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Connecticut DORS - Employment Opportunity - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379]
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Jun '15

10 Jun '15

DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES JOB OPPORTUNITY EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND (MOBILITY INSTRUCTION) (Unclassified) PLEASE FOLLOW THE SPECIFIC APPLICATION FILING INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE! Open To: The Public Location: 184 Windsor Avenue, Windsor, Job Posting No: 83378/83379 Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week Bargaining Unit: Education Professions (P3B) Salary: $56,481* - $63,462 Annually *Employees new to state service start at the minimum of the range Closing Date: June 2, 2015 ? June 16, 2015 The Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind, is recruiting for two (2) Education Consultants for the Blind (Mobility Instructor).Within the Children?s Services Program at the Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind, the selected candidate would be responsible for providing direct instruction in safe travel techniques to children who are blind; consultation services to school district staff, parents, professionals and paraprofessionals who interact with children on assigned caseload. Examples of Duties: Plans and administers a program of independent travel instruction for blind children and youth to whom the program may be applicable; assesses skill levels of clients to determine instructional needs; supervises and instructs in all techniques of independent travel such as the use of cane and other guide devices; arranges the program to suit individual needs; instructs in safety measures for the protection of individuals; aids the blind in orienting themselves to the community and in areas where they would have occasion to travel; makes recommendations for modifications to the environment for safety; participates in planning and placement team meetings; conducts mobility training at expanded core curriculum group activities; may speak before lay and professional groups; keeps records and submits reports on individuals and the program in general; does related work as required. Extensive travel throughout the state is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and methods of education of the blind and visually disabled with emphasis on mobility instruction; some knowledge of eye diseases and of the psychological effects of blindness; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with others. General Experience: Six (6) years of experience in teaching blind or visually disabled children or adults. Special Experience: One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in mobility instruction. Substitutions Allowed: 1. College training with special courses in the education of the blind may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. 2. A Master's Degree in the field of mobility training may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. Special Requirements: 1. Possession of a certificate in Orientation and Mobility from a recognized national, state or professional organization. 2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Note: The filling of this position will be in accordance with reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules, if applicable. Application Instructions: Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit the following and forward as indicated below: 1. State of Connecticut Application for Employment (CT-HR-12), available online at: <http://www.das.state.ct.us/exam/default.asp#APPLICATION_FORMS> www.das.state.ct.us/exam/default.asp#APPLICATION_FORMS. 2. Copy of College transcript(s) (Original will be required upon hire) 3. Three (3) professional reference letters from current and/or former supervisors, or performance appraisals. 4. Candidates currently employed in state service, please submit your two (2) most recent service ratings in lieu of references with your application materials. <mailto:DORS.Recruitment at ct.gov> DORS.Recruitment at ct.gov THE POSTING NUMBER MUST BE IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE EMAIL or Department of Rehabilitation Services 55 Farmington Avenue, 12th Floor Hartford, CT 06105 ATTN: Human Resources Incomplete, blank or late applications will not be considered. Also, no fax or hand-delivered copies will be accepted. PLEASE NOTE: The primary contact method will be via email if provided on your application. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE June 16, 2015 AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. 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: Elizabeth Rival [mailto:erival at comcast.net] Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2015 10:40 AM To: ebell at latech.edu Subject: FW: [Ct-nfb] [FWD: Connecticut DORS - Employment Opportunity - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379] From: Elizabeth Rival [mailto:erival at comcast.net] Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 3:42 PM To: 'Justin Salisbury' Subject: FW: [Ct-nfb] [FWD: Connecticut DORS - Employment Opportunity - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379] From: Ct-nfb [mailto:ct-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Lucia Lee via Ct-nfb Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 2:28 PM To: jobs -NFB; CTABS List serv; NFB of CT list serve Cc: llee at nfbct.org <mailto:llee at nfbct.org> Subject: [Ct-nfb] [FWD: Connecticut DORS - Employment Opportunity - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379] -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Connecticut DORS - Employment Opportunity - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379 From: "Sigman, Brian" <Brian.Sigman at ct.gov <mailto:Brian.Sigman at ct.gov> > Date: Thu, June 04, 2015 1:49 pm Good afternoon. The Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind is recruiting for two Orientation and Mobility Instructors (State of CT Job Title is Education Consultant for the Blind- Mobility Instructor). Please share this information with anyone who may be interested in applying. Attached to this email is the job announcement in Word and PDF versions. Please follow the link below to access the job posting. Thank you. <http://das.ct.gov/HRDocs/JobsExams/DRS_01_Education_Consultant_for_the_Blin…> http://das.ct.gov/HRDocs/JobsExams/DRS_01_Education_Consultant_for_the_Blin…

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Wisconsin Recruiting an O&M Consultant
by PRESIDENT＠alumni.ecu.edu 07 Jun '15

07 Jun '15

Colleagues: The state of Wisconsin is recruiting an orientation and mobility consultant. Please see the announcement at the link below. This job is based at the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, in Janesville WI. It is in the south central part of the state, about thirty-five miles from Madison, and ninety from Chicago. http://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=82311&jobid=81825&org=255&class… ? Also, here?s a contact: Stacy Grandt, M.S., C.P.M. WCBVI Outreach and NIMAS Director 1700 State St Janesville, WI 53546 1-866-284-1107 x 2 1-608-758-6145

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Job Opening in Connecticut - EDUCATION CONSULTANT FOR THE BLIND -- Mobility Instructor 83378/83379
by PRESIDENT＠alumni.ecu.edu 05 Jun '15

05 Jun '15

Dear Colleagues: The state agency in my home state of Connecticut has two instructor job openings. Of all states without any NOMCs, I believe we are one of the most open to considering NOMC applicants. The email from the agency is directly below with a link to apply, and the posting is also attached. I?d be proud to offer any input that any applicant may request. Yours, Justin Salisbury Justin Salisbury - Running Thunder Phoenix Graduate Student Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University Email: President at Alumni.ECU.edu<mailto:President at Alumni.ECU.edu> Twitter: @SalisburyJustin Good afternoon. The Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind is recruiting for two Orientation and Mobility Instructors (State of CT Job Title is Education Consultant for the Blind- Mobility Instructor). Please share this information with anyone who may be interested in applying. Attached to this email is the job announcement in Word and PDF versions. Please follow the link below to access the job posting. Thank you. http://das.ct.gov/HRDocs/JobsExams/DRS_01_Education_Consultant_for_the_Blin…

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Register now: 14th Annual Rehab Conference
by ebell＠pdrib.com 01 Jun '15

01 Jun '15

*** Only 15 more days for the discounted rate *** REGISTER NOW! Contemporary Issues in Rehabilitation and Education For the Blind 14th ANNUAL REHABILITATION AND ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY CONFERENCE Rosen Centre Hotel 9840 International Drive Orlando, Florida 32819 Sunday, July 5, 2015 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 - 7:30 pm-NBPCB Awards Reception Registration Fee includes the NBPCB Awards Reception: Cost: Before June 15 - $85 for professionals; $75 for Students. After June 15 - $100 for both students and professionals Go to the following URL to register: https://nbpcb.org/members/er.php?eid=251 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 Dianne Reed at 318-257-4554, or dreed at latech.edu <mailto:dreed at latech.edu> . Sponsors: National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) Professional Development & Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) Louisiana Tech University National Association of Professionals in Blindness Education 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: scholarships available from V.A. for rehab professionals
by ebell＠pdrib.com 27 May '15

27 May '15

Please see announcement pasted below for the Visual Impairment and Orientation and Mobility Scholarship Professionals Program being offered through Veterans Health Administration Healthcare Talent Management. The scholarships are targeted for Veterans and traditionally minority college/university students. However, anyone who meets the criteria of having been accepted into a program of study in visual impairment rehabilitation, or orientation and mobility, may apply and be considered. We are looking for applicants with a strong academic record and enthusiasm for blind and vision rehabilitation, who want to serve visually impaired Veterans who have served their nation. Please note the application period is June 1 - July 15, 2015 for the 2015-2016 academic year. Details are included in the attachment, and at the Talent Management websites listed in the attachment. Please share this message broadly to any interested individuals or group. Note: For more information contact Martin Hyacinthe, (504) 565 - 4828 Martin.Hyacinthe at va.gov Visual Impairment and Orientation & Mobility Professionals Scholarship Program (VIOMPSP) 2015 VIOMPSP Application Period VHA Healthcare Talent Management and Blind Rehabilitation Services are honored to inform you that VA will accept applications for VIOMPSP during the following dates June 1, 2015 ? July 15, 2015 As we strive to meet VHA?s needs for qualified blind rehabilitation specialists, we are asking for your assistance in attracting the best applicants to apply for this exciting scholarship and future VA employment opportunity Eligibility ? Eligible applicants must be enrolled in, or accepted for enrollment in, an academic program located in the United States that prepares graduates to meet the VA qualification standards for employment ? Applicants must be citizens of the United States and pass a background investigation Covered Expenses ? Full-time students Tuition and required fees/Maximum $15,000 per academic year/$45,000 total award 4 years to complete education ? Part-time students Tuition and required fees/Award maximums are based on ratio of full-time attendance 6 years to complete education Service Obligation ? Participants work as permanent, full-time VA employees in blind rehabilitation practice upon completing their educational program and licensure/certification ? Participants agree to a 3-year service obligation ? Participants sign a Mobility Agreement to relocate at their own expense if required to fulfill their service obligation ? Participants who fail to meet the requirements of their service obligation shall repay an amount equal to the unearned portion of the scholarship award, plus any penalty fees, to be determined by VHA Healthcare Talent Management 2015 Application Period Students interested in applying must follow the instructions in the ?How to Apply? section of the Program Announcement on USA Jobs. Applications will be accepted through USA Jobs at https://www.usajobs.gov/ June 1, 2015 ? July 15, 2015 Application Process ? VA will publish the open period for accepting VIOMPSP Applications on VA Careers at https://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/education-support.asp ? VA will post a Program Announcement and accept applications through USA Jobs at http://www.USAjobs.gov ? Applicants must submit a complete application package consisting of Application (VA Form 10-0491g) Academic Verification (VA Form 10-0491) Evaluation and Recommendation (VA Form 10-0491e). Include one each from: ? the academic program where currently enrolled or where the applicant will be enrolled; ? a person who has known the applicant for a minimum of 2 years; and ? if a current or previous VA employee, the applicant?s VA supervisor or equivalent Academic Transcript (An unofficial transcript is acceptable) R?sum? Declaration for Federal Employment (OF 306) ? All applications must be received by the deadline date in the program announcement ? See https://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/education-support.asp for more information and to download any required forms How can you help? Please share this information with any audience who would express favorable consideration for this VA effort. We are confident that with your support and engagement, we can attract the best applicants, award students with excellent scholarships, and provide exciting opportunities in the visual impairment and/or orientation and mobility fields that will assist our Veteran population with receiving specialized treatment. Bob Kresmer, president NFBA Toll free (888) 899-6322 When you purchase from Amazon, you can generate a contribution for the National Federation of the Blind of Arizona! Simply go to the website smile.amazon.com, select the National Federation of the Blind of Arizona as your selected charitable organization, and then each time you purchase from smile.amazon.com a donation of one half of one percent of your eligible purchase will go to the NFB of Arizona. Your purchases from smile.amazon.com are just the same as from the original amazon.com site, and cost you nothing! Please let your family and friends know of this easy way to make a donation.

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FW: Job Posting
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 19 May '15

19 May '15

From: Robinson, Dave Sent: Tuesday, May 19, 2015 1:45 PM Subject: Job Posting Importance: High Good Afternoon Everyone, This is to notify every one of the posting of the Administrative Assistant III position soon to be vacated by Dottie. All interested parties will have to apply online at http://statejobs.nebraska.gov/ A complete job description is provided on the website, when applying. The announcement closes at 11:59 p.m. c.s.t. on June 3, 2015 As always, all applicants are highly encouraged to read through the directions completely, before beginning the application process, as once an application is submitted, the system will not allow the applicant to go back in and edit or make any corrections. Incomplete or improperly filled out applications will not be forwarded to us for consideration. If you post to list serves, please feel free to forward this announcement to them. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks. Dave Robinson Nebraska Commission For The Blind & Visually Impaired (402)-370-3453 - Phone (402)-370-3508 - FAX

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2015 Cane Walk
by jaltman＠neb.rr.com 16 May '15

16 May '15

Hello Everyone, This is one more reminder regarding the 2015 Cane Walk at our National Convention, and we now have the information regarding the location of the event. I hope as many of you as possible will be able to join us to help provide our youngest members and their families with the opportunity to be introduced to the long white cane and the independence they deserve. Monday, July 6, 2015 8:45 - 10:30 am CANE WALK Session I. 11:00 am - 12:45 pm CANE WALK Session II. room W202C in the convention center I look forward to seeing each of you again. Thank you, Jeff Altman MA NOMCT CVRCB

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FW: Orientation and mobility specialist position in Virginia
by ebell＠pdrib.com 14 May '15

14 May '15

*** Job Announcement *** *** See below for details *** Please find below information about the orientation and mobility specialist position available at the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired (VRCBVI) in Richmond. Our staff are dedicated to raising expectations, promoting independence and preparing students to go to work. At VRCBVI we work with adults for a majority of the year. During the summer we host a five-week Learning Independence, Feeling Empowered! (LIFE) program for blind highschool students. If anyone would like further information about this position or about VRCBVI, he/she can call me at 804-371-3323. Thank you for helping us get the word out. Have a beautiful day! Agency: Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired Job Title: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Location: Henrico Position #: 00044 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Quicklink: http://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/12085 Melody Roane, Director Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind & Vision Impaired 401 Azalea Avenue Richmond, Virginia 23227 Phone: 804-371-3323 Email: melody.roane at dbvi.virginia.gov <mailto:melody.roane at dbvi.virginia.gov> Twitter: @VRCBVI_Strong <https://twitter.com/VRCBVI_Cares> Facebook: VDBVI <https://www.facebook.com/VDBVI> Worldwide Web: www.vrcbvi.org <http://www.vrcbvi.org> **CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE** This message (including any attachments) contains information that may be confidential. Unless you are the intended recipient (or authorized to receive for the intended recipient), you may not read, print, retain, use, copy, distribute, or disclose to anyone the message or any information contained in the message. If you have received the message in error, please advise the sender by reply e-mail, and destroy all copies of the original message (including any attachments).

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2015 Cane Walk
by jaltman＠neb.rr.com 10 May '15

10 May '15

Hello Everyone, Just as a reminder, here is the schedule for this year's Cane Walk. If you have not had the opportunity to let me know that your planning to participate as an instructor, please let me know soon. Also, I will be sending out the information regarding the location for this year's Cane Walk as soon as we have that information available, so please be watching for complete details. Monday, July 6, 2015 8:45 - 10:30 am CANE WALK Session I. 11:00 am - 12:45 pm CANE WALK Session II. Thanks, Jeff Altman MA NOMCT CVRCB

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FW: RTIL Vacancy
by ebell＠pdrib.com 06 May '15

06 May '15

Iowa Department for the Blind JOB ANNOUNCEMENT POSTING DATE: April 29, 2015 JOB TITLE: Senior Services Specialist for the Blind 1 JOB CODE: 41151 Senior Services Specialist for the Blind 1 LOCATION: Cherokee County, Iowa LOCATION ZIP CODE: 51012 PART TIME/FULL TIME STATUS: 1 Permanent/Full-Time Position SALARY MINIMUM: $44,969 SALARY MAXIMUM: $68,494 JOB DESCRIPTION: The Senior Service Specialist for the Blind 1 will support the mission, vision and philosophy of the Iowa Department for the Blind. This position will serve the independent living and older blind program. DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Facilitate the completion of the program application process. 2. Ability to interpret medical reports and other eligibility criteria. 3. Complete eligibility documentation in accordance with the federal standard. 4. Experience with conducting skills assessments. 5. Develop and implement a rehabilitation plan in partnership with the client. 6. Demonstrate and provide instruction concerning the use of adaptive devices. 7. Provide guidance and counseling and teach alternative techniques of blindness. 8. Perform case management and other case load duties. 9. Participate in senior orientation and community-based training activities for the independent living program. 10. Provide agency and program information to the public. 11. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. 12. Travel three to four days per week with some overnight stays. Statewide work to include Lyon, Osceola, Crawford, Sioux, O'Brien, Plymouth, Cherokee, Woodbury , and Ida counties. 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: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in human service-oriented sciences, education, marketing or business and experience equal to three years of full time professional work. For additional ways to qualify, please click on this <https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClas sDescriptions/SeniorServicesSpecialistfortheBlind1-41151.pdf> link to view the job description and minimum qualifications. POST CLOSE DATE: May 19, 2015 TO APPLY: 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. Apply directly by submitting cover letter and resume by the closing day to: Iowa Department for the Blind Kim Barber - Independent Living Program Director 524 Fourth Street Des Moines, IA 50309 Or email <mailto:kim.barber at blind.state.ia.us> kim.barber at blind.state.ia.us

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