[NABS-L] Summer Job Opportunity with Iowa Department for the Blind

Tue Dec 13 15:42:33 UTC 2022

Good morning,
When I worked the program in the summer of 2020, there was a short break in
the middle of the summer, and staff members slept in the same building but
different apartments from students.
If you have specific questions about how the program will be run this
summer, I encourage you to reach out to the individual listed as the point
of contact in the original message.
Hope this helps,
Elizabeth.

On Tue, Dec 13, 2022 at 8:55 AM Casey Reyes via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
wrote:

> I'm interested in applying for the job. Are there breaks to go home during
> the program? Do summer staff and students sleep in the same building?
>
> On Sat, Dec 10, 2022, 17:55 Elizabeth Rouse via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>
> > Hi all,
> >
> >
> >
> > I was asked to pass along the below opportunity to anyone who might be
> > interested. As a former employee, I'd love to discuss further if you have
> > questions.
> >
> >
> >
> > Best of luck with finals!
> >
> > Elizabeth
> >
> >
> >
> > Iowa Department for the Blind
> >
> > JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
> >
> >
> >
> > Summer Youth Program Staff
> >
> > LOCATION:
> > Des Moines, Iowa
> >
> > Post Close Date: January 3, 2023.
> >
> > PART TIME/FULL TIME STATUS: 10-15 Temporary Full-Time Positions
> >
> > SALARY: $17.43/hr. Expected total salary to be approximately $8,000.
> >
> >
> >
> > All applications must be submitted through the State of Iowa job
> > application
> > site at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa.
> >
> > Applications will be evaluated based on the cover letter and resume
> > uploaded
> > to the site.
> >
> > While offers of employment cannot be made until January, the first
> > interviews will be scheduled for the week after Thanksgiving, and
> > applicants
> > are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
> >
> >
> >
> > Work Schedule:
> >
> > Initial staff training will be held in Des Moines the weekend of March
> > 24-26.
> >
> > The primary time of employment will be May 30-August 17, 2023.
> >
> > Summer youth counselors may consistently work significantly more than
> forty
> > hours per week, based on the number of students enrolled in the program
> and
> > those students' needs. Exact schedules will be determined by the needs of
> > the students in the program, and the skillset of each staff member.
> > Tentative staff role assignments will be announced after the March
> training
> > weekend.
> >
> >
> >
> > JOB DESCRIPTION:
> >
> > LEAP summer staff will support the mission, vision and values of the Iowa
> > Department for the Blind during our two-month residential summer program
> > for
> > youth ages 14-21. Summer staff will enjoy watching youth challenge
> > themselves and grow in their independence throughout the summer. Roles
> will
> > be assigned based on staff skills and student needs, but will include
> > teaching daily classes such as braille, cane travel, access technology
> and
> > career exploration as well as teaching independent living skills during
> > mornings and evenings in the student apartments and during evening and
> > weekend activities.
> >
> >           Strong candidates will possess solid communication skills,
> > maturity, the ability to follow directions and ask questions as needed,
> > work
> > hard and have fun, as well as a strong belief in the abilities of blind
> > persons and a commitment to helping students grow toward their potential.
> > Housing is available for employees who live outside the Des Moines area.
> >
> >
> >
> > Examples of duties:
> >
> > Support student learning through braille, technology, personal
> management,
> > cane travel, and money management instruction. Provide instruction in
> > social
> > skills, appropriate etiquette and self-advocacy. Reinforce blindness
> skills
> > learning through assisting students with daily living tasks, meal
> planning
> > and preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, and cleaning and organizing
> > apartments.
> >
> > Assist students in traveling to and participating in activities in the
> > community such as eating at restaurants, bowling and rock climbing.
> > Reinforce proper cane technique and other nonvisual skills during these
> > activities.
> >
> > Serve as a role model for students in the use of nonvisual techniques and
> > problem-solving skills.
> >
> > Ensure safety of students by monitoring student behavior and the student
> > living areas.
> >
> > Communicate with other program staff regarding student needs and
> progress.
> > Document student progress including written student reports at the end of
> > the summer.
> >
> >
> >
> > Essential functions of this position:
> >
> > Demonstrate and promote a positive philosophy of blindness
> >
> > Actively monitor student behavior and living areas
> >
> > Communicate regularly with program leaders regarding student needs and
> > concerns
> >
> > Document student progress through detailed written reports
> >
> > Demonstrate proper use of the long white cane
> >
> > Read and write braille to support students in developing their braille
> > skills
> >
> > Actively participate in all summer program activities
> >
> >
> >
> > It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background
> > checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment.
> >
> >
> > MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
> >
> > High school diploma or equivalent
> >
> >
> >
> > For more information, contact Helen Mejia at
> > <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us
> .
> >
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