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Nanny needed who knows ASL. We are a deaf and hearing couple with a recently adopted 10 month old from Ethiopia. We use both sign and English at home but would like our son to learn ASL. We also have a much beloved dog. We are both artists and professors and we live on the Near West Side. While it is important to us that our son learn ASL it is most important that his caretaker is responsible, loving, competent and actively engages with the child they are working with and the family they are working for. We are looking for someone that can work 3 or 4 days a week and pay will range between $10-$13 depending on experience and responsibilities.

For more information please contact Amy and avogel@saic.edu

Sinai Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program have a full time position available for an individual with a master's degree in a related field. The candidate needs to have fluency in American Sign Language and able to communicate with various levels of communication as well as with individuals who have minimal language
skills.

Therapist will be responsible for providing psychotherapy (individual, group and family) for chronically mentally ill adults and children.
Therapist will also need to provide services that affirm client's strengths, broaden their problem-solving abilities, and increase their self-knowledge. Candidate needs to have knowledge of Deaf culture, be very familiar with DSM IV, different types of therapies, and with Medicaid Rules.

Please send your resume and cover letter to the attention of:

Catherine Ortiz, LCSW
ortca@sinai.org
Outpatient Manager
Sinai Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Voice: 773-257-5318
TTY: 773-257-6959
Fax: 773-257-5330

Position: Professional Developement Program Specialist
The qualified candidate will be responsible for working as a member of a Professional Development Team collobarating on projects, programs and training needs for the department. This will be a FT position requiring regular interfacing with interpreters for training and mentoring purposes. Work will be performed in a VRS Center or at a distance using Videophone and internet technology. This position will also provide skills assessment, feedback, and develop action plans for interpreters. This position will work as an Interpreter Skills Diagnosticitian (on a team and independently.) In addition, the candidate will be responsible for taking a leadership role on one or more programs within the PD department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work as a member of the PD team for developing, testing and implementing new training and mentoring concepts for VRS centers working with the LMP and VI-P programs

Be available to provide mentorship to interpreters enrolled in the Language Mentor Program

Provide screening/Dx assessments for interpreters

Provide feedback that corralates back to the interpreters professsional development plan

Be available to assess needs and provide additional support for the VIs, VI-Ps, and mentors

Work as a member of a team dedicated to the professional growth and development of interpreters

Be available to provide skill building workshops

Accept ongoing assignments and projects as assigned by PD or Headquarters

Qualifications:

5-10 years experience mentoring, providing workshop training, and teaching interpreters

2 - 5 years experience in interpreter assessment and diagnostics

Certification as a sign language interpreter (CI/CT, CDI, NIC or a comprehensive certificate granted through state or other certifying entity) (strongly preferred)

ASLTA Certificate (prefered)

Program and/or Project management experience (strongly preferred)

Solid understanding of the RID Code of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct

Ability to work in Excel, MS Word, Power Point and with other computer-based systems

Knowledgeable about FCC regulations (preferred)

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Tim Mahoney - IL-I5,T5, MO-4, NIC-Adv

Manager/Trainer - Downtown Chicago VRS Center

Sorenson Communications

office:   877-362-1702

cell:     312-513-1901

vp:       866-924-2871

fax:      312-922-1502

email:   tmahoney@sorenson.com

web:    www.sorensonvrs.com

Work @ CPD

Chicago Park District - Department Of Human Resources

Job Title: Special Recreation Instructor – Part Time
Location: TBA
Contact: Sarah B. Faber, Program Specialist for Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing

Duties: Plans and implements a community recreation curriculum and teaches a variety of physical, leisure, adapted aquatics and recreation activities to citizens deaf & hard of hearing and to other special populations. Instructs and supervises Park District patrons involved in sports, games and recreation and athletics. Demonstrates proper techniques and skills for recreation and athletic activities. Accompanies, supervises and coaches athletes at local, regional, national and international sporting competitions and other scheduled events. Plans and implements a Summer Day Camp for Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Youth, called Camp Sign during the summer months.

Evaluates individual skill levels and assesses the leisure capacity of program participants. Develops and identifies realistic recreation and athletic goals for deaf/hard-of-hearing patrons and other special populations. Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for specialized recreation and athletic activities. Helps develop and promote the Park District special recreation program. Contributes to program management in the areas of planning, monitoring and training program volunteers. Provides technical supervision for personnel assigned to work with participants. Issues and maintains an inventory of recreation equipment and supplies. Sets up recreation apparatus and equipment. Performs general administrative duties including but not limited to registration, fee collection, maintenance of health records and parental release forms, and other record keeping duties. Supervises unorganized play and enforces Park District rules and regulations. Conducts and attends workshops and in-service training seminars.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of at least 20 credit hours in an accredited college or university in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, Recreation or a closely related field, plus one year experience in Therapeutic Recreation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Required to be fluent in American Sign Language. An Associate of Arts degree in one of these fields is recommended. A Bachelor of Arts degree is preferred. Certification Requirement: Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized organization. Certification Recommended: Therapeutic Recreation Assistant or Specialist (National Council for Therapeutic Certification), Adapted Aquatics Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, Special Olympics Sport Coach (various). Must be fluent in ASL-American Sign Language.

2009 Wages: $15.42 per hour, approximately 25 hours per week, summer - 35 hours per week

Application Period: 8/3/09-8/17/09

Any vacancy posted is pending Budget approval. Selection will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application form. Names of qualified applicants will be placed on an employment list. Being on an employment list is not an offer or guarantee of employment with the Chicago Park District. An employment list is merely a statement of eligibility. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

Residency in the City of Chicago is required of all employees.

JOB APPLICATION FORM can be found on www.chicagoparkdistrict.com . Click on “Work @ CPD”. On the RIGHT HAND CORNER, download “Human Resources Application”.

Please mail your application, resume and cover letter to (faxes are not acceptable) to:

Human Resource DEPT - Chicago Park District, 541 N. Fairbank Ct. Chicago, IL 60611

If you have any questions, feel free to email me anytime.

Thank you,

Sarah B Faber

Program Specialist

Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing

Chicago Park District

@Horner Park

2741 W. Montrose Avenue

Chicago, IL 60618

866.932.7461 VP

773.478.3374 TTY

773.478.0144 Fax

sarah.faber@chicagoparkdistrict.com

Any questions, please feel free to contact me at sarah.faber@chicagoparkdistrict.com

Support staff needed for Deafblind Woman

Seeking dedicated attentive female staff to support a young woman with varied interests and skills who resides in the near north suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.
The staff will be responsible for providing assistance to the young woman, who is challenged by auditory and visual impairments, as well as a physical disability, as she seeks to improve her quality of life by attending to her daily needs, seeking employment & volunteer opportunities, and participating in social, recreational, & educational activities..

Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED and knowledge of ASL/Signed English.
Illinois Driver's License is required.
Tactile sign experience a plus.
The potential compensation will be $15/hour and above, depending on experience.
This is a part-time position, with on-call availability also required.
Practicum credit may be available for students.

Please contact Lynn Soukal, Director of Human Resources,
Garden Center Services, at 708/398-6512. Fax resume to
708-636-7955 or email to lsoukal@gardencenterservices.org
Visit www.gardencenterservices.org to obtain an employment application form.

Silver Spring, MD – The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) seeks a
dynamic, energetic and creative person to lead its Youth Leadership
Programs, which include Youth Leadership Camp, Junior NAD, Miss Deaf
America Ambassador and College Bowl programs and related events and
activities.

For the past nine years, Jennifer Yost Ortiz has held this position.
“It is with bittersweet feeling that I leave the NAD for new
challenges. I am proud of my work with NAD youth leadership programs
and I am sure the new director will gain the same tremendous personal
and professional growth as I did. I am leaving a great team of
passionate people who work diligently to strengthen the NAD and ensure
a brighter future for our youth. My commitment and loyalty to NAD will
continue as always.”

“We wish Jennifer the best in her new career endeavors, and even as
she moves on, we know she’ll always be a supporter of NAD youth
efforts. Under her leadership, our youth programs have undergone many
wonderful changes and improvements. She has also been an inspiration
and role model for deaf youth nationwide,” said Nancy J. Bloch, chief
executive officer. “Many have gone on to become leaders in their own
right within the community and in their workplaces – this is
testimonial to her work and the success of NAD Youth Leadership
Programs.”

Interested persons are encouraged to review the Director of Youth
Leadership Programs position announcement
[http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=176&qid=180413
Director.doc]; applications must be received at the NAD by 12 noon
Eastern time on Monday, August 10, 2009.

Michael K. Berger
Region II Representative
National Association of the Deaf
Invest in Our Future!
www.nad.org

50th Biennial NAD Conference
Celebrate Our Heritage. Invest in Our Future.
July 7-11, 2010
Philadelphia Marriott-Downtown
Philadelphia, PA

AO (Alternative Opportunities) , the parent company of Lakes Country Resource Center is seeking several support staff for their residential program in St. Louis.

SUPPORT STAFF: Support Staff work in the homes and communities of people needing supports. S/he will serve as a mentor supporting people to learn and
practice skills needed to live in their own home and community.
Work with assigned DHH individuals with their weekly schedule
Teach persons served independent living skills which could include community integration, personal hygiene, health care practices, wellness issues, socialization, recreation, money management, household skills, shopping and other needed skills to be independent
Support persons served in developing meaningful relationships/ connections in the community
Support persons served in making responsible choices
Notify the Team Leader/Coordinator if the person served has a problem or is not meeting their goals
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
High school diploma required and preferred experience working with people with hearing losses and developmental disabilities
Must have and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, Medication Administration, and Peaceful Intervention (AO can provide this training if you don't already have these certifications)
Valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance is required
Occasional standing, walking, sitting, use of hands, handle, and reach with hands and arms, lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Pass background check including criminal record, driving record and abuse/neglect
Three positive references, at least 2 from previous employers
Good communication skills
Respectful attitude toward persons with hearing losses
Ability to work with a team of people toward goals
Ability to write reports and document data
Possess the skills the person he/she is chosen to support needs to learn
Reliable vehicle
Pay dependent upon education and experience.
P/T and F/T jobs available

Deaf persons are encouraged to apply!

Interested candidates please contact

Karin Stout-Foster, MSW, CDS
DHH Coordinator
AO/Lakes Country Resource Center
10820 Sunset Office Drive, Suite 101
St. Louis, MO 63127
314-835-1157 (TTY)
314-835-0226 Ext. 17 (Voice)
314-835-9204 Fax
www.aoinc.org

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