[Blindtlk] Job announcement from Alaska

[Nimer M. Jaber, IC³]

Too bad they don't have any tech positions open.

On 8/21/12, Bonnie Lucas <lucas.bonnie at gmail.com> wrote:
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> Chance of a lifetime
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> Discover an Alaska most people (even Alaskans) never get to visit
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> The Alaska Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired is looking for a
> Certified Low Vision Therapist with O&M (or a COMS, with low vision
> experience) who would like to help build confident lives for people with
> visual disabilities in magnificent, livable Alaska. The position is
> headquartered in Anchorage. A portion of this professional's time will be
> delivering Center-based instruction and low vision assessments.
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> This staff member will also provide outreach and community-based training
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> town and village locations, some of which require jet and small plane
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> to reach. Expect flexibility and a good deal of control in scheduling the
> frequency and length of trips.
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> Beginning salary for the successful applicant who is ACVREP certified is
> $47,338 with fully paid health and dental benefits as well as generous
> leave. Twelve holidays, including the week between Christmas and New
> Year's.
> ACVREP certification fee paid. Professional liability insurance, mileage
> reimbursement and $40 monthly smart cell phone contribution. Chance to use
> frequent flier miles earned while traveling for work. Option for pre-tax
> employee 403(b) retirement savings.
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> The Alaska Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired is a small organization
> with a wonderful staff that values teamwork. This job includes room for
> creativity and variety. The Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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> Required qualifications:  Low Vision Therapist or O&M certification (or
> impending certification) and experience or Occupational Therapist with low
> vision certification. Desirable qualifications:  successful experience
> working in rural locations and with people of Alaska Native/American Indian
> heritage.
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> Please call with questions about the position or to learn whether you might
> meet qualifications, 907-248-7770, Karen, kcoady at alaskabvi.org. For more
> information: Alaska.gov or www.travelalaska.com
> <http://www.travelalaska.com/> .
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> Bonnie Lucas
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