videoconferencing sites, information & referral, outreach & training. There are approximately 506,000 individuals with a hearing loss in Washington, including 12,600 individuals who are profoundly deaf.

Duties: The Executive Assistant's responsibilities include, in brief, acting as the principal assistant for administrative matters to the Director of the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Accomplishes varied and complex projects; makes decisions and acts for supervisor in administrative matters. Conducts and coordinates the preparation of comprehensive studies on major projects within the agency including service integration initiatives and cross-administration collaboration, coordinating project teams Supervises clerical support personnel and delegate duties to provide clerical support to program and administrative areas. Coordinate the administrative functions of the strategic planning and budgeting process. Prepares and completes legislative bill analyses. Performs as the HR representative including responsibilities for the succession plan and employee development plan. Performs as the Interpreter Coordinator for the Director and ODHH. Act as the American Sign Language interpreter to the Director and other staff as needed. Make interpreter/captioning arrangements for both ODHH and Advisory Committee activities/functions. Serve as the Director's liaison to the ODHH/TAS Advisory Committee and any other committees/focus groups formed in association with ODHH. Qualifications: BA degree in business administration, public administration or closely- related field desired. Three years of increasing responsibilities in office administration and/or supervisory experience. Human resource experience desired.

Special Requirement: Fluency in American Sign Language and ability to interpret is required. May require interpreter certification. Must have three years full-time working experience and/or living with deaf and hard of hearing individuals in an environment of a cultural/linguistic minority: deaf culture.

Application: To apply, applicants need to follow the on-line application system through the Department of Personnel's website.

Applicants will need to complete both the application and the on-line exam. Be sure to indicate having Sign Language proficiency (Code 031).

About the position / completing application / taking online test:
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/bulletins/CURRENT/AA5_ASL_highlightflyer.htm
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/bulletins/CURRENT/13395_96_97oc.htm

Please also submit a Washington State employment application and current resume to:
Director Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
PO Box 45300
Olympia, Washington 98504-5300
email: rafferic@dshs.wa.gov

The state of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application or testing process, or those needing the application or testing information in an alternate format may call (360) 664-1960 or (360) 664-6211 TTY.

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Employment Opportunity 4
Program Coordinator for the Deaf/Hearing Impaired
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Wake County, NC
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www.dhhs.state.nc.us

Position: Program Coordinator for the Deaf/Hearing Impaired
Working Title: TANC Administrator
Vacancy Number: 4451-0067-2500-032
Salary Grade: 72
Salary Range: $33,050-$54,4434
Department: Department of Health and Human Services
Division: Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Type of Appointment: Perm Full-time
Location: Wake County
Posting date: 07/02/04 Closing Date: 07/23/04

Description of Work:
This position serves as telecommunications relay service (TRS) administrator and monitors full compliance of a $4 million contract with relay vendor and compliance with state and federal regulations. Participates in policy development processes for relay services and administers the telecommunications equipment distribution program (TEDP) benefiting eligible NC residents.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Applicant must have experience in the areas of management, organization, supervision, public speaking and presenting. Must be familiar with state and federal laws related to relay services and TEDP programs. Must have extensive knowledge and experience with deaf, hard of hearing, and deaf-blind service provision as well as extensive knowledge of telecommunication needs of people with hearing and speech disabilities. Extensive experience with the operation and use of relay services and contract administration.

Management Preferences:
Sign Communications Proficiency Inventory (SCPI) skill level standard advanced.
Experience with FCC requirements for filing complaints.

Training and Experience Requirements:
Proficiency in signed communication. Master's degree in Rehab Counseling for the Deaf or Education for the Deaf and two years experience in a Deaf and/or Rehab program or graduation from a four year college or university with rehab counseling or education for the deaf and 4 years experience in a deaf and/or rehabilitation program and having proficiency in signed communication; or an equivalent combination of training and experience with sign proficiency. Degree must be from an accredited institution.

***This is a re-posted position***

How to apply:
All applicants must submit a State Application for Employment (PD-107) to the contact person below. Find at: http:// www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing a state application.

Contact person: Theresa Conyer
Contact agency: DHHS- SV Deaf/HH
Contact address: 319 Chapanoke Rd. Suite 108 Raleigh, NC 27603
Contact phone: 919-661-4810

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