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Position Announcement - Mobility Specialist - Sikeston, MO
by Michael.A.StJulien＠dss.mo.gov 30 Jun '18

30 Jun '18

Good Afternoon, Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind is recruiting for a Mobility Specialist vacancy in our Southeast District Office located in Sikeston, MO. Please see the attachment for details of the position. If you have any questions regarding the position please contact the Southeast District Supervisor, Travis Smith, at 573-472-5242. Michael St.Julien Assistant Deputy Director Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind 573-751-4989 (Office) 573-680-4074 (Cell) 573-751-4984 (Fax) michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov<mailto:michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov> "This communication is being transmitted by the Department of Social Services (DSS), and is confidential, privileged, and intended only for the use of the recipient named above. If you are not the intended recipient, unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, please notify the sender and destroy the material received."

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Regarding the Cane Walk
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

Hello Everyone, As was pointed out to me, I apparently forgot to include the date of the Cane Walk in my most recent e-mail, for this year.Sorry about that. The Cane walk will be on Wednesday, July 4th. The rest of the information follows here: 8:45 - 10:30 am CANE WALK SESSION I Wekiwa 8, Level 2 Wondering if your child should use a cane? Curious about how a cane works? Learn and experience the Structured Discovery Method of travel at these special workshops (not listed in NFB agenda). Parents, teachers, blind/VI children, and siblings are welcome. Jeff Altman, NOMCT, CVRCB 11:00 am - 12:45 pm CANE WALK SESSION II Wekiwa 8, Level 2 Thank you, Jeff Altman Jeff Altman MA NOMCT CVRCB NCBVI - The Nebraska Center for the Blind 4600 Valley Road, Suite 100 Lincoln, NE 68510 (402) 471-8119 [NCBVI"AJC Email Logo]<http://www.ncbvi.nebraska.gov/>

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17th Rehab Conference Registration and agenda information
by ebell＠pdrib.com 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

REGISTER NOW! *** Agenda Available *** National Federation of the Blind Contemporary Issues in Rehabilitation and Education For the Blind 17th ANNUAL REHABILITATION AND ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY CONFERENCE Rosen Shingle Creek Resort 9939 Universal Boulevard Orlando, Florida 32819-9357 (866) 996-6338 Tuesday, July 3, 2018 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Come and join us! Once again, this year's conference will be action packed with a variety of new speakers, topics, and hands-on events. Schedule: 7:30 - 8:30 am-Registration 8:30 am-Conference Begins 2:00 - 5:00- Interactive Breakout Sessions 5:00 - 7:00 pm-NBPCB Awards Reception Full Agenda can be downloaded here <https://www.dropbox.com/s/9ur2kkkhwx7rphm/2018%20Agenda%20Rehab%20Conferenc e.docx?dl=0> : Click here to register: https://nbpcb.org/members/er.php?eid=355 Registration Fee includes the NBPCB Awards Reception: $100 for both students and professionals Those certified through the NBPCB may register using their username and password. All other participants should register as a guest. For questions or special arrangements, contact Edward Bell at 318-257-4554, or ebell at latech.edu. The NFB Employment Committee invites all seminar attendees to come to our 2018 events: the Employment Committee meeting and networking session Tuesday afternoon from 1-3 p.m., the Job Seeker Seminar on Wednesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m., the Job Seeker Seminar Breakout Sessions on Wednesday from 6-8:30 p.m., the Upward Mobility Seminar on Friday from 7-9 p.m., and the Career Fair on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. See convention agenda or Jobs Listserv for more details. - Dick Davis, Chairperson Sponsors: National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) Professional Development & Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) Louisiana Tech University National Organization of Professionals in Blindness Education Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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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Rehab Conference in Orlando
by ebell＠pdrib.com 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

Dear NOMC, If you are a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and you plan to attend the Rehab Conference in Orlando on July 3, I need you to do the following. Email me at ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> With your full name and the year that you graduated from Tech. Thank you Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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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2018 Cane Walk
by debandjeff＠allophone.com 17 Jun '18

17 Jun '18

Hello Everyone, We have received the information regarding the date, times, and location of this year's Cane Walk. If you are able to be a part of this great event for future Federationists, please come and share your knowledge and skills with these young people and their families. I look forward to seeing all of you there. 8:45 - 10:30 am CANE WALK SESSION I Wekiwa 8, Level 2 Wondering if your child should use a cane? Curious about how a cane works? Learn and experience the Structured Discovery Method of travel at these special workshops (not listed in NFB agenda). Parents, teachers, blind/VI children, and siblings are welcome. Jeff Altman, NOMCT, CVRCB 11:00 am - 12:45 pm CANE WALK SESSION II Wekiwa 8, Level 2 Thank you, Jeff Altman

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FW: Call for Volunteer O&M trainer position in Beirut, Lebanon - summer 2018
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Jun '18

10 Jun '18

Empowerment Through Integration (ETI) is a 501(c)3 certified non-profit that is changing the narrative surrounding disability both for blind and sighted youth. We create integrated, supportive spaces with life skills training, emotional support, and community service opportunities.?Through these integrated spaces, they are able to break down internal and external barriers surrounding views on ability in order to create positive change in society.?Our?ultimate goal is to enable society to understand that inclusion of all is a value for all. ETI is currently seeking for one volunteer to act as our Life Skills Program Coordinator who will be responsible for the design, organization and implementation of our Life Skills Program in the summer 2018 in Lebanon. Life Skills Program Coordinators will be required to travel to Lebanon to train our team of eager, hard-working ETI volunteers on the ground as well as implement our Life Skills program in Beirut, Lebanon. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Contribute to Empowerment Programs: Volunteer Training and Life Skills Programs * Lead the training of Life Skills Coordinators and volunteers in Lebanon (on-site) for the implementation of Life Skills Program and Parent Workshop * Collaborate with Life Skills Program?s team members with localizing and tailoring the curriculum according to each socio-cultural context * Oversee and implement Life Skills training sessions for visually impaired youth in Lebanon (including Syrian and Palestinian refugees) * Assist Research & Evaluation team for the evaluation of Life Skills Programs as needed * Participate on ETI's team meetings (phone calls, Skype, etc) * Check email account on a daily basis and respond to emails in a timely manner * Report to ETI Lebanon Country Director POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Life Skills Program Coordinator will need to be comfortable working as part of a team, be available for travel to Beirut, Lebanon to support our summer programs during 3 weeks in the summer of 2018 (between July 9th and July 27th) and participate in various projects related to training and advocacy about social issues related to blindness in different contexts. Undergraduate or graduate degrees in Orientation & Mobility (O&M), rehab teaching and/or related fields, experience in program development (including O&M) for blind youth, and minimum of 2 years of experience are strongly preferred. TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit a resume to ETI Lebanon Country Director, Anna Barbosa, at abarbosa at etivision.org <mailto:abarbosa at etivision.org> ETI will cover the costs associated with housing and airfare (roundtrip) for the duration of the program (3 weeks). Volunteer will be responsible for costs associated with transportation on the ground, meals and personal expenses. Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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: Anna Barbosa <abarbosa at etivision.org> Sent: Friday, June 08, 2018 11:10 PM To: Edward Bell <ebell at pdrib.com> Subject: Call for Volunteer O&M trainer position in Beirut, Lebanon - summer 2018 Hi Edward! I hope you are doing well. As we had discussed in our last call, we are still looking for an O&M trainer who would be interested to travel to Lebanon and assist us with our Life Skills program for visually impaired youth that will happen in Beirut between July 9th and July 27th. We will cover the costs associated with housing and airfare, and the volunteer O&M trainer will only need to be responsible for transportation on the ground, meals and personal expenses. I have attached here the call for volunteer position. Would you be able to please help us advertise among your peers and with other listserves in the field? We are also opening the opportunity for O&M trainers from other countries in case they are interested. Thank you in advance for your assistance! Best regards, Anna Anna Barbosa ETI Lebanon Country Director Empowerment Through Integration Email: abarbosa at etivision.org <mailto:abarbosa at etivision.org> Phone number (Lebanon): + 961 70 34 59 73 WhatsApp: +1 (915) 307-0924 Website: www.etivision.org <http://www.etivision.org> Facebook: @ETIntegration Instagram: ETI Rafiqi Camp

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FW: Tulsa, Oklahoma -Two (2) Rehabilitation Teacher Openings
by ebell＠pdrib.com 08 Jun '18

08 Jun '18

Good Morning, Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services- Visual Services currently has two Rehabilitation Teacher Position openings, both position will be located in Tulsa, OK I have included the job description below. Essential Functions: Position will provide counseling and individualized instruction to persons who are blind or visually impaired in facilitating solutions to the challenges of being able to live independently in the everyday environment and in dealing with problems created by their blindness, promoting confidence and self-esteem of the individual customer. A key duty will be raising the awareness of the clients to the opportunities and options which mastery of alternative blindness skills such as Braille, assistive technology, home management skills, etc. The Rehabilitation Teacher is required to be able to read, write and teach Braille I, utilizing a slate and stylus, as well as braillewriters. The Rehabilitation Teacher must be proficient in the use of and instruction of basic technology to include iOS operations for iPhone, iPad, iPod and android phones and apps, and also basic computer skills and keyboarding. The Rehabilitation Teacher provides assessment and instruction to blind and visually impaired consumers pertinent to their functional abilities as they relate to home, work, school and social activities. The person in this position will also consult with other rehabilitation professionals through the vocational rehabilitation process to ensure high quality career and independent living outcomes for their customers. The person in this position must have a good working knowledge of specialized residential training centers in order to provide accurate information so their customers are able to make informed choices and decisions. Applicant must be willing to perform all job related travel. Preference may be given to applicants currently holding Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT) or Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) through the Academy for Certification Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) or the National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC), or the National Certification in Literary Braille or Unified English Braille (NCLB or NCUEB) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board. Probationary period (or trial period if applicable) is required. Background Check: The Department of Rehabilitation Services will conduct a criminal background check on new hires as part of an offer of employment that is made contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Education and Experience Requirements: Level I - requirements at this level consist of a Bachelor's degree in orientation and mobility, rehabilitation teaching or a bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a disability related field. Level II - requirements at this level consist of those indicated in Level I plus two years of experience in rehabilitation teaching or orientation and mobility. All applicants at this level must be eligible to sit for certification for either Vision Rehabilitation Therapist or Orientation and Mobility Specialist through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) or the National Orientation and Mobility Certificate, (NOMC) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board. Level III - requirements at this level consist of those indicated in Level II. All applicants at this level must be certified in either Vision Rehabilitation Therapist or Orientation and Mobility Specialist through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) or the National Orientation and Mobility Certificate, (NOMC) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board. Level IV - requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in either Rehabilitation of the Blind, Visual/Vision services or Orientation and Mobility and three years' experience in rehabilitation teaching or orientation and mobility. All applicants at this level must be certified as either Vision Rehabilitation Therapist or Orientation and Mobility Specialist through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). Selective Qualifications: Application must include transcript showing degree has been awarded and copy of current certifications such as Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT) or Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) or the National Orientation and Mobility Certificate (NOMC), or the National Certification in Literary Braille or Unified English Braille (NCLB or NCUEB) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board or documentation of eligibility to sit for the above certifications. Method of Application : ALL SOURCES - Applicants, without previous classified state service, those that are in the unclassified status OR currently in probationary status, must apply through the Office of Management and Enterprise Services OKJOBS on-line External Listings applicant system (www.jobaps.com/ok/ <http://www.jobaps.com/ok/> ). Current State of Oklahoma employees with permanent status in the classified service, or those having reinstatement rights must apply through the Office of Management and Enterprise Services OKJOBS on-line Internal Listings applicant system (www.jobaps.com/OK/promo.asp <http://www.jobaps.com/OK/promo.asp> ). If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, contact Michelle Marston at (405) 951-3454. An Equal Opportunity Employer Thank you! Fatos Floyd, CRC, Field Services Coordinator Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services Visual Services Mobile: 918-230-7156 | Toll Free: 800-845-8476 | <http://www.okdrs.gov/> www.okdrs.gov Empower Oklahomans with Disabilities

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Register for the Rehab conference in Orlando
by ebell＠pdrib.com 08 Jun '18

08 Jun '18

REGISTER NOW! *** Early registration rate ends June 15 *** National Federation of the Blind Contemporary Issues in Rehabilitation and Education For the Blind 17th ANNUAL REHABILITATION AND ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY CONFERENCE Rosen Shingle Creek Resort 9939 Universal Boulevard Orlando, Florida 32819-9357 (866) 996-6338 Tuesday, July 3, 2018 8:30 am - 7:30 pm Come and join us! Once again, this year's conference will be action packed with a variety of new speakers, topics, and hands-on events. Schedule: 7:30 - 8:30 am-Registration 8:30 am-Conference Begins 2:00 - 5:00- Interactive Breakout Sessions 5:00 - 7:00 pm-NBPCB Awards Reception Click here to register: https://nbpcb.org/members/er.php?eid=355 Registration Fee includes the NBPCB Awards Reception: Cost: Before June 18 - $85 for professionals; $75 for Students. After June 15 - $100 for both students and professionals Those certified through the NBPCB may register using their username and password. All other participants should register as a guest. For questions or special arrangements, contact Edward Bell at 318-257-4554, or ebell at latech.edu. The NFB Employment Committee invites all seminar attendees to come to our 2018 events: the Employment Committee meeting and networking session Tuesday afternoon from 1-3 p.m., the Job Seeker Seminar on Wednesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m., the Job Seeker Seminar Breakout Sessions on Wednesday from 6-8:30 p.m., the Upward Mobility Seminar on Friday from 7-9 p.m., and the Career Fair on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. See convention agenda or Jobs Listserv for more details. - Dick Davis, Chairperson Sponsors: National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) Professional Development & Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) Louisiana Tech University National Organization of Professionals in Blindness Education Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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: National Braille Press Seeking Braille Proofreader
by ebell＠pdrib.com 07 Jun '18

07 Jun '18

National Braille Press is looking to hire a qualified braille proofreader; Information is below. Many thanks in advance for your interest and circulating this great opportunity! Working within the Production Department, a proofreader ensures that braille and tactile graphics observe National Braille Press standards for the highest quality and follows BANA guidelines for transcription and formatting. A proofreader confirms that the braille and tactile graphics are accurate and accessible representation of print material, and the hard copy braille is clear, well-formed, and properly bound. A proofreader is detail-oriented, organized, logical, and possesses excellent concentration. He/she understands the subtleties of guideline application, considers the end reader as well as the needs of the client, and makes decisions expeditiously to complete an assignment. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of a proofreader to ensure that NBP provides the highest quality braille possible while adhering to a predetermined schedule. Major Areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to: * Proofread transcribed material and locate inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or ambiguities, and create an error report to transmit to a transcriber electronically for correction. * Maintain on-going and expert knowledge of braille codes and formats approved by the Braille Authority of North America. Understand and effectively utilize all reference documents, such as customer specifications, The Rules of Unified English Braille, Second Edition 2013, English Braille American Edition, NLS Instruction Manual, Braille Formats: Principles of Print to Braille Transcription, 2011, Braille Formats: Principles of Print to Braille Transcription, 2016, etc. * Actively pursue advanced certifications through the Library of Congress. Minimum Job Requirements: * Bachelor?s degree and 1-3 years of work experience. * Excellent command of the English language, spelling, and grammar. * Strong working comprehension of tactile graphics. * Efficient knowledge of PC-based computers and Microsoft Office. * Functional knowledge of refreshable braille devices and digital recorders. * NLS Certification in Literary Proofreading and prior proofreading experience in an educational or publishing setting is preferred. NLS Certification in Nemeth highly desirable. * Strong organizational skills and ability to handle concurrent, multiple job tasks. * Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to pose appropriate questions, gather information, and apply resolutions. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume detailing interest and experience to Human Resources, at hr at nbp.org <mailto:hr at nbp.org> . National Braille Press creates programs and materials to support braille literacy and empower the blind and visually impaired communities. NBP strives to be the world leader in braille materials, technology solutions and literary programming that enhance and transform the lives of blind and visually impaired children and adults. We accomplish this through production and publication of high quality braille and tactile graphics that encourage engagement and independence in school, work, family and community. Best wishes, Jaclyn Sheridan Witterschein Vice President of Operations National Braille Press 88 St. Stephen Street Boston, MA 02115 617-425-2442 (direct) 617-266-6160 <http://www.nbp.org/> www.nbp.org

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FW: Looking for blind nurses
by ebell＠pdrib.com 07 Jun '18

07 Jun '18

**** Posted on behalf of Jane Lansaw** Hi Ed, I tried to post this to the list but for some reason, the mailer daemon bounced it back at me. Would you mind posting it for me? Hi folks, I have clients who are CNA?s and have lost too much vision to keep working in the field. I don?t know the alternative techniques for blind nurses but I am starting to get a lot of these guys so I would like to find any blind nurses you might be able to help me contact. I have one client who is actually still working but struggling with her vision. If you know blind nurses please feel free to give them my contact information at work and send me anyone who agrees. Jane Lansaw 9183131572 jlansaw at okdrs.gov Thanks everybody, see you at convention. from the world's smallest keyboard.

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