[WADNet Post] May 30, 2006: Job Openings
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JOB OPENINGS
-- Job Opening: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services Coordinator, UW-Madison
-- Job Opening: DHHA Program Director
-- Job Opening: Interpreter/Male Counselor for Camp Courage
-- POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Student Services Specialist, UW-Milwaukee
-- Job Opening: CSR - WTRS
-- Job Opening: Interpreter-ASL / Administrative Assistant, CDHH
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Job Opening: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services Coordinator,
Accommodations Specialist: Deaf and HoH,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Job Opening at University of Wisconsin, Madison:
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services Coordinator, Accommodations Specialist:
Deaf and HoH
***Please see the entire position announcement at
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_053654.html ***
ALL questions about applying for this position MUST be directed to Diane
Steele, dlsteele@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or voice phone 608.263.5700
Degree and area of specialization:
A baccalaureate degree is required, master's degree preferred, or
equivalent combination of degree and experience.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Two or more years professional experience, preferably in a
post-secondary setting, working with people who are deaf and hard of
hearing.
Previous experience coordinating interpreting and speech to text
services desired, preferably in a post-secondary setting.
Current knowledge of interpreter and speech to text credentials,
assessments, and best practices.
Ability to determine student service eligibility and assess employee
skill level necessary to provide sign language interpreting and speech
to text services.
Knowledge of deafness, services and accommodations for postsecondary
students who are d/Deaf and hard of hearing, role and functions of sign
language interpreters and speech to text providers, and communication
methods used by individuals who are d/Deaf and hard of hearing.
Knowledge, comfort and experience in working with people who are d/Deaf,
hard of hearing, or who have disabilities and state and federal laws
applying to nondiscrimination.
Ability to advocate effectively for students and Deaf and Hard of
Hearing Program staff, and for the development of the Deaf and Hard of
Hearing Services Program.
Strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Tact, diplomacy and firmness in dealing with students, faculty and staff.
Ability to work independently, track multiple projects, prioritize work,
meet deadlines, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to change.
Knowledge of current office technologies.
Moderate to native fluency in sign language strongly desired.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Grant writing experience preferred.
Budget experience and ability to forecast anticipated costs preferred.
This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 100%
Anticipated begin date: AUGUST 02, 2006
To insure consideration, application must be received by: JUNE 09, 2006
** The full job description including principle duties is viewable
online at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_053654.html **
** All questions about applying for this position must go to: Diane
Steele, dlsteele@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by Amy Free, BS, CI & CT, UW Staff Interpreter, McBurney
Disability Resource Center)
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Job Opening: DHHA Program Director
DHHA is seeking a qualified and responsible Deaf community member to
work in DHHA Home Office and to assist in serving the needs of the Deaf
and Hard of Hearing community. This position is a half-time position and
this job will have a mentor of current Program Director. The position
will begin on July 1, 2006.
Job responsibilities include:
• Attending regular meetings with the Board of Directors
• Implementing goals and objectives as directed by the Board of
Directors and/or the strategic plan
• Development of programming to meet the identified “priority” needs as
determined by the strategic plan
• Assisting Deaf community members in the implementation of identified
priority programming
• Work with committees on seeking opportunities for grant monies and/or
matching funds from foundations and donors.
Job qualifications include:
• ASL fluent, a strong knowledge of Deaf culture, and a good tied to the
signing community
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with signing individuals and hearing
individuals
• Strong writing ability
• Experience with large group presentations
• Experience with program development, including organization and set
up, advertising and marketing, implementation and follow-up
• Active participation and links with the Signing community
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability and motivation to work independently, as a self-starter
• Computer literacy, including word processing, database and spreadsheet
programs and publishing programs.
The deadline is June 8, 2006. Please send your cover letter and resume to:
DHHA Office
Attention: President
2819 W. Highland Blvd
Milwaukee WI 53208
Email: president@xxxxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Dan Houlihan, DHHA)
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Job Opening: Interpreter/Male Counselor for Camp Courage
I am looking for an energetic interpreter and a male counselor to work
at camp courage this year.
This person needs to be comfortable with all forms of disabilities and a
self starter.
The dates of camp are June 12-16 and June 19-23.
We will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
Camp is scheduled to be held at Mt. Simon Park, Dells Pavilion.
Email Katie McNish at ktmcnish@xxxxxxxxx if you are interested in more
information regarding this job posting.
(Contributed by: Carolyn Small, WADNet Reader)
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Student Services Specialist, UW-Milwaukee
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Student Services Specialist
(OR Associate Student Services Specialist,
level of appointment will depend on qualifications)
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER/ C-PRINT CAPTIONIST
(with paid opportunity to learn C-Print skill during July and August, 2006)
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program
invites applications for the position of Student Services Specialist (or
Associate Student Service Specialist) - Sign Language
Interpreter/C-Print Captionist with the Student Accessibility Center,
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program. This is a 9-month academic year renewable
staff position with benefits and is open to interpreters trained in
C-Print Captioning or interpreters interested in gaining C-Print skills.
Staff hired at an Associate Student Services Specialist level (pre-RID
certified or without BA degree) will participate in a supportive,
in-house mentoring program. See
http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/DSAD/SAC/precamp.html.
The Student Accessibility Center assists the university in providing
students with disabilities access to all of its services and programs
through the provision of reasonable accommodations and promotes an
atmosphere of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability.
The Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program’s mission is to insure that UWM
students who are deaf or hard of hearing have equal access to all UWM
academic program and experiences.
SALARY: Based on full-time, 9-month salary: range, depending on
qualifications: $24,660 – $35,356
STARTING DATE: August 21, 2006
DUTIES: Interpret/transliterate (sign language and oral interpreting),
and provide C-Print captioning for classroom lectures, discussions, labs
and related activities as well as other campus and community activities.
Prepare for classes and consult with professors and TA's. Assist with
program support functions as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
• BA/BS degree preferred or commitment to actively pursue degree.
• ITP or equivalent to perform duties required.
• RID Certification or National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
preferred (or commitment to actively pursue certification) or
Wisconsin WITA level II (or equivalent NAD or verification from another
state) in both transliterating and interpreting.
• Completion of C-Print training OR willingness to participate in paid
($14/hr) 60-hour internship during July and August 2006 in which
candidate will complete C-Print Captionist Training. The C-Print
training is a self-guided, web-based training that will be completed at
UWM by the candidate sometime before August 21, 2006. The training
schedule is flexible and can be completed at the candidate’s convenience.
• Minimum typing speed of 60 word/minute and demonstrate satisfactory
phonetic recognitions skills on a 10-minute phonetic assessment test.
TO APPLY: Send letter of application, resume and contact information for
three references to:
Ginny Chiaverina, Program Manager
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program
Student Accessibility Center
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee, WI 53201
(414) 229-4549 (v)
(414) 229-4284 (tty)
(414) 229-6820 FAX
ginnyc@xxxxxxx
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Application must be postmarked by June 5, 2006.
The names of those nominees and applicants who have not requested that
their identities be withheld and the names of all finalists will be
released upon request.
• UWM is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
• For the UWM Campus Security Report see
http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/OSL/CleryAct/ or call the Office of Student
Life, Mellencamp Hall 188 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
(Contributed by: Ginny Chiaverina, UW-Milwaukee)
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Job Opening: CSR - WTRS
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Society’s Assets, Inc is seeking a qualified individual to work as a
Customer Service Representative at the Wisconsin Telecommunications
Relay System in Madison, Wisconsin.
General Information
The Customer Service Representative performs a variety of job functions
in order to provide an optimum level of relay customer service. The
primary job responsibilities of the Customer Service Representative are
to serve as the principal point of contact for WTRS consumers and give
educational presentations about the relay system. This position requires
travel and schedule flexibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Three or more years of exposure to Deaf Culture and the diverse
communication needs of people who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing
and/or Speech Disabled.
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Ability to communicate effectively on the phone and in person
- Experience in public speaking
- Excellent presentation skills
- Excellent customer service skills
Additional Skills Preferred
- Preference for studies in Communications or Social Services
- Basic data entry skills and knowledge of a variety of computer
programs (Microsoft Office Suite preferred)
- Knowledge of telecommunications equipment
- Experience teaching ASL classes
Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package!
Submit cover letter and resume to:
Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay System
Attn: Human Resources Manager
8383 Greenway Blvd, Suite 90
Middleton, WI 53562
Phone (Voice/TTY): (800) 600-7826
Fax: (608) 827-0402
Email: kathy.ottelien@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
(Contributed by: Kathy Ottelien, WTRS)
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Job Opening: Interpreter-ASL / Administrative Assistant, CDHH
Help make a difference!
Opportunity to help d/Deaf and hard of hearing consumers and
professionals in Milwaukee/Waukesha as an assistant to the Regional
Coordinator for the Wisconsin Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Full-time position with 4 hours per week release time.
Must be proficient in sign language and have the ability to recognize a
variety of signing styles. Excellent command of written and spoken
English as well as word processing skills required. Must provide own
transportation for travel within the region.
Please send resume (no phone calls) and salary history to: Executive
Director, Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 10243 W. National
Avenue, West Allis, WI 53227
EEO/AA Employer
Kerry Malak
Communications Director
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
www.cdhh.org
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Leslie Riggs
WADNet Post Editor & Listserv Administrator
Wisconsin Association of the Deaf
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