March 2017 - NOMC - lists.nbpcb.org

2017 Cane Walk
by jaltman＠neb.rr.com 27 Apr '17

27 Apr '17

Hello Fellow NOMC's, We are again approaching our National Convention, and it is time to begin planning for the 2017 Cane Walk. As each of you knows, this is an opportunity to share our skills, and the spirit of independence with the youngest members of our Federation family, along with their parents. I hope that each of you will set aside the time to volunteer your time and energy to this year's Cane Walk. This is also an opportunity for each of you to receive CEU's toward your recertification, and to gain valuable experience working with children and young adults. This year, the Cane Walks will be held on Tuesday, July 11. The times will be the same as always-the first session from 8:45-10:30 and the second session from 11:00-12:45. I will send along the specific location for the two sessions of the Cane Walk as soon as this information is available. Please let me know if you will be available for one or both sessions. The popularity of the Cane Walk continues to grow, and each of you do so much to make a difference in the lives of these young people. I look forward to seeing each of you again this year. Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Altman MA NOMCT CVRCB

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FW: VDBVI Career Opportunities - 3/27/17
by ebell＠pdrib.com 31 Mar '17

31 Mar '17

*** Contact Melody Rone for more details *** The Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired has an opening for an O and M specialist. Please share this information with anyone who may be interested. For further information, interested individuals can call me at 804-371-3323. There is also an O and M position in the Fairfax Regional Office. Thanks. Have a great day! Melody Roane, director Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired Listed below are the VDBVI career opportunities currently posted. Each position may be accessed directly in the state Recruitment Management System (RMS) by clicking on the applicable Quicklink. Here are some helpful tips to remember when applying: * Review the position's EWP. * Fully complete your RMS application to accurately reflect your current job duties and past experiences. Only fully completed applications are accepted. * Contact HR, prior to the position closing, if you have any issues accessing RMS or submitting an application. * RMS closes all positions at 11:59 pm on the Closing Date. * Screening is based solely on your RMS application. HR determines interview candidates by comparing the information disclosed and detailed on applications to the screening criteria for the particular position. Be sure to like DARS on Facebook at <https://www.facebook.com/VDBVI> https://www.facebook.com/VDBVI and visit us on the web at <https://www.vdbvi.org> https://www.vdbvi.org Job Title: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Location: Fairfax County - 059 Position #: 00120 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Quicklink: <https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/64080> https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/64080 Job Title: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Location: Henrico - 087 Position #: 00021 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Quicklink: <https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/71255> https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/71255

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Job Announcement: Director Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired
by ebell＠pdrib.com 27 Mar '17

27 Mar '17

Position Announcement: Director, Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired LOCATION: Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired - Baton Rouge, Louisiana The Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired (LSVI) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired (LSVI). LSVI is located on a 122 acre campus in Baton Rouge, LA, adjacent to the Louisiana State University (LSU) main campus, and shares the campus with the Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD). The School is part of the Louisiana Special Schools District which is governed by the Superintendent, Special School District. The Director, LSVI reports to the Superintendent, Louisiana Special Schools (LSS). LSVI currently has an enrollment of approximately 69 students. These include academically oriented students, students with vocational and career preferences, and students with significant disabilities in addition to their vision loss. Approximately half of the students live at the School in a residential setting during the week. The campus is equipped with extensive and up-to-date education technology. LSVI is also responsible for providing resources and technical assistance statewide. The LSVI staff consists of 84 dedicated full and part-time employees. Administrative and support services such as security, maintenance, fiscal management and dining services are supervised by the Superintendent, LSS thus allowing the LSVI Director to focus on educational leadership. The function of LSVI is to educate blind/visually impaired students. The total environment of the school, including both classroom activities and the extended day programs, facilitates accomplishment of the goals of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each child. LSVI offers a broad spectrum of educational services from college-bound programs to daily living skills and socialization training and activities. LSVI is seeking a leader who can build upon this strong foundation and maintain a positive school climate and culture. LSVI, the Special School District, and the school community are all seeking an experienced educator of visually impaired children with a strong commitment to the school, its future and the advancement of the education of visually impaired children throughout the state. Furthermore, the school community is seeking someone who communicates clearly with all stakeholders and stakeholder groups and a leader who personally and professionally values the involvement of the Blind Community in the life of the school and recognizes the value of Braille as a critical aspect of the education of visually impaired students. REPORTS TO: Superintendent, Louisiana Special Schools MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered, individuals must possess a minimum of a Master's Degree with a background and experience in education of the visually impaired and in school administration and supervision. An applicant must meet certification requirements of the State of Louisiana in education of the visually impaired and must possess or be eligible for the Educational Leader Certificate Level 2 or its equivalent and must have at least three (3) years of successful experience as a school administrator. Supervisory or administrative experience at a residential school for the visually impaired is preferred. Applicants must possess human relations and management skills with which to develop and maintain a cohesive common purpose faculty and staff and to direct the functions of subordinates. Preference will be given to applicants who are proficient in the use of Braille; others must be willing to acquire such skill. Salary: Dependent on education and experience with full benefits including membership in a Louisiana State retirement system plus the options of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 30, 2017 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are located at www.civilservice.louisiana.gov <http://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov> under the "Job Seekers" tab. After applying on the Civil Service website, you may send any additional information including letters of recommendation to: Julie H. Alcorn Director of Human Resources LA Schools for the Deaf and Visually Impaired P. O. Box 3074 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3074 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: Robin King [mailto:RKing at lsdvi.org] Sent: Monday, March 27, 2017 9:57 AM To: Edward Bell (ebell at pdrib.com) <ebell at pdrib.com> Subject: FW: information Eddie, Thanks Robin From: Bill Havenar Sent: Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:14 PM To: Robin King Subject: RE: information Good afternoon Robin, Many thanks for all your help. Attached is the Position Announcement. This can be sent to or used by you to inform Dr. Bell of what he needs to know to spread the word. I will work with Bobby on adding the information to the COSB list serve. I will go to the AER website and see what I can do to post the info there. I have visited ACB's website and, like you, could not find a place to post job openings. I would appreciate it is you would contact Linda Lyle for assistance. With these resources and the information we are sending to the Schools around the country, our search for qualified candidates is off to a good start Thank you, Bill From: Robin King Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2017 7:02 AM To: Bill Havenar Subject: information Good morning Bill, Here are some places that this job can be advertised. I emailed one of the Vice-presidents at APH and this is her reply: If you're looking for folks in the field, I'd start with the COSB listserv. I'd also include AER (I'm sure you've thought of that) and the two consumer organizations: NFB and ACB. Let me think on that more. It also might be helpful to talk to Linda Lyle to see where they advertised as theirs was a national search but they did not use a search firm. Bobby is a member of COSB and he could give you the information on adding it to their list serve. Dr. Bell is connected with NFB, so that one is covered. AER's website is www.aerbvi.org <http://www.aerbvi.org> . There is a link called 'Job Exchange'. The 'Post a Job' link on that page tells you what is required to place an ad. I went to ACB's website www.acb.org <http://www.acb.org> and I can't see a place to post the position. If you need me to contact Linda Lyle for assistance, let me know. Thanks, Robin Director LIMC 2888 Brightside Lane Baton Rouge, La 70820 Phone: 225-757-3477 Fax: 225-757-3479

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2017 Blind Educator Award
by ebell＠pdrib.com 22 Mar '17

22 Mar '17

The 2017 Blind Educator of the Year Award A number of years ago the Blind Educator of the Year Award was established by the National Organization of Blind Educators (the educators division of the National Federation of the Blind) to pay tribute to a blind teacher whose exceptional classroom performance, notable community service, and uncommon commitment to the NFB merit national recognition. Beginning with the 1991 presentation, this award became an honor bestowed by our entire movement. The change reflects our recognition of the importance of good teaching and the impact an outstanding blind teacher has on students, faculty, community, and all blind Americans. This award is presented in the spirit of the outstanding educators who founded and have continued to nurture the National Federation of the Blind and who, by example, have imparted knowledge of our strengths to us and raised our expectations. We have learned from Dr. Jacobus tenBroek, Dr. Kenneth Jernigan, and Immediate Past President Marc Maurer that a teacher not only provides a student with information but also provides guidance, advocacy, and love. The recipient of the Blind Educator of the Year Award must exhibit all of these traits and must advance the cause of blind people in the spirit and philosophy of the National Federation of the Blind. The Blind Educator of the Year Award is presented at the annual convention of the National Federation of the Blind. Honorees must be present to receive an appropriately inscribed plaque and a check for $1,000. Nominations should be sent to Dr. Edward Bell, Director, PDRIB, via email to <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu, or post mail to PDRIB, 1500 W. Barnett Springs Ave, Ruston, LA 71270. Letters of nomination must be accompanied by a copy of the nominee's current r?sum? and supporting documentation of community and Federation activity. All nomination materials must be in the hands of the committee chairman by May 1, 2017, to be considered for this year's award. For further information contact Edward Bell at (318) 257-4554, or <ebell at latech.edu>. 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: Summer job
by ebell＠pdrib.com 13 Mar '17

13 Mar '17

Iowa Department for the Blind JOB ANNOUNCEMENT POSTING DATE: March 9, 2017 JOB TITLE: Summer Youth Counselor JOB CODE: 03040 LOCATION: Des Moines, Iowa LOCATION ZIP CODE: 50309 PART TIME/FULL TIME STATUS: 6 Temporary/Full-Time Positions SALARY MINIMUM: $33,363.20 SALARY MAXIMUM: $48,755.20 JOB DESCRIPTION: Starting hourly salary is expected to be $16.04 A temporary Summer Youth Counselor will support the mission, vision and philosophy of the Iowa Department for the Blind. Counselors will mentor high school students during IDB?s eight-week residential summer program. DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Embrace and facilitate the Department?s philosophy of blindness. 2. Facilitate a fun and positive living environment where students can come to understand that blindness is not a barrier to leading a full and active life. 3. Supplement instruction to students in the alternative/nonvisual techniques of blindness such as cane travel, home management, assistive technology, and Braille. (I.e. plan and prepare meals, complete homework, manage personal items and living environment, participate in activities, etc.) 4. Participate in the planning and implementation of supplemental activities during evenings and weekends. 5. Assess, identify, and evaluate students? skills to establish goals. 6. Assure the safety of summer program participants 7. Communicate concerns and identify solutions to issues. 8. Ability to work alone or in a team environment. 9. Ability to write clear and concise reports regarding students? progress. Position specifications: 1. Knowledge of alternative/nonvisual techniques of blindness (Braille, assistive technology, cane travel, and home management). 2. Knowledge of structured discovery teaching methods. 3. Effective verbal and written communication skills using the English language. Work Schedule: May 30 ? August 10, 2017 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 QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent For additional ways to qualify, please click on this <https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClas…> link to view additional ways to qualify and minimum qualifications. POST CLOSE DATE: March 27, 2017 TO APPLY: Note: This is a courtesy posting for a non merit position. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services ? Human Resources Enterprise. Applications to DAS-HRE only, will not be considered. Interested applicants send cover letter and resume to: Helen Stevens Education and Training Director Iowa Department for the Blind 524 Fourth Street Des Moines, IA 50309 <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us Helen Stevens, MSE Education and Training Director Iowa Department for the Blind 515.829.7411 A proud partner in the American Job Center Network

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FW: Job Announcements
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Mar '17

10 Mar '17

*** New Job in Colorado for someone looking to move there *** Subject: FW: Job Announcements Hello all, We have posted an opening for a rehabilitation counselor for our BlVS unit and we can recruit nationally. Yay. Please help us recruit applicants. This position is located in Denver. Julia Julia Zanon, Manager Blind and Low Vision Services Division of Vocational Rehabilitation P 303.866.3727 I F 303.866.3529 2211 W Evans Ave, Denver CO 80223 <http://www.colorado.gov/dvr> www.colorado.gov/dvr This email message and any included attachments, from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. The information contained herein may include protected health information or otherwise privileged information. Unauthorized review, forwarding, printing, copying, distributing, or using such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you received this message in error, please notify the sender by replying to this message and delete the email without disclosure. From: elizabeth.matson at state.co.us <mailto:elizabeth.matson at state.co.us> [mailto:elizabeth.matson at state.co.us <mailto:elizabeth.matson at state.co.us> ] On Behalf Of Human Resources - CDLE, CDLE Sent: Wednesday, March 08, 2017 8:20 AM To: CDLE_All_Staff <cdle_all_staff at state.co.us <mailto:cdle_all_staff at state.co.us> > Subject: Job Announcements The following job announcements have been posted: Reallocation: Open to CDLE Employees Only NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATION Position Number: KAA-431 Held By: D. Reed Recommended for reallocation to: Human Resources Specialist IV This announcement represents the selection process for an occupied position. Applications will not be considered from any individual not specifically covered by strict eligibility requirements. To view the full announcement, please click here: CDLE Employees Only! Reallocation Human Resources Specialist IV (Reed) <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/1682063/cdle-employees…> Open Competitive Announcement: Open to Non - Colorado & Colorado Residents Only Job Title Rehabilitation Counselor I - Blind & Low Vision Services BLVS Residency Waiver Closing Date/Time Wed. 03/15/17 5:00 PM Mountain Time Salary $4,028.00 - $4,833.00 Monthly $48,336.00 - $57,996.00 Annually Job Type Full Time Location Denver, Colorado Department Department of Labor and Employment To view the full announcement, please click here: Rehabilitation Counselor I - Blind <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/1681664/rehabilitation…> & Low Vision Services BLVS Residency Waiver

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Vacancy -- Blindness Skills Instructor in Las Cruces, New Mexico
by ebell＠pdrib.com 09 Mar '17

09 Mar '17

Greetings, We are recruiting to fill a Blindness Skills Instructor vacancy with the NM Commission for the Blind. The position is in our Las Cruces office and serves parts of Southern and Southwestern New Mexico. The caseload serves both Independent Living and Vocational Rehabilitation clients and generally receives 60-70 referrals per year. The most relevant portions of the job posting are provided below my signature block. The closing date is March 21. To reach the job posting, 1. Visit the following link to go directly to the posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1679484/blindness-skil ls-instructor-nmcfb-64114?keywords=instructor&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Or 2. Go to the NM State Personnel Website at www.spo.state.nm.us, click the link for View Job Opportunities And Apply, enter the job title in the search field, and look for the Blindness Skills Instructor vacancy in Las Cruces. Applications are accepted through the New Mexico State Personnel Office online application system only! Although the online application system indicates that it does not support the Firefox browser, it seems that Firefox works best for applicants using screen reader technology. Note to screen reader users: Recent updates to this online application utility have made it very difficult to complete independently using screen reading technology. Screen reader users who experience difficulty with the application utility should notify Ms. Andrea Rivera-Smith of the State Personnel Office @ (505) 695-5606 for assistance. She can also confirm that your application (including uploaded transcripts, licenses, etc.) has been successfully received for consideration. You should pay particular attention to question 2 in the Specific Supplemental Questions section: How many years of experience do you have RELATED to the PURPOSE of this position? Minimum qualifications for this position are at least two years of related experience. Be sure that if you indicate that you have two years of experience that is related to the purpose of the position, that you clearly describe *at least* two years of full-time equivalent related experience in the Work History section of the online application. Similarly, if you indicate in this question that you have five years of experience related to the purpose of the position, you must describe *at least* five years of full-time equivalent experience in the Work History section. Regardless of the number of years of related experience that you claim to have in answer to this question, you will be disqualified if you do not substantiate that number of years in the Work Experience section of the application, even if you described at least the minimum number of years required. For example, if you claim five years of related experience, but only describe four years of related experience, you will be disqualified even though you have at least two years of related experience (two years being the minimum require for this particular position). Interested individuals can contact me to discuss the position. Thanks much. Jim James L. Salas Deputy Director NM Commission for the Blind Phone 505.383.2251 James.Salas at state.nm.us www.cfb.state.nm.us --- New Mexico Commission for the Blind Vacancy Announcement - Job Title: Blindness Skills Instructor - Full/Part Time: Full-Time - Regular/Temporary: Regular - Permanent - Closing Date: March 21, 2017 - Pay Grade: 65 - Salary: The salary range for this position is $31,782 - $55,307 Annually ($15.28 - $26.59 Hourly). Offered salary will be based on education and experience. - Benefits: Full State of New Mexico benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement, sick leave, annual leave, and ten holidays. - Purpose of Position: This position will provide blindness skills training, primarily training in orientation and mobility (cane travel), personal management, assistive technology, braille, and home management to blind individuals. This position includes both consumers served by the Independent Living Program and the Vocational Rehabilitation Program. - Minimum Education and Experience requirements: -- 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. - Employment Requirements: -- N/A -- If you have indicated in your application that you have an education higher than a high school diploma or GED, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcript to the application. Your application WILL NOT be considered for further review if you have failed to provide this information. - Statutory Requirements: -- N/A - Working Conditions: -- 80% of the work is performed away from the office, traveling to and visiting with clients in Southern and Southwestern New Mexico using a state vehicle. -- Occasional overnight travel is required. -- Regular exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), personal computers, and typical office equipment. Requires extensive telephone usage. -- Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of whom exhibit challenging behaviors. -- Occasionally exposed to service animals. - Bargaining Unit: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to. - Agency Contact Information: Kelly Quintana-Wagner, (505) 476.4456 - There are also approximately ten questions addressing education, experience, and specialized qualifications. -- end _______________________________________________ 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/lucy.alexander%40state.nm .us

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