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NOMC Digest, Vol 151, Issue 1
by jrcantan＠yahoo.com 08 Sep '18

08 Sep '18

Aloha Justin. I think we need to hear more facts before we can give you an answer that you would be satisfied with. Example, is this an agency decision? Is this coming out of the agencies Admin budget? Or is this a section decision? And does this come out of each sections budget? And the most important question is, why are only the sighted staff being allowed to have their registrations paid for? And is it all of the site at staff in the building? Honestly, the way your questions and concerns have been raised, it sounds like obvious discrimination. I hope we can get more answers before we draw any conclusions. As you may know, our agency along with the rest of vocational rehabilitation here in Hawaii is going through an order of selection. We are dealing with some major budget issues. Because of these budget issues, our section has had to make some really tough decisions over the last few months. One of those tough decisions was that the staff members of our section would not be attending this year?s NFV state convention on the sections very limited budget. To make clear, this is not an agency decision, but rather a section decision made by the section supervisor who happens to be blind. And as you know, there are other really tough decisions that have been made that I won?t talk about here. There are employees in other sections who will be attending this year?s convention through work, and they happen to be cited, 4 of them to be exact. I can promise you that them being cited and us being blind has nothing to do with why they?re going to convention as part of work and we are not. To be honest, I was disappointed when I found out I had to pay for my own registration. But then I thought about it, and I realized whether Work was going to pay for me or not, I would find a way to attend our state convention! Even if that meant I had to come up with the 50 dollars on my own! I think it would be well worth it! So yeah, I think we definitely need more facts before we come to any conclusions. I definitely don?t want people to be misled and I?m sure you feel the same way.Hope this helps. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 7, 2018, at 11:02 AM, nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org wrote: > > Send NOMC mailing list submissions to > nomc at lists.nbpcb.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.nbpcb.org/listinfo.cgi/nomc-nbpcb.org > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > nomc-owner at lists.nbpcb.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of NOMC digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Question about Attending State Conventions as Employees > (Justin Salisbury) > 2. Re: Question about Attending State Conventions as Employees > (Lerone Walker) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 7 Sep 2018 08:45:15 +0000 > From: Justin Salisbury <PRESIDENT at alumni.ecu.edu> > To: "NOMC at lists.nbpcb.org" <NOMC at lists.nbpcb.org> > Subject: [Nomc] Question about Attending State Conventions as > Employees > Message-ID: > <BY2PR13MB031068845D0CCE6B76D5D88689000 at BY2PR13MB0310.namprd13.prod.outlook.com> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Colleagues, > > I recently heard about a state VR agency and its plans for how to save money on a state convention. They are basically sending the sighted employees to the convention as a work activity but expecting the blind employees to pay their own way because that's something they can reasonably be expected to be attending even if they were not employees. The agency is divided into a handful of sections, and the section where all of the blind employees work is the one not getting compensated. > > Has anyone experienced this kind of thing before? What arguments worked or did not work to resolve the issue, hopefully in a peaceful and face-saving way? > > Asking for a friend, > > Justin > > >

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FW: IL Teacher Opening
by ebell＠pdrib.com 29 Aug '18

29 Aug '18

The Iowa Department for the Blind is seeking an Independent Living Teacher. To see the full position, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2192296/independent-living… <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2192296/independent-living…> &pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Independent Living Teacher Salary ? $44,449.60 - $67,516.80 Annually Location ? Des Moines - 50309 - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Agency 131 Iowa Department for the Blind Job Number 19-00218 Closing 9/9/2018 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-DNP Point of Contact Kimberley Barber at kim.barber at blind.state.ia.us list of 3 items definition list of 2 items Job Description This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind. The Iowa Department for the Blind is looking to fill an Independent Living Teacher (Services Specialist for the Blind 2) to assist the state. APPLICATION AND ELIGIBILITY: list of 12 items nesting level 1 ? Reviews all assigned electronic IL application provided by Intake Specialist (IS). ? Schedules IL application interview with applicants and where applicable with legal guardian within policy timeframe. ? At the time of the application interview; update IL application data and information as needed. ? If assigned, may be asked to complete the entire IL application when applicant is unable to start the application process by phone. ? Ensure eye reports and other necessary medical records are available that might assist to move forward with completing the IL application and eligibility. ? Determines eligibility within program policy timeframe. ? Document each service visit in electronic case management system (CMS); and add all required documents to paper files. ? Inform applicants of their eligibility determination status, present right to appeal information, Iowa Client Assistance Program and other available resources. ? Make referrals to other service agencies as appropriate or needed. ? Must be able to follow and implement Federal, State administrative rules, and program policy and procedures to ensure program remains in compliance. ? Travel across Iowa in all weather conditions to meet with applicants and/or clients in homes or other locations to share information about agency, philosophy, programs, and services offered. ? Meetings may be scheduled after normal business hours and overnight stays are required. list end nesting level 1 COMPLETE SKILLS ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOP/IMPLEMENT IL REHABILITATION PLAN/AUTHORIZATIONS list of 9 items nesting level 1 ? Work jointly with IL clients to assess and documents independent living non-visual skills training needs. ? Where applicable, follow VR process to provide VR rehabilitation skills assessment and rehab skills teaching in the field as assigned. ? Discuss skills assessment findings with IL clients and where applicable respective VR counselor and VR client then prioritize and recommend non-visual skills training service needs, and while also determining client interests and commitment to pursue available opportunities. ? Discuss and documents training plan options including formal Independent Living Rehabilitation Plans and IL Waiver Plans. ? Develop and documents IL rehabilitation plan with IL clients using a Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely (S.M.A.R.T.) Goal approach. ? Work with IL clients to establish a timeframe for a plan completion and a plan review. ? Prepare timely case documentation for electronic and paper file systems in accordance with agency policies and procedures. ? Submit new and any amended IL rehabilitation plan(s) to supervisor for review and approval before implementation. ? Partner with IL client(s) to plan to determine who is responsible for any potential related training costs should there be any. Within program policy, in a timely fashion accurately and timely recommend and document all expenditures as well as authorizes related to program training expenditures within the case management system for a supervisor review and decision. list end nesting level 1 PROVIDE DIRECT IL SKILLS TRAINING/CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES/CLOSURE SERVICES Deliver direct core IL rehabilitation non-visual skills training services as identified through a completed IL skills assessment and approved IL plan. The IL program is results-driven so the IL client should experience positive gains in the area of confidence and independent living skills. Services provided may include: list of 4 items nesting level 1 ? Adjustment to blindness counseling services. ? Direct non-visual skills training services such as Braille instruction, orientation and mobility/travel with long white cane, using assistive technology, home and personal management, communications, daily living, and integration. ? Individual and/or group advocacy training; or direct advocacy service for IL clients who are unable to effectively self-communicate or self-advocate. ? Information and referral provided on behalf of those serve and have given permission. Examples of information and referrals might include but are not limited to: list of 11 items nesting level 2 ? The Iowa Department for the Blind Library service; ? The Iowa Department for the Blind's Vocational Rehabilitation Program Services; ? The Iowa Reading Radio Information Service (IRIS); ? The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa (NFBI) Newsline; ? Hadley School for the Blind; ? Iowa Blind Consumer Groups; ? Local Blind and/or Low Vision Support Groups in Iowa; ? Veteran's Support Groups; ? Area Agencies on Aging (AAA); ? United Way (211 Helpline); or ? Other useful resources `or sources that will facilitate help independent living. list end nesting level 2 list end nesting level 1 list of 2 items nesting level 1 ? Case management including case noting information and contacts from application through the conclusion of IL process. Examples: application, health assessment, eligibility determination, contacts, all contacts including appointments, plans, amendments, authorizations, closure, etc. ? Models used to deliver services may include and can be used in any combination: list of 4 items nesting level 2 ? Regional Cluster Model; ? Community-Based Training; ? Senior Integration; or ? Senior Orientation when Senior Integration is not available. list end nesting level 2 list end nesting level 1 OUTREACH AND PRESENTATIONS: list of 3 items nesting level 1 ? Represent IL program at Congressperson sponsored senior fairs, Veteran's fairs, Iowa County senior health fairs, community group meetings, consumer groups, support groups, agency sponsored events, speaking or in-service engagements, and/or other assigned public events. ? Assists senior housing, local senior centers, and other agencies serving more mature individuals who are blind to better understand blindness and increase awareness of agency services. ? Participate in various agency project teams including New Staff Training, Open House, Volunteer list end nesting level 1 Workshop or other similar projects. DOCUMENTATION/STATISTICAL REPORTING: list of 6 items nesting level 1 ? Develop and document weekly itineraries; prioritizing applicant and client work. ? Reporting all data and information accurately and timely within the electronic case management system as well as paper documents. ? Compiling reports as requested by administration. ? Completing monthly bi-weekly time sheets and work reports accurately and timely. ? Submitting travel vouchers timely and accurately. ? If assigned a State motor pool vehicle shall complete all required reports and turn them in timely and accurately as well as maintain the maintenance of the vehicle. list end nesting level 1 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: list of 11 items nesting level 1 ? Coordinate work with division team and cross-division teams. ? Receive and/or complete program or other program/agency applications. ? Obtain, analyze, and interpret eye and other medical reports. ? Determine applicant eligibility for programs based on governing regulations, rules, and policies. ? Provide adjustment to blindness counseling and non-visual skills training instruction. ? Demonstrate assistive technology and/or independent living aids, devices, equipment, and/or supplies. ? Completes case management duties as well as case load duties accurately and on time in accordance with policy including closing all program cases timely and accurately. ? Conducts speaking engagements or in-services to large or small groups, radio engagements, or other venues to promote the agency. ? Communicate with individuals and groups, verbally and in writing, and using the English language. ? Move and transport items (e.g., assistive technology equipment) up to 20 pounds between office/domicile, vehicles, and site visits. ? Travels across Iowa in all types of weather; some meetings are scheduled after hours and require overnight stays. list end nesting level 1 SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Preferred: list of 2 items nesting level 1 ? Work experience in the area of adjustment to blindness counseling, teaching non-visual skills techniques using structured discovery model. ? Work experience working with individuals 55 and older. list end nesting level 1 Minimum Qualification Requirements Graduation from an accredited college or university and experience equal to one year of full-time professional or paraprofessional work in human service fields such as: social services; nursing; personnel; vocational rehabilitation; education; psychology; or intangible sales, interviewing, recruiting, and promotion; recreation, public information, volunteer service for public or private organizations, fund raising, or ministry in a recognized faith or denomination; OR graduation from an accredited college university with a major emphasis in library science or liberal arts and at least one year of library work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting the equivalent of one year of full-time work experience (as listed above) for each year of the required education to a maximum substitution of four years For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. (Download PDF reader) list end definition list of 1 items Agency State of Iowa list end definition list of 2 items Agency 131 Iowa Department for the Blind Address 524 4th St Des Moines, Iowa, 50309 list end definition list of 1 items Website https://blind.iowa.gov/ list end

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FW: Jobs Class and Life Skills Instructor position at the Iowa center
by ebell＠pdrib.com 27 Aug '18

27 Aug '18

Job Class/Life Skills Instructor Salary $48,672.00 - $74,131.20 Annually Location Des Moines - 50309 - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Agency 131 Iowa Department for the Blind Job Number 19-00172 Closing 9/4/2018 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-DNP Point of Contact Al Bickell at <mailto:alan.bickell at blind.state.ia.us> alan.bickell at blind.state.ia.us * <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2182833/job-class-life-ski lls-instructor?page=5&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs#details-info> Description * <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2182833/job-class-life-ski lls-instructor?page=5&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs#details-benefits> Benefits * candidattes must apply on NeoGov * At this link * 19-00172 <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2182833/job-class-life-ski lls-instructor?page=5&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs> Job Description This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind. The Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Services Specialist for the Blind 1/Jobs/Life Skills instructor in the Adult Comprehensive Adjustment to Blindness Training Center. This person provides small group instruction in nonvisual skills using the structured discovery model. This instructor will teach students in the Center life skills such as personal care, budgeting, and alternative blindness techniques to successfully live independently. In addition, this person would work with students to find a career goal, facilitate skill and interest preferences, and actively work with students to discuss alternative non-visual techniques the student could use to perform work tasks. We are looking for someone who will participate fully in center activities and challenge students to grow and reach their fullest potential. Our programs are based on a positive attitude toward blindness and a belief in the normality and competency of blind people. We know that with proper training and opportunity, blind people can live full, happy, and successful lives. Duties include but are not limited to the following: * Provide individualized, nonvisual instruction to adults in using the structured discovery model of training. * Provide instruction to several students in a small group format. * work with students on how to find housing, perform labor market research, enroll in college, complete a FAFSA, write a resume and cover letter, and other related tasks * work with rehab counselors and businesses to set up informational interviewing and job shadowing experiences for students * teach non-visual strategies for self-care , money management, personal organization, time management, maintaining a professional appearance, and other daily living tasks * Demonstrate and promote a positive attitude toward blindness amongst center students. * Evaluate student progress, set goals, and write progress reports within the case management system. * Participate fully in all center activities. The ideal candidate will: * Have experience working in an orientation center with both teenagers and adults * be flexible, patient, and enjoy change and variety in day-to-day activities * Have experience working with students who have varying levels of skill and experience and manage a class of up to four students * Possess a passion for teaching * Possess a passion for empowering blind people to gain employment * Be skilled at working as part of a team * Have experience in a variety of employment fields * Have excellent communication skills Minimum Qualification Requirements 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; OR the equivalent of three years of full-time experience as a rehabilitation counselor or teacher shall be considered as qualifying provided the employee has successfully completed training to meet the certification criteria established by the agency; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the equivalent of one year of full-time professional work experience for each year of the required education to a maximum substitution of four years. For additional information, please click on this <https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClas sDescriptions/SeniorServicesSpecialistfortheBlind1-41151.pdf> link ton view the job descriptio

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Inquiry regarding state operated residential training facilities
by leronewal＠msn.com 12 Aug '18

12 Aug '18

To: individuals employed by state operated blindness training residential facilities Does your Agency requires that a nurse be present at all times students are in training? Does your agency policy dictates that in the event of a nursing staff shortage students are to discontinue Training until satisfactory Staff levels of certified nurses be restored? Sent from my iPhone

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FW: Job Posting-Deputy Director of Services for the Blind-Arkansas
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 09 Aug '18

09 Aug '18

From: Servan, Carlos Sent: Thursday, August 9, 2018 9:57 AM To: NCBVI Everyone <NCBVI.Everyone at nebraska.gov> Subject: FW: Job Posting-Deputy Director of Services for the Blind-Arkansas Commission staff, FYI and to share with whom you feel it's appropriate. Carlos R. Serv?n, J.D. NCBVI Executive Director From: ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org> <ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org>> On Behalf Of Pankow, Carol (DEED) Sent: Thursday, August 9, 2018 9:43 AM To: ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org> Subject: [NCSAB Members] Job Posting-Deputy Director of Services for the Blind-Arkansas Deputy Director of Services for the Blind - 1 The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state's largest agency with 7,500 employees working in 86 county offices serving more than one million people. Employees work in 11 major divisions and five support offices headquartered in Little Rock to provide services to Arkansans. DHS is seeking to fill a Deputy Director of Services for the Blind position in Little Rock, AR. The Deputy Director of Services for the Blind is responsible program and administrative functions of the division. This Position: Directs the activities of divisional personnel through lower level managers and supervisors by determining overall division goals and objectives and by managing subordinate staff, including interviewing, hiring, providing training, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating the performance of immediate subordinates, and serving as performance evaluation reviewing official for lower level divisional employees. Oversees establishment of division short and long-range plans, goals, and objectives. Develops, communicates, and monitors division program and administrative policies and procedures through subordinate staff, and evaluates program and/or service delivery effectiveness and compliance. Disseminates and interprets laws, policies, and procedures. Reports program and administrative performance to division board and implements board directives. Assists division board in accomplishment of duties outlined within rehabilitation regulations specific to program planning and evaluation and comprehensive needs assessment. Oversees identification of program and operating needs and preparation of budget requests. Serves on committees, boards, and task forces to provide input or rehabilitation program information. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation management, organizational management or a related field; plus nine years of progressively more responsible experience in rehabilitation program administration or a related area, including five years in a professional managerial capacity. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1) 5 years experience in Executive Director leadership skills and/or Masters Degree 2) 5 years experience in rehabilitation of Blind/Low vision 3) 5 years knowledge/skills/abilities related to the field of Blindness 4) 5 years experience with knowledge of Braille Position Number: 22102252 Closing date: August 17, 2018; 11:59 p.m. APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.ark.org/arstatejobs/index.php?ina_sec_csrf=44a394a0be3c6a4218ff… Check out all of our current job listings at: www.AR-DHSjobs.com<http://www.AR-DHSjobs.com> (Careers > Open Positions) Like us on http://www.facebook.com/ardhsjobs & follow us on http://www.twitter.com/ARdhsjobs for more great DHS career opportunities! Carol N Pankow Director Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development State Services for the Blind 2200 University Avenue #240, St. Paul, MN 55114 Direct: 651-539-2272 Web<http://mn.gov/deed> | Twitter<http://twitter.com/mndeed> | Facebook<http://facebook.com/mndeed> [DEED SSB Logo Black and White]

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Cane Travel Job, Birmingham
by ebell＠pdrib.com 08 Aug '18

08 Aug '18

P. O. Box 698 * Talladega, Alabama 35161 Re-Advertised R- 3870 Reference #116329452 Posting Date: August 3, 2018 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 $46.90 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: $36,820 - $55,844 Scale MR Rank 5B Bachelor's Degree $38,565 - $58,449 Scale MR Rank 5M Master's Degree Pay increase of 2.5% effective 10/1/18 (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. Apply at <http://www.aidb.org> www.aidb.org 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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Position Announcement - Social Services Manager (District Supervisor) - Sikeston, MO
by Michael.A.StJulien＠dss.mo.gov 06 Aug '18

06 Aug '18

Good Afternoon, Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind is currently recruiting for a District Supervisor in our Southeast District Office located in Sikeston, MO. Please see the attached position announcement for more details. If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact me directly. 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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NOMC and Daily Living Skills Instructor Positions Available in Arizona
by jklgabias＠hotmail.com 31 Jul '18

31 Jul '18

Hello everyone, Here in the hot and sunny state of Arizona we have multiple positions available. We have NOMC positions open as well as Daily Living Skills Instructor positions. Attached are the job descriptions. There are lots of opportunities for growth and we are looking for people with strong Structured Discovery backgrounds and a positive philosophy on blindness. If you have any questions, please don?t hesitate to contact Amy Porterfield at aporterfield at saavi.us<mailto:aporterfield at saavi.us> or myself, Joanne Gabias at jgabias at saavi.us<mailto:jgabias at saavi.us> . Hope to hear from you soon! Joanne Gabias, M.A., NOMC, NCUEB, NCRTB Training Coordinator SAAVI Services for the Blind 3767 E. Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85716 Office: 520-795-1331 Email: jgabias at saavi.us<mailto:jgabias at saavi.us> Expect more, Achieve more, Become more! www.saavi.us<http://www.saavi.us/>

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NOMC and Daily Living Skills Instructors in Arizona Available
by jklgabias＠hotmail.com 31 Jul '18

31 Jul '18

Hello everyone, Here in the hot and sunny state of Arizona we have multiple positions available. We have NOMC positions open as well as Daily Living Skills Instructor positions. Attached are the job descriptions. There are lots of opportunities for growth and we are looking for people with strong Structured Discovery backgrounds and a positive philosophy on blindness. If you have any questions, please don?t hesitate to contact Amy Porterfield at aporterfield at saavi.us<mailto:aporterfield at saavi.us> or myself, Joanne Gabias at jgabias at saavi.us<mailto:jgabias at saavi.us> . Hope to hear from you soon! Joanne Gabias, M.A., NOMC, NCUEB, NCRTB Training Coordinator SAAVI Services for the Blind 3767 E. Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85716 Office: 520-795-1331 Email: jgabias at saavi.us<mailto:jgabias at saavi.us> Expect more, Achieve more, Become more! www.saavi.us<http://www.saavi.us/> SAAVI<http://www.saavi.us/> www.saavi.us Expect More, Achieve More, Become More, Get SAAVI! We expect more of you because we believe in you. We know that you can achieve more because we believe in you.

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FW: Candidates Needed
by ebell＠pdrib.com 25 Jul '18

25 Jul '18

*** Job Announcement *** SUMMARY: This position, which is jointly supervised by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB), has the statewide leadership responsibility to ensure quality programs and services for students who are blind or visually impaired, including those with multiple disabilities by developing and implementing comprehensive plans and providing technical assistance to Local School Systems (LSS) and The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB). Accountabilities Essential Functions: Coordinates planning, design, implementation and evaluation of statewide professional development opportunities that focus on improving student achievement and professional growth in collaboration with MSDE, MSB, LSS, the Maryland Instructional Resource Center (MIRC), in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities, professional and consumer organizations. Provides technical assistance and consultation to LSS, MSDE, MSB, and others to enhance professional development, student achievement, accessibility of learning materials, and other identified needs. Develops staff development and technical assistance resources for MSDE, MSB and LSS that will be the joint approved product of the partnership between MSB and MSDE. Coordinates statewide efforts of MSDE, MSB and LSS to enhance parent support, training, and resources. Coordinates statewide efforts to enhance the accessibility of learning materials for students who are blind or have low vision including those who are deaf-blind and/or are multiply disabled. Responds to inquiries from LSS, parents, and others. Collaborates with and assists the LSS and MSB to secure special education and related services to students when the LSS does not have the local capacity in terms of available qualified staff to provide the IEP required programs and services. Serves as the MSDE liaison to the Maryland State Steering Committee for Programs of the Visually Impaired and the MIRC. Is accountable to the MSDE and MSB supervisors and develops annual jointly approved goals that include specific objectives with timelines. Maintains knowledge of state and national education and special education trends, issues, and opportunities related to assistive technology, curriculum, best practices, legislation, policy, regulations and professional standards. Works with Maryland State Department of Education for all large print, braille and online State Science, Biology and American Government assessments, and PARCC administration. Additionally, coordinates Vision Bias and Sensitivity reviews for Statewide Testing with other states in the PARCC consortium to ensure access and accommodations for students who are blind or visually impaired. (Statewide Assessments) Serves as National Instructional Materials Access Center (NIMAC) coordinator; state contact for questions, information, and dissemination; designate/assign State Accessible Media Producers; work with the National AIM Center at CAST regarding technical assistance to improve AIM in Maryland. (Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM) Coordinator for Maryland) Coordinates Certification for teachers of the blind and visually impaired work group meetings. Supports the Division of Curriculum and Assessment (DCA) related to all issues of accessibility; review Race to the Top projects; review online credit-bearing classes. (Accessibility) Facilitates the American Printing House for the Blind Federal Quota Registration Program process for all blind students; facilitate the federal deaf-blind census process for all students with deaf-blindness. (Census Reporting) Serves as grant coordinator for federal grants related to services provided to deaf and blind students. Understanding and use of assistive technology for students who are blind or VI. Work Schedule: 37 1/2 daytime hours, Monday through Friday with daily one hour unpaid lunch; position requires regular travel within the state; flextime and/or additional hours, including weekends and evenings, are occasionally required. This is a twelve-month position and will follow the State of Maryland employee schedule. Qualifications Experience and Skills: . Minimum requirement of a Master's Degree in special education of blind or visually impaired students; Doctorate, preferred. . Current certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired and/or Orientation and Mobility required. Special education administration or supervision certificate preferred. . A minimum of four years of teaching experience with students who are blind or visually impaired, including those who have multiple disabilities is required. A minimum of 3 years administration experience of programs for visually impaired students is preferred. . Comprehensive knowledge of assistive technology, common core and the expanded core curriculum, best practices, legislation, policy, regulations, professional standards, education, special education trends, and statewide testing. . Experience in school improvement initiatives, program evaluation, staff development training, policy development, research, professional publications preferred. . Must be at least 21 years of age. Sharon Maneki, President National Federation of the Blind of Maryland 410-715-9596 The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.

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