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R-9734 Resident Advisor (Multiple Shifts), Short-Term Programs Special Projects (Decatur, Alabama) -Re-Advertised
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Position Number: 5198320
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

R-9734 Resident Advisor (Multiple Shifts), Short-Term Programs Special Projects (Decatur, Alabama) -Re-Advertised

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

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

Re-Advertised

R-9734 Reference#31111100515105

Posting Date: December 8, 2023

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: Resident Advisor (Multiple Shifts), Short-Term Programs

Special Projects (Decatur, Alabama)

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

The 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, ten regional centers located in Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa, Shoals, Opelika and Decatur with programs that range from early to 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 SPECIAL PROJECTS

AIDB's Special Projects Department is AIDB's collaborative effort to invest additional time and funding with deferral partners in order to support the mission of AIDB: To provide comprehensive education and service programs of superior quality to children with sensory differences and their families. It is our goal to expand services beyond our campus programs and even beyond our state borders. Special Projects consist of Special Education Coordination, The National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) Regional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Center at AIDB, The Center for Assistive Technology Training (CATT), The Regional Early Acquisition of Language Project (REAL), Gallaudet University Regional Center (GURC), the Agriculture Education Program, and Short-Term Programs. In addition, Special Projects is expanding services within the new AIDB North Campus in Decatur, Alabama. Special Projects utilizes various technologies and networks to satisfy the collaborative needs of each department in order to achieve the overall mission. Specifically, Short-Term Programs are responsible for providing the highest level of care and education for students who are blind and visually impaired in the state of Alabama from public school, private school, or homeschool. Students in grades 6^th-12^th will attend three, four, or five day group or individual courses throughout the school year that focus on the Expanded Core Curriculum. Students attend in-person short courses at AIDB's North Campus in Decatur, Alabama as well as virtual courses to gain specific knowledge and skills while remaining enrolled in their local school district.

ABOUT YOU

The right candidate for this position will have a passion for working with students and colleagues to ensure all Short-Term Program students receive a world-class experience that arms them with an abundance of knowledge and skills. You will play a vital role in the lives of visually impaired students by teaching them to become independent in a sighted world. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity. This role also requires physical ability and stamina, such as frequent standing, walking, recreational activity, and lifting. You will become a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum high school diploma or General Education Diploma.
Minimum one (1) year of work experience in an educational and/or residential setting.
Must be Servsafe certified OR become within 3 months of employment
Must possess excellent written and oral communication, basic office skills: completing forms, maintaining inventory, providing documentation and filing.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and Google Suites.
Upon offer of employment the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proven work experience with individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL school bus).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 80% or better on AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first twenty-four (24) months of employment.
Orientation and Mobility training required within twelve (12) months of hire.
A minimum sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL must be obtained in the first twelve (12 months) and SURVIVAL PLUS in the first twenty-four (24) months.
May be required to possess a valid Alabama Driver's License and may be required to obtain a CDL and Alabama School Bus Driver Licenses within the first twelve (12) months of employment. Must maintain yearly certification for Alabama school Bus Driver License (if applicable) and valid Alabama Driver License.
Must complete and maintain CPR/First Aid, Medication and Behavior Management training within 12 months of employment.
Must complete a Foundation of Visual Impairment e-Learning course within the first twelve (12) months.
Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include some weekends.
Implement Independent Living goals as written by STP teacher.
Protect confidentiality of student information.
Serve as a role model to students with professional behaviors.

Must be able to physically assist students as required.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, do light housework chores, climb stairs, and be able to participate in recreational activities.

Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Director.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

Behavior Management certification
CPR - every 2 years
Blood Borne Pathogens
Using an AED
Mandatory Reporting - DHR
Policy and Procedure Review
Erin's Law
Jason Flatt Act

SALARY: $15.07- $21.77 HP 40 (High School Diploma/GED)

$15.96 -$23.07 HP 42 (Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field)

188 Days

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act

Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance available
TRS retirement
Deferred compensation options available
Paid time off

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

Click Below to Apply:

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Minimum high school diploma or General Education Diploma.
Minimum one (1) year of work experience in an educational and/or residential setting.
Must be Servsafe certified OR become within 3 months of employment
Must possess excellent written and oral communication, basic office skills: completing forms, maintaining inventory, providing documentation and filing.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and Google Suites.
Upon offer of employment the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proven work experience with individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL school bus).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 80% or better on AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first twenty-four (24) months of employment.
Orientation and Mobility training required within twelve (12) months of hire.
A minimum sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL must be obtained in the first twelve (12 months) and SURVIVAL PLUS in the first twenty-four (24) months.
May be required to possess a valid Alabama Driver's License and may be required to obtain a CDL and Alabama School Bus Driver Licenses within the first twelve (12) months of employment. Must maintain yearly certification for Alabama school Bus Driver License (if applicable) and valid Alabama Driver License.
Must complete and maintain CPR/First Aid, Medication and Behavior Management training within 12 months of employment.
Must complete a Foundation of Visual Impairment e-Learning course within the first twelve (12) months.
Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include some weekends.
Implement Independent Living goals as written by STP teacher.
Protect confidentiality of student information.
Serve as a role model to students with professional behaviors.

Must be able to physically assist students as required.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, do light housework chores, climb stairs, and be able to participate in recreational activities.

Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Director.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

MANDATORY ANNUAL TRAINING:

Behavior Management certification
CPR - every 2 years
Blood Borne Pathogens
Using an AED
Mandatory Reporting - DHR
Policy and Procedure Review
Erin's Law
Jason Flatt Act

Health, dental, and vision insurance available
TRS retirement
Deferred compensation options available
Paid time off

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

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=16265&PageID=1469