[rehab] FW: Announcement for certified teacher for the blind

[Donna Walker]

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From: Tanya VanHouten
Sent: Monday, March 01, 2010 2:59 PM
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Subject: Announcement for certified teacher for the blind


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Job Details

DHS/DBS TEACHER FOR THE BLIND

Agency:
Arkansas Department of Human Services

Date Posted:
02/26/2010

Posting Expires:
03/11/2010


Summary

The Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Services for the Blind (DSB) Teacher for the Blind is responsible for teaching independent living skills and leisure time activities to blind and/or visually-impaired children and adults. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Typical Functions

Teaches blind and visually-impaired clients to organize and identify household items and utilize aids or adaptive techniques in performing home-making activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and sewing. Instructs clients in the use of systematic grooming and hygiene techniques, such as applying make up, coordinating clothing, shaving, and other personal functions. Teaches communication skills, such as typing, beginning Braille, and use of the tape recorder, abacus, talking calculator, large print materials, and Braille or talking watches. Counsels clients with regard to coping with and adjusting to blindness and provides client with information and assistance in using community resources, such as church and civic organizations, and social and transportation services. Conducts intake interview to assess rehabilitation needs and eligibility for services. Contacts medical professionals, other public and private agencies, civic groups and others to obtain referrals of new clients and to enlist cooperation in providing services. Writes narrative reports and maintains case records pertaining to client services. Analyzes high technology/sensory aids needs of clients matching client skills to appropriate equipment and installs or assists in the installation of equipment and follows-up on client instruction in use of equipment as necessary. Researches information regarding new sensory aid technology and advises clients and other agency personnel regarding equipment capabilities, limitations and availability. Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Job Dimensions



Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of rehabilitation training techniques for the blind/visually impaired. Knowledge of aids, appliances, or equipment used to enhance the functioning of the blind/visually impaired. Knowledge of agency and community referral sources. Knowledge of state and federal benefit eligibility requirements. Ability to teach independent living skills. Ability to interview and obtain and provide information. Ability to devise or modify independent living techniques or devices to meet individual needs. Ability to prepare reports and maintain case records.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, education or a related field; plus three years of experience in case management, counseling or a related area. Association of Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired certification as a rehabilitation teacher. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFER CERTIFIED REHABILITATION TEACHER. BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED. PREFER EXPEREINCE IN TECHNOLOGY AND RESOURCES FOR BLIND PERSON. MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A REHABILITATION TEACHER BY THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR ITS SUCCESSOR ORGANIZATION-ACADEMY FOR CERTIFICATION OF VISION REHABILITATION AND EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS.

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Application Information

H DIVISION OF SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
HIRING OFFICIAL - TANYA VANHOUTEN
JOB DUTIES -
REGULAR IN-STATE TRAVEL IS REQUIRED TO VISIT CLIENTS IN THEIR HOMES. OCCASIONAL OVERNIGHT TRAVEL, IN-STATE AND OUT-OF-STATE IS REQUIRED FOR TRAINING OR OTHER ASSIGNMENTS SPECIAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

* Applicant must submit an original transcript by mail to apply for FAMILY SERVICE WORKER positions. Transcripts will remain in file for future applications.

* For all applications submitted for a continuously advertised class code. YOU WILL BE PROMPTED FOR THIS INFORMATION WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE. This addendum includes your preferences for the county(ies) and divisions you are willing to work. Please list only the counties in which you would be interested in working. Statewide designations will not be accepted.

* Continuously advertised classifications, are intended to allow DHS to keep available a pool of qualified applicants should a position open.

* All DHS applicants must complete drug screening, as outlined in DHS Policy 1087, prior to being hired.

* Applications are prescreened according to the state application, addenda, résumé, transcript, licenses and any other information that you submit. (With the exception of transcripts, do not submit references, certificates, or other documents; bring them to your interview.) Therefore, it is important that you submit complete and accurate information and that you complete the application form according to instructions. List all prior work experience, including military service, beginning with your most recent employment. (Include all experience, even if you do not believe that experience to be relevant to the position for which you are applying.) You may include volunteer or unpaid work as part of your work history; however, you should include the number of hours per week which you performed these duties.

* When submitting your State Application, you may refer to your résumé for the Employment History if your résumé includes all the information requested in the Employment History section of the state application (month and year employment began and ended, weekly hours worked, etc.).

* Inadequate completion of your job history will adversely impact your comparison with other candidates.

* Benefit Package May Include: Health & Life Insurance, Vacation & Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Credit Union Available, Retirement, Career Bonus, and Deferred Compensation


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Job Details

Position No.:
22104175M

Class Code:
E039C

Grade:
C118

Salary Range:
$33,861.00 - $57,514.00 per year

Background
check required?
Yes

Location Information

Job City:
LITTLE ROCK

Job County/Region:
Pulaski

Contact Information

Contact name:
DHS Recruitment

Phone:
501-682-1001

Email:
DHS.Recruiting at arkansas.gov<mailto:DHS.Recruiting at arkansas.gov>







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Tanya VanHouten, C.R.C.
Field Services area manager
Division of Services for the Blind
P O Box 3237
700 Main Street
Little Rock 72201
(501) 682-0330
(501) 682-0366 - fax
(800) 960-9270
tanya.vanhouten at arkansas.gov

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