[Nfbc-info] Junior Blind Summer Jobs -- Blind Need not Apply?

Tue May 19 13:48:08 UTC 2009

Hi all.  This might have to do with sloppy writing rather than an
exclusionary policy.  I'm here referring to the driver's license
requirement.  I think what they mean is transportation required.  They just
don't know that's what they mean.  In the event that an ID is required, the
DMV issued none drivers ID card should be sufficient.
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> Actually, according to licensing requirements for a residential facility
> of this type in the state of California night residential staff are
> required to remain alert and awake during a night shift. This applies to
> any residential treatment facility or training program.
> Chuck
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>> Did anyone catch this illuminating passage?
>>
>> "Nocturnal Residential Counselor
>> As a Nocturnal Residential Counselor, duties will include guiding and
>> assisting students in a household atmosphere and maintaining a safe
>> environment.
>> You will be required to remain alert and awake during the shift."
>>
>> Is this a training center, a hospital or a prison?
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org]
>> On
>> Behalf Of Bryan Bashin
>> Sent: Monday, May 18, 2009 10:14 AM
>> To: NFBC Info at NFBNet
>> Subject: [Nfbc-info] Junior Blind Summer Jobs -- Blind Need not Apply?
>>
>> Our friends at the Junior Blind of America have posted a series of great
>> jobs in their Los Angeles program.  Only problem is that they continue to
>> insist upon a Drivers License for these positions, effectively shutting
>> out
>> blind people from making a contribution.  Small wonder, then, that JBA
>> continues to be seen as an organization out of touch with what blind
>> people
>> think, need and do.
>>
>> If any of the following jobs are ones with which you have ability, I
>> might
>> suggest applying anyway and having a serious conversation about the
>> blanket
>> need for a drivers license.  The Junior Blind needs to hear from blind
>> people.  The job post appears below..
>>
>> Bryan
>>
>>
>>
>> Job Type
>> Full Time
>> Employee
>> Seasonal
>> Relevant Work Experience
>> Less than 1 Year
>> Fun Summer Program Jobs!
>> About the Job
>> Jump Start Your Career!
>> Would you like to be part of a fun and exciting program?
>> Looking for a summer job that's completely different?
>> Junior Blind of America is currently seeking staff in a variety of
>> positions
>> for its Student Transition and Enrichment Program (STEP).
>> STEP is a summer program for young adults who are 16-22 years old, who
>> are
>> blind or visually impaired and seeking career-awareness, independent
>> living
>> skills and developing social skills. The program offers its students
>> career
>> exploration, internship-work experience, independent living skills, and
>> much
>> more.
>> The program is based at Junior Blind's Los Angeles campus, but STEP
>> frequently leaves campus for off-campus activities such as spending a few
>> hours at Amoeba Records in Hollywood to a whole day at Knott's Berry
>> Farm.
>> This is an 8 week summer position that begins June 15, 2009 and ends
>> August
>> 14, 2009.
>> Specific job requirements vary, but all staff must be responsible,
>> caring,
>> flexible, resourceful, patient and have excellent interpersonal skills.
>> Experience working with young adults, special needs and/or the visually
>> impaired is a plus.
>> All candidates must be 21 years old, have a valid California Driver
>> License
>> and must be eligible to drive agency vehicles
>> .   This is an excellent work opportunity for
>> a student looking for a summer job and/or anyone considering the fields
>> of
>> education, special education, vision impairment, orientation and
>> mobility,
>> psychology, ophthalmology, social work, or for anyone who cares about
>> others!
>> This is also a great job for a person looking for a new and exciting
>> summer
>> experience.
>> This is not your typical summer job!
>> The following STEP positions are:
>> Job Coach
>> As a job coach your focus will be to lead and train students in
>> established
>> work sites in the community while assisting in the planning and
>> implementation of strategies for developing student's independent work
>> skills.
>> Residential Counselor
>> As a Residential Counselor, duties will include guiding and assisting
>> students in a household atmosphere and maintaining a safe environment.
>> Assisting students in planning and participating in events such as trips
>> to
>> the mall, the beach, Magic Mountain, internships-work experience, and
>> much
>> more.
>> Nocturnal Residential Counselor
>> As a Nocturnal Residential Counselor, duties will include guiding and
>> assisting students in a household atmosphere and maintaining a safe
>> environment.
>> You will be required to remain alert and awake during the shift.
>> This is a perfect job if you want to catch up on your homework or if you
>> are
>> a night owl.
>> Orientation and Mobility Specialist
>> As an O& M instructor you will assess each student upon arrival to the
>> program, setting goals with each student and then implementing exercises
>> to
>> address those goals.
>> Complete assessments and written reports for each student.
>> Student needs will range from simple use of cardinal directions and basic
>> cane technique, to off-campus training, such as visits to local markets,
>> the
>> surrounding residential neighborhood, downtown Los Angeles, use of public
>> transportation, or even trips to amusement parks!
>>   A
>> A Master's degree in orientation and mobility from an accredited college
>> or
>> university preferred, or bachelor's degree in orientation and mobility
>> from
>> an accredited college or university and certification, permanent or
>> provisional, by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation
>> and
>> Education Professionals (ACVREP) as an orientation and mobility
>> specialist.
>> Assistive Technology Instructor
>> The primary purpose of your position is to instruct the students in the
>> use
>> of Braille for personal communication, preparation for vocational use and
>> identification needs.
>>             A degree in rehabilitation teaching with a visually
>> handicapped
>> specialty and experience in
>>             the use of Braille and Braille instruments.
>> Knowledge of and ability to instruct in Grades 1,
>>             2 and 3 Braille, notation Braille, the Braille writer, the
>> slate and stylus.
>> Lead Teacher of the Visually Impaired
>> The primary purpose of the position is to over see day-to-day operations
>> of
>> the program and the curriculum.
>> Develop and implement curriculum and assign and track individualized
>> student
>> work.
>> Provide direct instruction in classroom settings.
>>   Provide clear and motivating leadership and instruction.
>> Create and maintain an atmosphere of support and of self worth.
>> A Master's degree or equivalent with an emphasis on services to the
>> visually
>> impaired and experience in an agency or agencies serving the disabled or
>> the
>> blind or visually impaired.
>> Interested candidates should submit their resume and letter of interest
>> to
>> (Please specify which position you are interested in):
>> Junior Blind of America
>> Human Resources Department
>> 5300 Angeles Vista Blvd.
>> Los Angeles, CA 90043
>> Fax: (323) 296-0424
>> E-mail:
>> hrdept at juniorblind.org
>> Visit us at:
>> www.juniorblind.org
>>  and Share Our Vision!
>>
>>
>>
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