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