Employment for a Deaf person: The National Center for Deaf Health Research (NCDHR) at the University will hire a new Health Project Coordinator this summer.

The Health Project Coordinator will work on several NCDHR research projects, in collaboration with the NCDHR Research Team.

Responsibilities include:

· Recruitment and outreach about NCDHR research programs with the Rochester Deaf community

· Lead healthy lifestyle intervention groups and individual intervention sessions over videophone

· Coordinate recruitment and survey administration for the NCDHR Deaf Health Survey 2, starting Fall 2012

· Coordinate outreach and education efforts to inform the Rochester Deaf community about HEART: Health Engagement and Action for Rochester’s Transformation

Experience and familiarity with Deaf culture and Deaf health is highly preferred. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required. A Master’s degree in health, education, or psychology related fields is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, such as a Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in a related field and at least 2 years of related experience.

If you would like to apply, please send your resume to:

Carlene Mowl

Email: Carlene_mowl@urmc.rochester.edu

Mail:

Carlene Mowl

National Center for Deaf Health Research

University of Rochester Medical Center

Box 708

265 Crittenden Blvd

Rochester, NY 14642

If you have any questions about this position, please call Carlene at 585-286-5042 (videophone) or 585-273-1173 (voice).

Deaf Counselors: Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) in Texas has a job opening for a Career Placement Counselor. Contact Nancy Bonura, Campus Dean of Student Affairs, at NBonura@howardcollege.edu

JOB FOR DEAF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS:
ASL REQUIRED
PHOENIX DAY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF ARIZONA
STATUS: PERMANENT
CALENDAR: SCHOOL YEAR (10 MONTH)
WORK HOURS: 7:30AM-3:30PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
* Individual positions may be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or other related duties
* Conduct diagnostic studies to identify needs, limitations, and strenths of students
* Provide recommendations for instructional strategies to educational staff
* Perform Function Behavior Assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans
* Maintain student files per State and local guidelines
* Participate in continuing education courses and workshops

KNOWLEDGE OF:
* Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit
* Principles and practices of administration and management
* Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures
* Principles,methods and procedures for diagnosis and treatment of mental dysfunctions
* Federal and State, statutes, policies, and procedures related to child psychology

SKILLED IN:
* Judgement and decision making
* Computer and related software
* Analysis and evaluation
* Report preparation

ABILITY TO:
* Communicate information and ideas effectively so that others will understand
* Administer/score assessments and interpret results
* Demonstrate counseling techniques to staff
* Bend, stoop, reach, and sit for extended periods of time

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
* Must be able to pass FBI and State background check
* Defensive Driver Training Program to be completed by all agency personnel that drive on State business
* Master’s Degree in Psychology or a related field
* Valid certification as required by Arizona Department of Education
* Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience
* ASL (American Sign Language) skills if working with students/staff who are deaf or
* Braille skills if working with students/staff who are visually impaired

AGENCY JOB BOARD ID: ASDB

For more information: https://secure.azstatejobs.gov/pljb/azgovjobs//mainjb/applicant/jobClick.jsp?count=1&id=44600

The Jewish Social Service Agency Position for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor with ASL skills.

JSSA, a fast growing community based non-profit/nonsectarian organization serving the Greater Washington, D.C. area, has an immediate opening in our Fallsgrove/Rockville, MD location.

Hourly – Clinical Social Worker or Clinical Professional Counselor is needed to provide individual, family and group therapy and case management with children, adolescents, and adults who are deaf and hard of hearing. LCSW-C or LCPC and strong ASL (American Sign Language) skills required. Some evening hours necessary.

Hourly position offers clinical supervision by master clinicians; free in-service continuing education training throughout the year, and exciting opportunities for professional growth. Competitive Salary.

Send resume and salary requirements to: Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA), Attn.: HR, 200 Wood Hill Road, Rockville, MD 20850, fax 301.309.2596, e-mail hr@jssa.org Visit our website at www.jssa.org for more information.

Community Support Services for the Deaf, Inc. Job Opportunities – Part-time Residential Counselors

CSSD, Inc., is currently hiring Part-time Residential Counselors to work with Individuals who are Deaf adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities in the Baltimore area. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma, proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL), and a valid driver’s license.

Job duties will include assisting with daily living skills, community activities, medication administration, budgeting skills, & general support & education.

Patience, caring, & respectful attitude are also required.

All positions are direct-care and pay hourly, between $10-$12/hour. The following shifts are available:
Saturday – 7a-3p, 9a-3p, 3p-11p, and/or Sunday 7a-11p, 9a-11p

If interested, please contact Leanne Fescina at 410-597-8780(v), 410-597-8806 (tty), 443-348-8256 (VP) or email at jobs@cssdinc.org

Deaf School Psychologist: Montgomery County Public Schools, MD has a position for a school psychologist in the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program: Serve D/HOH students 3-21 yrs using Sign Language, Cued Speech, or spoken English to address educational, emotional/behavioral issues, individual/group counseling; select, administer & interpret appropriate assessment procedures re: cognitive, language, visual-spatial, social/ emotional needs, adaptive behaviors; consult w/staff, admin. & parents. Sign Language fluency required; Cued Speech desirable. Candidates with National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) preferred.

Apply: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/careers/

Contact: Susan Russell, Supervisor 301.670.2250 Voice/TTY