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R-9451 Independent Living Skills Instructor (Rehabilitation Instructor) - 230 days staff E.H. Gentry Facility, Deaf Services-Re-Advertised
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Position Number: 3683673
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Business - Management

R-9451 Independent Living Skills Instructor (Rehabilitation Instructor) - 230 days staff E.H. Gentry Facility, Deaf Services-Re-Advertised

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

R-9451 Reference#11412230515

Posting Date: December 15,2022

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment

POSITION: Independent Living Skills Instructor (Rehabilitation Instructor) - 230 days staff- E.H. Gentry Facility, Deaf Services

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, 10 Regional Centers located in Birmingham, Decatur, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Opelika, Talladega, Tuscaloosa and Shoals with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf.

ABOUT THE ROLE

E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity is where it all begins!

As the E.H. Gentry Deaf Services ILS Instructor, you will work with students in the deaf caseload in areas of Independent Living Skills (ILS), including nutrition, meal preparation, domestic management, social and communication skills.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Rehabilitation Teaching, Consumer Science, Deaf Education or other related fields.
Minimum of three years of experience working with or providing services to consumers who are Deaf.

Must possess a sign language proficiency evaluation of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.
Must provide documentation of Sign Language Proficiency Interview of INTERMEDIATE (SCPI available through AIDB).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in related fields.
SCPI of INTERMEDIATE PLUS or higher.

POSITION RESPONSIBILTIES/DUTIES

Assess and evaluate students/consumers' independent living skills through performance- based assessments or other assessments as needed.
Collaborate with other instructors on units involving budgeting, domestic management, meal-planning and trips to local grocery markets.
Instruct students/consumers in methods and procedures of proper personal grooming and personal hygiene.
Instruct students/consumers in proper nutrition, meal planning, meal preparation, and table/restaurant etiquette.
Integrate appropriate technology into ILS activities.
Designate appropriate accommodations in the kitchen, dorm area, and home area for students/clients.
Collaborate with Extended Day Program (dorms) on activities related to ILS.
Participate in feedback and program review meetings and be prepared to present assessment reports or student/consumer progress reports.
Submit monthly progress reports on each student/consumer for the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must complete AIDB online training on Deafness, Blindness, Visual Impairments, DeafBlindness and Multiple Disabilities within twelve (12) months of hire.
Must possess a SCPI score of INTERMEDIATE upon employment.
Must possess a SCPI score of ADVANCED within the first 36 months of employment.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

SALARY: $37.889 - $57,465 MR-4B (Bachelor's)

$39,685- $60,146 MR-4M (Master's)

230-days staff

Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State Teachers Retirement System

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

Direct deposit is required.

This is an exempt position, not subject to overtime or compensatory 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.

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=14866&PageID=1469