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FW: Iowa Department for the Blind Director's Position
by ebell＠pdrib.com 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

The Iowa Commission for the Blind is seeking applications for the position of Director of the Iowa Department for the Blind. The incumbent functions as the director of the Department for the Blind, an executive branch agency of Iowa state government. The director heads the state agency providing services to blind persons. These services include vocational and independent living rehabilitation, adult orientation center training, the business enterprises program, and library services for the blind and physically disabled. The director is exempt from the merit employment system of Iowa state government and serves at the pleasure of the commission, which seeks applicants with a positive philosophy of blindness, high expectations of blind persons, and commitment to providing an array of services which includes rehabilitation that leads to work and other services empowering blind persons to discover and maintain self-reliant independence. It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment. *Minimum Qualification Requirements: This is a non-merit position. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university and have at least five years' experience in management level work. Salary Range: $63,690 - $97,460 annually, plus comprehensive benefit package. For further information, contact Tiffany Bickell at 515-281-1336 or 800-362-2587. Applicants should not apply through BrassRing/Department of Administrative Services ***Applications through BrassRing/Department of Administrative Services only will not be accepted, please follow below instructions*** Persons who wish to be considered for this position must submit a resume and letter of application to Tiffany Bickell via email @ Tiffany.Bickell at blind.state.ia.us no later than the closing September 5, 2016 at 11:00 pm CST. Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype: edwardbell2010 ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************************************************************** "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould From: Tiffany Bickell [mailto:Tiffany.Bickell at blind.state.ia.us] Sent: Monday, August 29, 2016 9:05 AM To: ebell at latech.edu Subject: Iowa Department for the Blind Director's Position Dr. Bell, The Iowa Department for the Blind is re-posting the job announcement for the director position. Could you please send out the attached announcement to your list serve? Thank you so much, Tiffany Bickell Executive Assistant to the Director Commission Board Secretary

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Job Opening at BISM
by mperet＠BISM.org 22 Aug '16

22 Aug '16

BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND POSITION POSTING If interested please contact Andy McIver at amciver at bism.org<mailto:amciver at bism.org> or call 410-737-2648. Date Posted: 08/22/16 Requested start date: ASAP Position Title: Rehabilitation Instructor / Structured Discovery Department: Rehabilitation - Baltimore Hiring Manager: Andy McIver Salary: $32,500 - $48,750 Number: 1 Position Available Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday* *Evening and weekends as needed Essential Position Functions: 1. Provide training in areas of the CORE program: Computer Technology, Independent Living, and Braille & Orientation & Mobility to CORE Students. Emphasis will be on Technology. 2. Provides day-to-day training and education of others; works in a creative environment which requires invention, imagination, originality and talent; (CORE Program.) 3. Participates in planning, implementation and evaluation of objectives and goals. 4. Principal mentor and coach to others (including CORE students.) 5. Provide blindness philosophy training to CORE program students. 6. Externally promotes the organization and participates in public or private functions as a representative of the company. 7. Prepare monthly reports and evaluations. 8. Work closely with Youth and Senior training programs as needed. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. 10. Provide training in the homes of potential students in all areas of Rehabilitation Training. Qualifications: 1. Requires education or learning beyond high school which was acquired by a prolonged course of specialized instruction. 2. Must be able to read and interpret industry-specific journals, financial reports and legal documents. 3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. May be required to travel. 5. Must be proficient in alternative skills of blindness. Candidates must complete the position bidding form, take it to their current manager and have him/her complete the recommendation section, then give the form to the hiring manager. E.E.O. M/F/D/V www.bism.org<http://www.bism.org>

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Braille Instructor Structured Discovery Program
by ebell＠pdrib.com 22 Aug '16

22 Aug '16

FYI, please note: NCUEB certification will be considered in place of NLS certification. R-3385 Reference # 5229463 Posting Date: August 16, 2016 AIDB is sensitive to the needs of individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing and for qualified applicants and employees will make reasonable accommodations. POSITION: Braille Instructor (260 Day Program) Structured Discovery Program / Office of Field Services, Birmingham Regional Center POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Must have obtained a bachelor's degree in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy or related field; certification in teaching of the visually impaired; or have documentation of at least one year of successful experience in teaching Braille. OR * Must have successfully completed a Structured Discovery Program and demonstrate knowledge of the Structured Discovery philosophy and means by which Braille instruction is integrated into core curriculum components. * Must know how to read the Braille code and how to write Braille using a slate and stylus. * Must demonstrate competency in Braille by scoring 90% on the AIDB Braille Skills Assessment within the first 120 days of employment. * Must obtain the Library of Congress National Library Service in Unified English Braille Transcriber Certification within twelve (12) months of employment date. * Must have a demonstrated good past attendance record. * Must illustrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff; consumers and their families; program graduates; peer Braille instructors; advisory groups; and agencies such as the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services along with contemporary Structured Discovery Programs. * Must demonstrate maturity, self-motivation and the ability to exercise sound judgment. * Must illustrate outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Must either possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, blind or deafblind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss. * Must be computer literate and skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite. * The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to, FBI and ABI record repositories. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $49.65 and appear for scheduled fingerprinting appointment. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Conduct Braille student pre/post assessments, focusing on the Structured Discovery student's long/short-term needs grounded in nonvisual techniques; cognitive problem solving; and concerted strategies for clarifying attitudes and raising expectations surrounding blindness. * Based on said assessment and continued evaluation, provide individualized Braille instruction and consultation for Structured Discovery Program participants. * Prepare lesson plans inclusive of sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student's assessed needs; Individualized Employment Plan and/or Personal Futures Plan; functioning and motivational levels. * Prepare and use equipment and materials for the development of Braille skills, following the Structured Discovery curricula and philosophy. * Integrate other Structured Discovery curricula core components (Orientation & Mobility, Assistive Technology, Independent Living, Residential Living, etc.) into lessons and Braille tasks. * Participate in cross-training in other Structured Discovery curricula core components (Orientation & Mobility, Assistive Technology, Independent Living, Residential Living). * Document Structured Discovery participant attendance and progress daily in written reports. * Manage an orderly classroom conducive to learning. * Use Gentry Referral Information Net (GRIN), maintaining student progress and monthly reports. * Provide in-service to AIDB and Structured Discovery staff as needed. * Participate in Structured Discovery Strategic Planning to provide a continuum of services aligning with AIDB's efforts to design innovative instructional programs to meet the unique and changing education and rehabilitation needs of students, consumers and families. * Educate through marketing/public relations to enhance/expand Structured Discovery. * Participate in departmental, inner-agency and campus-wide faculty/committee meetings, state/national meetings, workshops, presentations, conferences and consumer groups, sharing information and best practice methodology to internal/external audiences. * Review/update the Structured Discovery curriculum as necessary. * Demonstrate professionalism in behavior and dress that serves as a role model, setting a good example for Structured Discovery participants and aligning with the AIDB culture. * Perform other duties as assigned. SALARY: $32,898 - $48,054 Scale MR Rank 5A (HS and Structured Discovery Program Completion) $35,404 - $53,696 Scale MR Rank 5B (BS- Class B Certification) $37,082 - $56,201 Scale MR Rank 5M (MS- Class A Certification) (260 Days) Direct deposit is required. This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

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Cane Travel and Assistive Tech Trainer Needed in New Mexico
by ebell＠pdrib.com 22 Aug '16

22 Aug '16

Greetings, Please distribute the following announcement widely and forward to any you believe may be interested. The New Mexico Commission for the Blind Orientation Center is seeking a motivated individual with a positive philosophy of blindness to join our team as a blindness Skills Instructor in the area of cane Travel or Computers and Assistive Technology. The orientation Center is certified by the National Blindness Professional certification Board, NBPCB, as a structured Discovery Cane Travel, SDCT, center and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, CARF. We serve between 10 and 15 students daily with an average class size of 1 to 2 students. If you are interested in working with us, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1509194/blindness-skil ls-instructor-cfb-64121 To those using screen readers, you will need to update to Internet Explorer 11 before completing the on-line application. If you have difficulty accessing the application with a screen reader, please contact Andrea Rivera Smith at 505-695-5606 for assistance. Once you have applied, please e-mail me a copy of your resume and follow-up with the State Personnel Office to ensure all documents have been received in their appropriate formats. Incomplete applications will be rejected by the state Personnel Office and your information will not be forwarded to the Commission for further consideration. Some details regarding this position: Purpose of Position: To provide blindness skills training, primarily training in orientation and mobility or computers and assistive technology, using the structured discovery model to Vocational Rehabilitation consumers attending the New Mexico Commission for the Blind's Orientation Center in Alamogordo. This position is a Pay Band 65. SALARY: $15.28 - $26.59 Hourly $31,782.40 - $55,307.20 Annually Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Education, Social Science, Behavioral Science, or related field and two (2) years of experience in a field such as orientation and mobility, vocational rehabilitation counseling, education, social work, gerontology, family and community services, child development, home economics related to families, or services for people with disabilities. Additional education may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis. Experience in this job classification may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. OPENING DATE of posting: 08/15/16 CLOSING DATE of posting: 08/30/16 11:59 PM DEPARTMENT: Commission for the Blind LOCATION: Alamogordo **If you need assistance with your application, please call the State Personnel Office at (505) 476-7759 or via email at applicant.support at state.nm.us<mailto:applicant.support at state.nm.us>. Applicant Support: http://www.spo.state.nm.us/State_Employment.aspx Lucy Alexander Center Director New Mexico Commission for the Blind Phone: 575-437-0401 Extension: 32291 Direct: 505-383-2291 Fax: 575-434-3713 E-mail: lucy.alexander at state.nm.us<mailto:lucy.alexander at state.nm.us> This e-mail may contain confidential information only for the person or persons named above. Any use, distribution, copying, or disclosure by any other person is strictly prohibited. If you receive this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this transmission _______________________________________________ rehab mailing list rehab at nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for rehab: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/ebell%40pdrib.com

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Cane Travel and Assistive Tech Trainer Needed in New Mexico
by PRESIDENT＠alumni.ecu.edu 20 Aug '16

20 Aug '16

>From Lucy Alexander: Greetings, Please distribute the following announcement widely and forward to any you believe may be interested. The New Mexico Commission for the Blind Orientation Center is seeking a motivated individual with a positive philosophy of blindness to join our team as a blindness Skills Instructor in the area of cane Travel or Computers and Assistive Technology. The orientation Center is certified by the National Blindness Professional certification Board, NBPCB, as a structured Discovery Cane Travel, SDCT, center and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, CARF. We serve between 10 and 15 students daily with an average class size of 1 to 2 students. If you are interested in working with us, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1509194/blindness-ski… To those using screen readers, you will need to update to Internet Explorer 11 before completing the on-line application. If you have difficulty accessing the application with a screen reader, please contact Andrea Rivera Smith at 505-695-5606 for assistance. Once you have applied, please e-mail me a copy of your resume and follow-up with the State Personnel Office to ensure all documents have been received in their appropriate formats. Incomplete applications will be rejected by the state Personnel Office and your information will not be forwarded to the Commission for further consideration. Some details regarding this position: Purpose of Position: To provide blindness skills training, primarily training in orientation and mobility or computers and assistive technology, using the structured discovery model to Vocational Rehabilitation consumers attending the New Mexico Commission for the Blind's Orientation Center in Alamogordo. This position is a Pay Band 65. SALARY: $15.28 - $26.59 Hourly $31,782.40 - $55,307.20 Annually Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Education, Social Science, Behavioral Science, or related field and two (2) years of experience in a field such as orientation and mobility, vocational rehabilitation counseling, education, social work, gerontology, family and community services, child development, home economics related to families, or services for people with disabilities. Additional education may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis. Experience in this job classification may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. OPENING DATE of posting: 08/15/16 CLOSING DATE of posting: 08/30/16 11:59 PM DEPARTMENT: Commission for the Blind LOCATION: Alamogordo **If you need assistance with your application, please call the State Personnel Office at (505) 476-7759 or via email at applicant.support at state.nm.us<mailto:applicant.support at state.nm.us>. Applicant Support: http://www.spo.state.nm.us/State_Employment.aspx Lucy Alexander Center Director New Mexico Commission for the Blind Phone: 575-437-0401 Extension: 32291 Direct: 505-383-2291 Fax: 575-434-3713 E-mail: lucy.alexander at state.nm.us<mailto:lucy.alexander at state.nm.us> This e-mail may contain confidential information only for the person or persons named above. Any use, distribution, copying, or disclosure by any other person is strictly prohibited. If you receive this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this transmission _______________________________________________ rehab mailing list rehab at nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for rehab: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/president%40alumni.ecu.e…

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Residential Manager Structured Discovery Program, Birmingham Alabama
by ebell＠pdrib.com 17 Aug '16

17 Aug '16

R-3386 Reference #5229463 Posting Date: August 16, 2016 AIDB is sensitive to the needs of individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing and for qualified applicants and employees will make reasonable accommodations. POSITION: Residential Manager (260 Day Program) Structured Discovery Program / Office of Field Services, Birmingham Regional Center POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED (General Equivalency Diploma) * Must demonstrate knowledge of the Structured Discovery philosophy and means by which the residential element is integrated into core curriculum components. * Successful experience working directly with students in a day program or educational setting. * Must pass a Braille proficiency test within the first 30 months of employment with a score of at least 80 percent. * Must demonstrate a history of good attendance. * Must illustrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff; consumers and their families; program graduates; peer instructors; advisory groups; and agencies such as the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services along with contemporary Structured Discovery Programs. * Must demonstrate maturity, self-motivation, and the ability to exercise sound judgment. * Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and illustrate outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Must be able to work flexible hours, including afternoons, nights and weekends (Third Shift). * Must have or be able to obtain a valid state identification. * Must have or obtain CPR certification and keep certification current. * Must adhere to AIDB and Structured Discovery Policies & Procedures. * Must keep student information confidential. * Must model mature and responsible behavior especially, but not limited to, social outings with students who are blind or deafblind. * Must either possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, blind or deafblind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss. * Must be computer literate and skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite. * The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to, FBI and ABI record repositories. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $49.65 and appear for scheduled fingerprinting appointment. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must keep an AIDB-provided cell phone on-person at all times. * Assist consumers in the residential facility as appropriate. * Help consumers who are blind or deaf/blind evacuate building in case of an emergency. * Administer first aid if appropriate. * Inspect consumers' apartments at designated times and submit monthly reports. * Report damages or needs for apartments to the Structured Discovery Coordinator or BRC Director. * Treat all consumers and their families with respect. * Facilitate outings with consumers as advised by Structured Discovery Coordinator or BRC Director. * Plan, participate in and implement appropriate leisure and recreational activities when not otherwise scheduled. * Report any harmful activity or behavior that is against AIDB Policies and Procedures and/or Structured Discovery Handbook to the Structured Discovery Coordinator or BRC Director. * Integrate other Structured Discovery curricula core components (Orientation & Mobility, Assistive Technology, Independent Living, Residential Living, etc.) into residential activities. * Participate in cross-training in other Structured Discovery curricula core components (Orientation & Mobility, Assistive Technology, Independent Living, Residential Living). * Complete required inservices/workshops per AIDB policy. * Participate in Structured Discovery Strategic Planning to provide a continuum of services aligning with AIDB's efforts to design innovative instructional programs to meet the unique and changing education and rehabilitation needs of students, consumers and families. * Demonstrate professionalism in behavior and dress that serves as a role model, setting a good example for Structured Discovery participants and aligning with the AIDB culture. * Perform other duties as assigned. SALARY: $32,898 - $48,054 Scale MR Rank 5A (HS and Structured Discovery Program Completion) $35,404 - $53,696 Scale MR Rank 5B (BS- Class B Certification) $37,082 - $56,201 Scale MR Rank 5M (MS- Class A Certification) (260 Days) Direct deposit is required. This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery. Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype: edwardbell2010 ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************************************************************** "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould From: Jessica Edmiston [mailto:Edmiston.Jessica at aidb.state.al.us] Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2016 1:13 PM To: Edward Bell <ebell at pdrib.com>; ebell at latech.edu Cc: Cindy Jones <Jones.Cindy at aidb.state.al.us> Subject: FW: R-3386 Residental Manager Structured Discovery Program FYI Jessica L. Edmiston, M.Ed. Director, Birmingham Regional Center Project Coordinator, Alabama Initiative for Children and Youth who are Deaf-Blind Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind 220 34th Street South Birmingham, Alabama 35222 205.328.3989 (p) 205.323.3691 (f) 256.493.3360 (c) <http://www.aidb.org> www.aidb.org From: New Job Announcement Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2016 1:12 PM Subject: R-3386 Residental Manager Structured Discovery Program

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FW: Please join us at Envision Conference
by mperet＠BISM.org 11 Aug '16

11 Aug '16

From: Heather Hogan [mailto:Heather.Hogan=envisionus.com at mail72.atl51.rsgsv.net] On Behalf Of Heather Hogan Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2016 4:55 PM To: Maurice Peret Subject: Please join us at Envision Conference View this email in your browser<http://us7.campaign-archive2.com/?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da328&id=b743cdad56…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da328/images/888553bf-ba3…] Good afternoon, As sister National Industries for the Blind agencies, we are well aware of the importance of having highly trained clinical staffs that are knowledgeable in current trends in low vision patient care. To that end, I am personally encouraging you to send your employees to the upcoming Envision Conference, September 7-10 at the Grand Hyatt in Denver. Our conference is the only centralized source of accredited low vision continuing education with a multidisciplinary focus. It is an invaluable opportunity for optometrists, occupational therapists, rehabilitation therapists, teachers of the visually impaired and vision researchers to collaborate and share knowledge to address practice gaps in current standards of care and research. Envision Conference provides the most up-to-date information and education available to enhance low vision professionals? ability to make good clinical decisions for patients. Sessions will focus on patient safety, prevention, care management, healthcare innovations, emerging best practices and research. Participants will receive research findings, evidence-based information and tools to improve the outcomes, quality, access to, cost and utilization of health care services. The value of the Envision Conference to your staff members is unprecedented access to information that will strengthen their overall ability to do their jobs and improve patient care. The value of their attendance to Envision Conference is just as significant. Their backgrounds, personal stories and individual perspectives will deepen conversations and possibly lead to new breakthroughs in low vision rehabilitation and research with global impact. The Envision Conference is building a community of low vision practitioners that would be incomplete without your organization?s participation. Complete details and a registration link for the Envision Conference can be found here: http://www.envisionconference.org<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da3…>. If you have any questions, please feel to get in touch with me by email <mailto:Heather.Hogan at envisionus.com> or by phone at 316-440-1517. Envision appreciates your support and we look forward to seeing you in Denver! Sincerely, [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da328/images/ccb0f2ca-37b…] Heather Hogan Senior Vice President Foundation and Mission Services Envision, Inc. [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-twitter-48.png]<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da3…> [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-facebook-48.png]<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da…> [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-link-48.png]<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da3…> Copyright ? 2016 Envision, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are affiliated with Envision through National Industries for the Blind. Our mailing address is: Envision 610 N Main St Wichita, KS 67203 Add us to your address book<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage.com/vcard?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da328&id=…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage.com/profile?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da328&i…> or unsubscribe from this list<http://envisionus.us7.list-manage2.com/unsubscribe?u=6e3f0d354d8de00f19f8da…> [Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp]<http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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Job Announcement, O&M Specialist, Birmingham Center
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Aug '16

10 Aug '16

Orientation and Mobility Specialist Birmingham Regional Center Structured Discovery Program R- 3188 Position ID #502301 Posting Date: June 21, 2016 AIDB is sensitive to the needs of individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing and for qualified applicants and employees will make reasonable accommodations. POSITION TITLE: Orientation and Mobility Specialist - Structured Discovery Program Office of Field Services, Birmingham Regional Center REPORTS TO: AIDB Birmingham Regional Center Director POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Orientation and Mobility or closely-related field. * Must be certified or certifiable in Orientation and Mobility by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) who has established rigorous standards for certifying competent professionals who teach Orientation and Mobility skills using Structured Discovery Cane Travel (SDCT) methods and principles. The successful applicant will have either earned the designation of National Orientation and Mobility Certificant (NOMC) within the NBPCB and/or hold certification in Orientation and Mobility from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). * Must have demonstrated knowledge of the Structured Discovery philosophy and means by which Orientation and Mobility is integrated as a core programmatic component. * Must demonstrate competency in BRAILLE by scoring 80% on the AIDB Braille Skills Assessment within the first twelve (12) months of employment. * Must illustrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff; consumers and their families; program graduates; peer Orientation and Mobility Specialists; advisory groups; and agencies such as the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services along with contemporary Structured Discovery Programs. * Demonstrated maturity, self-motivation, and the ability to exercise sound judgment. * Must illustrate outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Must either possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision or deafblind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss. * Required extensive vicinity and occasional overnight travel. * The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to FBI and ABI record repositories. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $49.65 and appear for scheduled finger printing appointment. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Conduct Orientation and Mobility assessments, focusing on the Structured Discovery student's long/short-term needs grounded in nonvisual instruction; cognitive problem solving; and concerted strategies for clarifying attitudes and raising expectations surrounding blindness. * Based on said assessment and continued evaluation, provide individualized Orientation and Mobility instruction and consultation for Structured Discovery Program participants. * Prepare lesson plans inclusive of sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student's assessed needs; Individualized Employment Plan and/or Personal Futures Plan; functioning and motivational levels. * Prepare and use equipment and materials for the development of Orientation and Mobility skills, following the Structured Discovery curricula and philosophy. * Document Structured Discovery participant progress daily. * Instruct Structured Discovery students in the development of skills and knowledge which will enable them to travel independently to the highest degree possible based on assessed needs and the participants' evaluation, Individualized Employment Plan and/or Personal Futures Plan. * Assist Structured Discovery participants in travelling to various community locations as necessary to provide meaningful instruction in realistic learning environments until participants achieve the skills to arrange for their own transportation. * Present in-service training to AIDB Birmingham Regional Center and Structured Discovery staff on appropriate Orientation and Mobility techniques as needed. * Participate in the Structured Discovery Strategic Planning process to provide a continuum of services aligning with AIDB's efforts to design innovative instructional programs to meet the unique and changing education and rehabilitation needs of students, consumers and families. * Actively seek ways to educate through effective marketing and positive public relations to enhance and expand the Structured Discovery Program. * Participate in state and national meetings, workshops, presentations, conferences and consumer groups, sharing information learned and best practice methodology to internal/external audiences. * Observe the Code of Ethics of the Orientation and Mobility profession. * Keep abreast of current research and Orientation and Mobility teaching strategies. * Review and update the Structured Discovery Orientation and Mobility curriculum as necessary. * Protect confidentiality of student information while maintaining required records and reports inclusive of data entry into the Gentry Referral Information Net (GRIN). * Demonstrate professionalism in behavior and dress that serves as a role model, setting a good example for Structured Discovery participants and aligning with the AIDB culture. * Attend departmental, inner-agency and campus-wide faculty/committee meetings as assigned. * Perform other duties as assigned. SALARY: $35,404 - $53,696 Scale MS Rank M6812 (BS-Class B Certification) $37,082 - $56,201 Scale MS Rank MS12 (MS-Class A Certification) (260 Days) Direct deposit is required. This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the FairLabor Standards Act. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery. Categories : <http://aidb.org/category/job-listings/> Job Listings <http://aidb.org/test-application-page/> Click Here if you would like more instructions Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype: edwardbell2010 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************************************************************** "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould

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FW: ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY SPECIALIST
by ebell＠pdrib.com 04 Aug '16

04 Aug '16

The New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI), a division within the Department of Human Services, is seeking to hire up to four Orientation and Mobility Instructors within the next three months to provide itinerant instruction to consumers served by the agency. CBVI serves individuals throughout the lifespan, i.e., infants, children and adults. Job Opportunity: August 4, 2016 TITLE: Orientation and Mobility Instructor (4) positions available) SALARY: $59, 031.79 ? $83,803.57 DEFINITION: Under direction of a Supervisor of Rehabilitation Training or Assistant Supervisor of Educational Programs in the Commission for the blind and Visually Impaired, Department of Human Services, provides for the evaluation, education, and training of blind and visually impaired and multi-handicapped individuals in the area of particular specialty in order to prepare them for maximal independent living, orientation, mobility, and vocational skills; does related duties as required. EDUCATION: A valid Orientation and Mobility Instructor Certification issued by either the Academy for Certification of Vision rehabilitation and Educational Specialists or the National Blindness Certification Board. EXPERIENCE: Twenty ? four (24) months of appropriate, certified teaching experience in an approved school. LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver?s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Interested candidates possessing the requirements should forward resumes with their letter of interest to: EMAIL: Jessie.powell at dhs.state.nj.us <mailto:Jessie.powell at dhs.state.nj.us> THANK YOU! Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 (Fax) Skype: edwardbell2010 ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************************************************************** "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould From: Daniel.Frye at dhs.state.nj.us [mailto:Daniel.Frye at dhs.state.nj.us] Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2016 10:49 AM To: ebell at pdrib.com Cc: John.Walsh at dhs.state.nj.us; Angela.Sutton at dhs.state.nj.us; Prestina.Peters at dhs.state.nj.us Subject: FW: ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY SPECIALIST Eddy: In anticipation of your training, and consistent with my advice that we?re going to be hiring for O&M Specialists this fall, I?m sharing this attached generic announcement/advertisement with training universities, and I would be grateful if you?d share this with any of your recent graduates for consideration. I?m going to hold off on hiring until you?ve delivered your Structured Discovery instruction here, but I?d love to have some qualified applicants, who would model excellent skill and ability as teachers and potential leaders. Should you have questions, please be in touch. Best, Daniel B. Frye, J.D. Executive Director State of New Jersey Department of Human Services COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED 153 Halsey Street, 6th Floor, P.O. Box 47017 Newark, NJ 07101 Office: (973) 648-2324 ? Mobile: 973-951-1156 ? Fax: (973) 648-7364 Email: <mailto:Daniel.Frye at dhs.state.nj.us> Daniel.Frye at dhs.state.nj.us From: Angela Sutton Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2016 11:40 AM To: Daniel Frye Cc: John Walsh Subject: ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY SPECIALIST Hi Dan, As per our conversation before my vacation, you had a College/University that were going to send this Job Announcement to, however, I don?t remember the name, I think John does however. I will be sending this to Sales and Hunter Universities now, I will also post with AER Job Exchange. Thanks _____ This E-mail, including any attachments, may be intended solely for the personal and confidential use of the sender and recipient(s) named above. This message may include advisory, consultative and/or deliberative material and, as such, would be privileged and confidential and not a public document. Any Information in this e-mail identifying a client of the Department of Human Services or the Department of Children and Families is confidential. If you have received this e-mail in error, you must not review, transmit, convert to hard copy, copy, use or disseminate this e-mail or any attachments to it and you must delete this message. You are requested to notify the sender by return e-mail.

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