Volume 24 Issue 2

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- Article 1: DeafAndHardOfHearing - Part 2 of Many Parts
The Awakening HOH Community
by Grace Tiessen
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Editor: We are delighted to be able to share an article that appeared in the summer edition of the SHHH Californian. Written by Grace Tiessen, "The Awakening HOH Community" addresses the services provided by the California agencies that serve the DeafAndHardOfHearing. The state of California provides these agencies almost six million dollars a year to provide services to the DeafAndHardOfHearing. This article examines how that money is spent.

I've taken the liberty of deleting detailed information on the eight regional centers. It's of interest to Californians, but probably not to others. The complete article is available at http://www.shhhca.org/pdfs/summer2005.pdf.

And please note the last paragraph of this article, and Grace's call for each of us to do one thing this year to improve accessibility for HOH people. I second that summons!

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THE AWAKENING HOH COMMUNITY
ODA spends $5.8 Million a Year
But very few services go to the HOH

This report describes the Office of Deaf Access (ODA) and the services and support given to hoh people.

The ODA is a government funded agency of the California Department of Social Services, and supports a network of offices and paid staff covering the entire state of California and gives money and services to deaf people almost exclusively.

The long term trend is toward fewer and fewer deaf people, due to testing the hearing of infants at birth, early intervention, advances in technology for hearing aids and the growing use of cochlear implants (CIs). At the same time, the number of hard of hearing people is growing rapidly due to an aging population (a shift in the demographics towards more people over age 50), a noisy environment, young people listening to loud music and the growing implantation of CIs.

Does the declining number of deaf people and the growing number of hard of hearing people threaten the survival of agencies that fail to provide services for the hard of hearing community? Why did schools for the deaf close in Massachusetts, Nebraska, North Carolina and Wyoming? Does the ODA need to change course and begin hiring qualified hard of hearing people to provide services to the hard of hearing community?

Some basic statistics:
- [There are approximately] 3,500,000 people in California who are hard of hearing or deaf
- 1.5% of these or 52,500 Californians are culturally Deaf, and use sign language only
- The ODA spends $5.8 million dollars a year. When justifying the numbers of qualifying residents, the numbers always reflect both the Deaf and the hard of hearing populations. Most of these funds are spent for services for the culturally Deaf.
- There are 8 ODA regions and 20 outreach centers, providing services to 152,000 hard of hearing or deaf persons in CA.
- We have an opportunity to request more equitable distribution of our tax money for hard of hearing people.

We have an opportunity to do the following:
- Ask the ODA for captioning, especially for large events of over 200 people. Ask them why there is always [an interpreter] and never a captioner at these events. (Remind them of the demographics listed above).
- Use your SHHH organization to represent the needs of hard of hearing people, by asking for captioning, help with paying for captioning, printing your newsletter, publicity, providing assistive listening devices, like FM and Infrared and providing training on how to use them.
- Of the 9 ODA websites, only three mention captioning. Unless we ask for it, they don't know we need it!
- Of the 8 ODA regions, only two have Outreach persons on staff to serve non-signing hard of hearing people. Try to get your Region to create a paid position of a hard of hearing Outreach person to support nonsigning hard of hearing people and cochlear implantees.

Teach the ODA about the needs of hard of hearing people:
- HOH people consider themselves as living in the hearing world. They socialize with hearing people, and get most services from hearing agencies.
- Accessibility for hard of hearing people means technology: Captioning, Assistive listening devices, FM, Infrared, Loop, Email
- Most hard of hearing people don't know sign language

The ODA in Fresno (DHHSC) is leading the way, and is a model region for ODA. (Congratulations to Rosemary Diaz, Susan Coulter and Lynn Toschi!). See www.shhhca.org/html/chapters/fresno.htm
- They have the only full time paid staff member in California (Susan Coulter, a hard of hearing SHHH member), whose job is to develop programs to support non-signing hard of hearing people and cochlear implantees.
- DHHSC received a grant from the city of Fresno for a Living with Hearing Loss program. Lynn Toschi, (a hard of hearing SHHH member) was hired part time to assist Susan in meeting the needs of hard of hearing clients.
- They supply the meeting room for the Fresno SHHH chapter, and Susan Coulter is the President.
- They present an excellent one-year "Living with Hearing Loss" series.
- They provide publicity for the SHHH meeting in Fresno.
- They provide an FM Loop and Real-Time Captioning for this meeting.
- They recognize hard of hearing people in the name of their agency, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service Center.

Several ODA regions have done a few things, but we need to ask for more:
- DHHSC (Fresno) and NorCal (Sacramento) have Outreach Counselors (hard of hearing SHHH members) on staff to develop programs for non-signing hard of hearing people and cochlear implantees.
- GLAD (Los Angeles) pays for captioning at the San Fernando Valley Chapter meeting.
- DCARA (San Leandro) has generously given money for captioning.
- DCARA is developing remote on line captioning.
- DHHSC in Fresno, CODIE in Riverside and NorCal in Sacramento sponsor an SHHH chapter and pay for some captioning.

So where do we go to find our local ODA region, and ask for help? ODA is part of the California Department of Social Services.
- Go to www.dss.cahwnet.gov
- Click on CDSS Web Sites
- Click on Office of Deaf Access
- Click on Deaf Access Assistance Program
- Click on DAP to see the counties in each region
- Click on DAP Headquarters and Outreach List to get contact information for the 8 regions and 20 outreach centers

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Continuing in our theme of a call to action for SHHH CA members: See if you can use this information to help you with your mission for 2005, when you will choose ONE action to help improve accessibility for hard of hearing people. This is a resource that we can all use, so let's let our voices be heard for the benefit of all of those who are hard of hearing.

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- Article 2: SHHH Convention: Friday Plenary Session
By Cheryl Heppner
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Editor: We weren't able to attend the SHHH Convention this year, but we have several great reports from reporter extraordinaire Cheryl Heppner that we'll be sharing over the next several issues. Thanks to her and NVRC for allowing us to bring you these reports.

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Steve Largent, President and CEO of CTIA-The Wireless Association gave an introduction thanking Federal Communications (FCC) Commissioner Michael J. Copps for his work with the wireless community. Largent said that he was a strong believer in telecommunication services for all, and recognized Brenda Battat for her leadership in this area.

Terry Portis presented Commissioner Copps with a Telecommunications Access Award for transforming the lives of people with hearing loss. Since his appointment to the FCC, Commissioner Copps has championed our causes, he said.

Commissioner Copps told the audience that he loves the SHHH slogan "opening the world of communication" and wishes that it could be carved in stone over the entrance of the FCC. Some of the topics he touched on:

- Each and every citizen of this great country should have the keys to the future; this kind of access is a civil right.

- SHHH has worked heroically against public misunderstanding to change hearts, minds and laws to educate a nation about the price it pays when it neglects the talents of 28 million people.

- The Americans with Disabilities Act celebrates its 15th anniversary and was the foundation for Section 255, requiring access to telecommunications products and services as well as Section 713 requiring captioning of television programming.

- "Functional equivalency" is an inelegant term that means equal rights and a fuller participation.

- The FCC has been part of some progress: 1991 with Telecommunications Relay Service rules, since updated 1997 with TV captioning rules, including visual information in emergencies 1999 with Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act 2003 with modification of the exemption of wireless phones from hearing aid compatibility

- Brenda Battat has been an able representative of SHHH; it is in no small part because of her work that hearing aid compatibility is being accomplished and that phones will be labeled, including in stores (the compliments to Brenda brought a standing ovation).

- It's a hollow celebration of the ADA unless we redirect to new visions and goals.

- There are challenges in education and outreach that still remain, as well as economic challenges.

- The Internet revolution is coming, and we will learn and play -- and possibly even govern -- differently than we have in the past. How do we harness this to get access? Those who get access to these new technologies will win and we need to be right alongside everyone else. We need to insist on getting these new technologies and not settle for less.

- How do we get there? The FCC should investigate and enforce. Investigate requiring labeling of mobile phone in stores operated independently -- SHHH members should send in comments on how they feel about this.

- Telecommunications Relay Service policies need to advance so they include the great new services on the horizon such as the captioned telephone and payment for the second line. Having both voice and text can be vital on the job.

- Broadband and IP relay should offer more opportunities for voice and text. It would be good to see FCC dialogue with equipment manufacturers and VOIP providers to harness these for our use and include us early on in the design process. Brenda Battat, Claude Stout of TDI have been instrumental in this, and Steve Largent of CTIA has been a champion of this cause.

- The policies for closed captioning should be reviewed as we approach our deadline and warnings about emergency information are also important. The groups involved in the caption quality petition are to be commended.

- The FCC needs to do more and better outreach. If we don't know about procedures, we can't comment on them. The Consumer Advisory Council has 9 representatives with disability interests, but it was a disappointment when the name was changed years ago from its focus on disability. Removing disability from the name sent an unfortunate message and he favors a focus exclusively on disability issues.

- An FCC goal should be to reach out to people and organizations who are stakeholders and who don't have the time and money to subscribe to the Daily Digest. Most can't afford that kind of representation. The FCC's role isn't to sit in their offices with green eye shades but to seek our input.

- The U.S. Supreme Court, earlier this week, ruled on "Brand X" with a definition of what is a telecommunication service and what is an information service. The court decision appears to give a green light for more services to be classified as information services. If that happens, it could mean an extraordinary setback for us. We need to make sure that the lawyers' gains in DC don't deny us opportunities and access. The FCC will really need our input.

- Public/private partnerships are partly their job and partly ours. He is a true believer in this kind of partnership -- government, industry and stakeholders working together as much as possible. It can be informal meetings and sharing. This is how we built America's infrastructure, its roads and bridges and canals.

- His daughter-in-law, Katie Copps, has worked with students who have hearing disabilities since high school and for the past two years at River School in DC. She also tries to reach beyond her students. Recently she talked to a group of Eagle Scouts and mesmerized them with her information about life for people with hearing loss. Katie understands solutions go beyond laws and regulations and that solutions mean all of us.

-- We'll get it done because a lot of other people are beginning to care. What made our country work is not the Declaration of Independence but the interdependence of all of us.

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- Article 3: Fellowship Opportunity for Women Pursuing Ph.D.
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Editor: Here's a great $1200 fellowship opportunity for women with hearing loss who are pursuing Ph.D. degrees.

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2006 IADES FELLOWSHIP AWARD

The International Alumnae of Delta Epsilon Sorority (IADES), an alumnae sorority of Gallaudet University, Washington, D.C., is a firm believer in encouraging deaf women to achieve greater academic success in obtaining their doctoral degrees.

Since 1989, IADES has been granting one annual fellowship award to a qualified deaf woman pursuing a Ph.D. degree.

The 2006 IADES Fellowship Award is $1200, which is intended for tuition costs only during the 2006 spring academic year, and which will be payable to the recipient's college or university in January.

Eligibility is determined on the basis of the doctoral applicant's attainment of:
A. 12 or more credits and
B. GPA of 3.0 (or better).

The application process will require the following documents:
1. the IADES Fellowship Award application form, completely filled out;
2. official transcripts of your M.A. and Ph.D. records;
3. a recent copy of your audiogram, or a letter from a certified audiologist, doctor, or other appropriate professional verifying your hearing loss;
4. two letters of recommendation:
a) one from your advisor or professor in your doctoral program
b) one from your current employer or from a deaf leader who knows you well, both professionally and socially

All submitted documents will be kept strictly confidential by the Committee.

Applicants may request an application form from:
IADES Fellowship Award Committee
2453 Bear Den Rd.
Frederick, MD 21701

or send e-mail request to Fellowship@iades.org

Deadline to receive the completed application is: SEPTEMBER 15, 2005

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- Article 4: Hearing Loss Web Graphics Available Online
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In a shameless act of self-promotion, we want to let you know that we have added a couple of Hearing Loss Web banners to our website. These are for those of you who have a link to our site, or would like to add a link to our site. Rather than using a text link, consider using one of these classy banners!

The banners were provided by Carol Charron (carol@westmiwebfinders.com). She is an independent web broker and is very knowledgeable about the Internet. You might want to contact her when you consider your next web project.

You can view and download the banners at http://www.hearinglossweb.com/Misc/graphics.htm

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- Classifieds
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One Online captioner and 11 Employment Opportunities appear in this issue. (Ads appear after this brief table of contents.)

CaptionsOnline
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Employment Opportunity 1
Director of Outreach Services
Washington School for the Deaf
Vancouver, WA

Employment Opportunity 2
Full-time, Tenure Track or Pre-Tenure Track Position
Department of Social Work
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC

Employment Opportunity 3
Staff Attorney - Telecommunications Advocacy
California Center for Law and the Deaf
San Leandro, CA

Employment Opportunity 4
Assistant Professor-English specialization in teaching Deaf students
Mesa College
San Diego, CA

Employment Opportunity 5
Program Director
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC

Employment Opportunity 6
Program Specialist: Adult Services
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC

Employment Opportunity 7
Program Specialist: Substance Abuse Services
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC

Employment Opportunity 8
Tenure Track and Pre-Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC

Employment Opportunity 9
Web Designer
HTMLaddict.com

Employment Opportunity 10
Member Services & Information Technology Officer
TDI
Silver Spring, MD

Employment Opportunity 11
Early Childhood Educator
CID Oral School & Outreach Center
Silver Spring, MD

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Employment Opportunity 1
Director of Outreach Services
Washington School for the Deaf
Vancouver, WA
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Opening Date: April 15, 2005
Start Date: August 1, 2005
Bulletin #0105-LL-OC
Exempt Position

This twelve-month Outreach Program Director position reports to the Superintendent and is responsible for coordinating outreach activities to serve deaf and hard-of-hearing students throughout the State of Washington. The individual appointed to this position must be willing to travel. Please contact us about this exciting opportunity!

SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - 76,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

PRIMARY DUTIES (including but not limited to):
- Coordinate a full range of educational planning services and activities for deaf and hard-of-hearing students located in school districts throughout the state.
- Supervise and evaluate outreach department staff which includes school psychologists, speech and language pathologists, audiologist, early childhood specialists, communication specialists and more.
- Consult with teachers, school staff, parents and school district personnel to ensure appropriate learning experiences and attend IEP meetings.
- Analyze functional behavioral analysis, behavioral programs and plans. Participate in the admissions process.
- Develop and implement behavioral intervention plans, safety plans and educational programs in collaboration with outreach staff and school personnel to support positive learning environments for students in the classroom.
- Provide case management support.
- Improve professional competence through participation through staff development activities.
- Design and conduct training modules.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of principles, techniques, and methods of developing and implementing behavioral support plans.
- Knowledge of the unique educational needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- Knowledge of Special Education laws, grant writing, and contracting of services.
- Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, school staff, parents, school district personnel and deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- Ability to use technology effectively.
- Sound personal and professional judgment and ability to work with little or no direct supervision.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a Master's Degree
- Ability to obtain Washington state certification as a School Administrator.
- Previous experience with distance learning methods and techniques.
- Fluency in American Sign Language and in written English.
- Desirable qualifications include three years experience as a school administrator and prior experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- This position requires travel throughout the state of Washington.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Background inquiries of convictions and pending criminal charges shall be completed on applicants prior to the appointment to positions at the Washington School for the Deaf. Information obtained from background inquiries will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's character, suitability and competence to perform in the position applied for and may result in a denial of employment. Applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the background inquiry. Failure to do so may disqualify the applicant from employment.
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and copies of credentials to the Human Resources office.
- If claiming Veteran's preference, applicant must submit a copy of DD-214 form.

HOW TO APPLY:
Submit a completed application, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and copies of credentials to:

Washington School for the Deaf
Human Resources Office
611 Grand Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98661

Applications are accessible on the internet at www.wsd.wa.gov or by contacting the Human Resources office at (360) 696-6525 ext 4326 (V/TTY) or by email at april.rounds@wsd.wa.gov.

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Employment Opportunity 2
Full-time, Tenure Track or Pre-Tenure Track Position
Department of Social Work
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC
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Gallaudet University serves deaf and hard of hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions.

General Information: The Department of Social Work seeks candidates for a full-time, ll-month, tenure track position for the 2005-2006 academic year. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This contract is renewable based on annual evaluations. To be considered for a tenure track position at Gallaudet University , a candidate must possess a terminal degree; applicants who lack a terminal degree may apply for a pre-tenure track position, renewable up to three years, prior to being awarded a tenure-track position. Appointment date: August 16, 2005 . Position contingent on funding.

Qualifications: Candidates for pre-tenure track must have an MSW degree, five years experience as a school social worker, and must be enrolled in a terminal degree program in social work or a closely related field. Candidates for tenure track must have an MSW, a terminal degree in social work or a closely related field, as well as five years experience as a school social worker. Candidates should possess knowledge and ability to work with diverse groups. Candidates should provide evidence of teaching at the University level, professional activity, and have experience in teaching and curriculum development. Applicants must either be fluent in ASL or must be willing to develop sign communication skills in accordance with the Gallaudet University Faculty Guidelines.

Responsibilities: Candidates should expect to coordinate and continue the development of the School Social Work specialization; teach designated courses related to the Specialization; collaborate with the National Mission Demonstration Program at the Clerc Center in the development of training materials to support the social/emotional well-being of deaf children; fulfill department expectations for scholarship and service. Tenure track faculty are also expected to participate actively in University, school and departmental activities; develop curricula, develop and write grant proposals; perform research activities, publish regularly, and develop student research activities.

Application Procedures: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send a letter of application clearly outlining your fit with the job description and requirements, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and your personal and/or academic connection to diverse communities. In addition to this letter, please send your curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:

Office of the Dean
College of Liberal Arts, Sciences, and Technologies
150 Hall Memorial Building
Gallaudet University
800 Florida Avenue, NE, Washington , DC 20002

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Employment Opportunity 3
Staff Attorney - Telecommunications Advocacy
California Center for Law and the Deaf
San Leandro, CA
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California Center for Law and the Deaf has an exciting opportunity for an individual who seeks immediate responsibility and challenge to advance the interests of deaf and hard-of-hearing people to equal telecommunications access.

Salary and Benefits -- $39,957 per year depending on experience and skills, plus fringe benefits which include Medical, Dental, Optical and Life Insurance.

This position is funded by the California Consumer Protection Foundation for one year. Refunding for a second year is uncertain.

For more information, please e-mail us at calclad@deaflaw.org.

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Employment Opportunity 4
Assistant Professor-English specialization in teaching Deaf students
San Diego Mesa Community College
San Diego, CA
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10 month tenure track position.
Application deadline: August 11, 2005

For a full job description, information, and application procedures, please visit our Web site www.sdccd.net/employment Click on Current Openings (Academic, Mesa College), Assistant Professor-English with a Specialization in Teaching Deaf Students. Forms and flyer can be downloaded. Must meet minimum qualifications in English or ESL or equivalent. To learn more about California Community College minimum qualifications, please see www.cccregistry.org go to link for minimum qualifications. Additional questions may be emailed to lbailey@sdccd.edu

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Employment Opportunity 5
Program Director
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
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Journey, Inc. seeks an energetic, self-motivated Program Director to provide leadership to the agency as it initiates its mental health & case management service offerings to the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind community. The Program Director is responsible for all aspects of agency mission and management, include finance, human resources, administration/operations, marketing, direct services, managing meetings of the Board of Directors and its committees, records management, and community/agency relations.

In addition to having proven leadership skills and the ability to guide the agency through its initial development phase, the successful candidate must have:

* Ability to create a vision, communicate it to others, and motive others to enlist them in fulfilling that vision
* Ability to multi-task and cope effectively with stress
* Ability to envision and grasp both the "big picture" and able to cope effectively with detail
* Excellent analytical abilities, both operational and programmatic
* Proven ability to select, direct and motivate in teams
* Proven ability to work manage and supervise others
* Familiarity with desk-top publishing software (Publisher, Quark, etc.)
* Thorough understanding of client charting requirements
* Thorough understanding of requirements of third-party and Medicaid billing requirements
* Knowledge of relevant professional codes of ethics
* Fluent in both ASL and English, including written English
* Fully competent in both Deaf and hearing cultures

Qualified candidates must have a master's degree in a related field with 10 years or more of relevant management-level experience, or a bachelor's degree in a related field with 15 years or more of relevant management-level experience. Candidates should also have training and education specific to the field of mental health and case management, especially as it relates to Deafness. LCSW, LPA, LPC, Ph.D., or Psy.D. and NC license preferred but not required.

Journey, Inc. provides mental health and case management services to Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind consumers in Mecklenburg, Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland, Union, Cabarrus, Stanly, Rowan, and Davidson counties, NC. Journey, Inc. is based in Charlotte, NC, and is a joint venture of CICS Language Solutions, Inc. in Charlotte and Interpreters, Inc. in Raleigh.

Salary range for the position is $55,000 - $80,000 per year.

Deadline for applications is July 30, 2005. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé via e-mail to:

John C. Quillin
jcquillin@CICSLanguageSolutions.com

Qualified candidates will be contacted for additional information. No phone calls, please.

Journey, Inc
PO Box 34183
Charlotte, NC 28234-4183
704.532.7446 (voice)
704.532.7429 (fax)
704.532.7430 (tty)
www.JourneyMH.com

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Employment Opportunity 6
Program Specialist: Adult Services
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
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Journey, Inc. seeks an independent, resourceful Program Specialist: Adult Services to provide direct services and case management to Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Deaf-Blind consumers. The Program Specialist is responsible for all services directed towards the adult (over 18) population.

In addition to having proven skills, the successful candidate must have:

* Ability to multi-task and cope effectively with stress
* Resourcefulness and creativity required to develop client resources
* Excellent client advocacy skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills, especially with clients and their families
* Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to grasp the "big picture"
* Thorough understanding of client charting requirements
* Thorough understanding of requirements of third-party and Medicaid billing requirements
* Knowledge of relevant professional codes of ethics
* Fluent in both ASL and English, including written English
* Fully competent in both Deaf and hearing cultures

Qualified candidates must have (1) a Masters degree in a related human service field with at least one year of full -time, post-graduate accumulated MH/DD/SAS experience with the population served or (2) a baccalaureate degree in a related human service field with two years of full-time, post-baccalaureate accumulated MH/DD/SAS experience with the population served. or (3) a baccalaureate degree in an unrelated human service field and has four years of full-time, post-baccalaureate accumulated MH/DD/SAS experience with the population served and/or (4) a register nurse who is licensed to practice in the State of NC by the NC Board of Nursing and has four years of full-time accumulated experience in psychiatric mental health nursing. Additionally, training and education specific to the field of mental health and/or case management, especially as it relates to Deafness is preferred. LCSW, LPA, LPC, Ph.D., or Psy.D. and NC license preferred but not required.

Salary range for the position is $30,000 - $55,000 per year.

Deadline for applications is July 30, 2005. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé via e-mail to:

John C. Quillin
jcquillin@CICSLanguageSolutions.com

Qualified candidates will be contacted for additional information. No phone calls, please.

Journey, Inc
PO Box 34183
Charlotte, NC 28234-4183
704.532.7446 (voice)
704.532.7429 (fax)
704.532.7430 (tty)
www.JourneyMH.com

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Employment Opportunity 7
Program Specialist: Substance Abuse Services
Journey, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
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In addition to having proven skills, the successful candidate must have:

Salary range for the position is $30,000 - $55,000 per year.

Deadline for applications is July 30, 2005. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé via e-mail to:

John C. Quillin
jcquillin@CICSLanguageSolutions.com

Qualified candidates will be contacted for additional information. No phone calls, please.

Journey, Inc
PO Box 34183
Charlotte, NC 28234-4183
704.532.7446 (voice)
704.532.7429 (fax)
704.532.7430 (tty)
www.JourneyMH.com

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Employment Opportunity 8
Tenure Track and Pre-Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC
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Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, heard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions.

Tenure Track and Pre-Tenure Track Faculty Positions

Department of Biology-Researcher
Department of Social Work-School Social Work Specialization
Department of Psychology-Undergrad & School Psych (beginning August 2006)

For detailed job descriptions, go to:
http://academicaffairs.gallaudet.edu/jobs

Send letter of application, vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:

GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY
Office of the CLAST Dean/Attn: R. Hogan
Hall Memorial Bldg., E150
800 Florida Ave., NE
Washington, DC 20022-3695

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Employment Opportunity 9
Web Designer
HTMLaddict.com
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HTMLaddict.com provides internet services including web development, design, internet marketing. We are currently seeking an all around person whose main strength is in making really good looking websites.

The successful candidate will receive entry-level compensation with full benefits*, bonus system and yearly raises and is expected to grow into the role of Project Manager.
*Benefits will begin after the probation period.

To learn more about the position and apply online, go to https://htmladdict.com/jobs.

Any questions; go to https://htmladdict.com/jobs/contact.htm.

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Employment Opportunity 10
Member Services & Information Technology Officer
TDI
Silver Spring, MD
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Position: Member Services & Information Technology Officer

General Description: Member Services & Information Technology Officer is responsible for member services, webmaster/layout design activities, and information technology for TDI's publications, websites, and related programs/services.

Salary: Negotiable, commensurate with experience & education
Organization: TDI
Type of Appointment: Full-time
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Posting Date: 7/7/2005
Closing Date: 7/31/2005

Duties & Responsibilities:
* Maintain membership database on a regular basis. Resolve member/subscriber service issues.
* Conduct layout/graphic design services for the Blue Book, the GA-SK Newsmagazine, TDI's website, biennial TDI Conference, and any other TDI operations including but not limited to: brochures, membership and subscription application/renewal forms, promotional cards, program books, power point presentations, and video clip productions.
* Assess information technology needs of TDI's operations, develop plans, and implement action to accomplish these needs.
* Represent TDI at various events hosted by consumer, industry and/or government groups.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Required - Substantial knowledge of techniques, tools, and other resources in database management, online SQL experience preferred.
* Required - Ability to create and layout written material for websites, publications, information and referral program, and outreach/training activities.
* Required - Ability to produce video clips and other interactive features for TDI's in-house and remote websites.
* Required - Substantial knowledge of techniques, tools, and other resources in database management, and information technology.
* Required - Excellent personal interaction skills with diverse individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, deaf-blind or hearing.
* Required - Excellent writing and research skills.
* Required - Excellent computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, and Access. Experience with Web design and/or database management software preferred.
* Required - Self-starting ability, and planning and organizing skills in nonprofit management environment.
* Required - Experience with user interface web design and architecture.
* Required - Knowledge and application of web accessibility features required by Section 508 and by W3C/WAI.
* Required - Skills in HTML, SQL, and JavaScript development.
* Required - Familiarity with SQL and other database programming languages.
* Preferred - ASP.NET or PHP programming experience.
* Preferred - Familiarity with the latest Internet technologies (Flash, multimedia video).
* Preferred - Knowledge of accessibility regulations, policies and procedures in telecommunications, media, and information technology for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, or deaf-blind and their families.
* Preferred - General knowledge of resources in hearing loss at local, state, and national levels in relation to telecommunications, media, and information technology

Training and Experience Requirements:

Preferably a Master's degree in communications, computer science, engineering, mathematics, information technology, or related curriculum and one year of experience; or a bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and three years of experience. Experience in database administration, technical writing, and design documentation.

How to Apply:
All applicants must submit a letter of interest and a resume to TDI. Applications must be received at the TDI office by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date. Email submissions are welcome. No phone calls please.

TDI selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.

Contact Person: Claude L. Stout, Executive Director
Contact Agency: TDI
Contact Address:
8630 Fenton Street, Suite 604, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910-3803
Contact Numbers:
TTY: (301) 589-3006; Voice: (301) 589-3786; Fax: (301) 589-3797
WWW & Email: www.tdi-online.org tdiexdir@aol.com

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Employment Opportunity 11
Early Childhood Educator
CID Oral School & Outreach Center
Silver Spring, MD
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CID Oral School & Outreach Center seeks an Early Childhood Educator for a teaching position in the preschool department for the 2005-2006 school year. CID is an auditory oral school where hearing-impaired children learn to listen and talk. Candidates should be motivated, organized and flexible, have experience teaching young children, and be willing to work closely with a team of teachers of the hearing impaired. Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Early Childhood Education is required; Master's degree is preferred. Additional certification in special education is desirable.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience along with excellent insurance benefits, retirement, and a tax-sheltered savings plan. Qualified applicants may send resume, cover letter and salary history to:

Teacher
c/o Human Resources
Central Institute for the Deaf
4560 Clayton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110

or e-mail to: atighe@cid.wustl.edu

EOE/M/F/D/V

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