[Job-Listings] Job Announcement at Saavi Services for the Blind in Tucson Arizona

Thu Aug 5 16:52:03 UTC 2021

Hello,

We would like to request a job announcement for a position we are looking to fill. The position is Life Coach in Tucson, Arizona. Below is the job description and qualifications.

Introduction: Saavi Services for the Blind is looking for a Life Coach to join our team in Tucson Arizona! If you are interested in this position please send your resume to Alex Aguilar at aaguilar at saavi.us<mailto:aaguilar at saavi.us> Emma-Kurtz Aniba ekurtz-aniba at saavi.us<mailto:ekurtz-aniba at saavi.us> Mohammed Falah mfalah at saavi.us<mailto:mfalah at saavi.us> and Amy Porterfield aporterfield at saavi.us<mailto:aporterfield at saavi.us>

About Saavi Services for the Blind: Saavi believes in a world where blind individuals are determined, bold, and self-reliant - contributing locally, nationally and throughout the world. Ensuring that success for blind individuals is attained as we all truly believe that it is not what you can see it is what you can do. We are SAAVI and it is our motto and belief to expect more of our students and ourselves. High expectations means high achievements for program participants. We expect more of our students, and in turn they set high expectations for themselves. Thus, achieving more and becoming more. Expect More! Achieve More! Become more!

Job Summary:

This position provides supportive instruction in the residential setting, and in programming in the Children and Youth Program. Provides hands-on instruction to Saavi students.

This position contributes to Saavi Services for the Blind mission to (to cultivate growth and opportunity for blind people through nonvisual skills training; gaining the knowledge that all challenges have solutions, and fostering self-efficacy, empowerment and confidence.   This means that all hold a positive philosophy of blindness, and all contribute to the success for each student.

Reports to:  Children & Youth Services Coordinator

Location:  Tucson

Supervisory Position: No

Job Type:  Part-Time

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

*                 Assist in the instruction and support of SAAVI Children and youth in the assigned focus areas.

*                 Provides support in the residential settings and promotes independent skills that are taught in the Saavi Services for the Blind program.

*                 Monitor and report student progress.

*                 Maintain consistent communication with Program Directors and instructors

*                 Work collaboratively in a team to support student and agency success.

*                 Reinforce proper cane technique and other nonvisual skills during all activities.

*                 Serve as a role model for students in the use of nonvisual techniques and problem-solving skills.

*                 Demonstrate respect and inclusion for all,

*                 Adhere to all timelines or develop reasonable alternate plans for accomplishing job tasks.

*                 Support student learning through incorporating braille, technology, cane travel and ILS, in all settings throughout all Saavi activities and practices.

*                 Ensure learning shade and cane is used at all times whilst taking part in Saavi Services for the Blind and other appropriate activities.

*                 Positively represent Saavi in professional development and special functions as needed.

*                 Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Knowledge:

*                 Experience in blindness required.

*                 Ability to demonstrate appropriate and competent skill levels as a role model.

*                 Ability to demonstrate a positive philosophy of blindness and a history of inclusive practices.

*                 Excellent verbal communication and the ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence,

*                 Experience advocating for individuals and encouraging self-advocacy.

*                 Strong negotiation and relationship building skills.

*                 Ability to communicate, promote and work within a team environment.

*                 Ability to initiate and complete job duties with strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

*                 Non-visual instruction

*                 Able to positively represent Saavi Services for the Blind at professional development and special functions as needed.

*                 Good organizational skills

Conditions of Employment:

*                 Able to work evenings or weekends as needed.

*                 Must demonstrate a positive philosophy of blindness.

*                 Must complete internal blindness emersion training.

*                 Ability to pass a Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) background check.

*                 Ability to obtain an approved DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card (provided by SAAVI)

*                 If performing driving functions for Saavi Services for the blind, Possess a valid Arizona Driver's License. If driving SAAVI vehicles must have a clean driving record and be approved by SAAVI insurance

Thank you.

Best Regards,

Alex Aguilar
Human Resources Generalist

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3767 East Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85716
aaguilar at saavi.us<mailto:aaguilar at saavi.us>
520-795-1331 ext. 248

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