Archive for November, 2011

UC Davis History Professor is Focus of Next LightHouse Jobsite Series Visit

Each week the LightHouse is coordinating a group of individuals to meet with their employed counterparts working for the Bay Area’s leading businesses and institutions.

Our next jobsite excursion will take place on Wednesday, November 30th. We will be visiting Catherine Kudlick, a UC Davis history professor. We will be using the LightHouse’s office space at the Ed Roberts Campus to facilitate the meeting.

Cathy teaches courses in European history, women’s history, disability history and history of medicine. She has published two books and numerous articles on topics related to epidemics, as well as the history of blind people in France and the United States. Her job entails a lot of writing and research, delivering lectures, meeting with students, and traveling to share her work with people across the United Sates and in Europe.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 29, as space is limited.

To register for the Jobsite Conversation Series, or to find out more about it, please contact:

Rich Russo
Community Services Program Assistant
(415) 694-7352
rrusso@lighthouse-sf.org

Bus Rapid Transit on Van Ness Avenue – Public Comment on Environmental Impact Accepted through Dec. 19

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is intended as an affordable approach to creating rapid transit along Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco’s major north-south transit route, for two miles between Mission and Lombard streets.

The San Francisco Municipal Transit Agency is analyzing the environmental impact of three BRT build alternatives and one design variation. They include:

• Dedicated bus lanes, helping reduce transit travel time by 32%.
• Transit signal priority, giving buses more green lights and helping increase transit reliability by up to 50%.
• Faster, level boarding through all doors to reduce transit delays by more than 40%.
• These benefits are estimated to contribute to a 35% increase in transit ridership along the corridor.
• While undergoing planning and design, the project received the FTA’s highest rating for cost-effectiveness several years in a row, an indication of its high benefit-to-cost ratio.

A Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR) is available for public review and comment for 45 days, with all comments due December 19 (see How to Read and Comment on the EIS/EIR). The document compares BRT alternatives to conditions without BRT and documents how the BRT alternatives would affect a range of issues.

A formal public hearing for the EIS/EIR will take place on November 30 and an online webinar will take place on December 5 (see details below).

• The public hearing will be held on November 30, 2011, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Ave. The event will include an open house from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with staff available to answer questions, followed by a short presentation. A court reporter will be available during the public hearing to take verbal comments on the EIS/EIR.
• A webinar will be held on December 5, 2011, at noon. Register here.
• The next meeting of the Van Ness Avenue BRT Citizens Advisory Committee, open to the public, will be held on Tuesday, November 15, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the SFCTA offices, 100 Van Ness Ave., 26th floor.

Technology Seminar: Accessible Gifts – the December Dilemma – 11/15/11

The holiday season is fast approaching, and you’re wondering what accessible gifts to get for that special visually impaired or blind friend or family member. Or maybe you have been good this year and want to buy yourself a gift. Download the podcast and hear what people have to say about:

Apple TV (and all things accessible from Apple)
BraillePen Slim and BraillePen 12 (Bluetooth Braille enabled access tool for your smartphone or computer)
PenFriend (voice labeling system)
Dolphin Guide (simple talking computer software)
The Wilson (digital voice recorder)
iBill (talking money identifier)
SleepPhones (comfortable headphones for sleeping)

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LightHouse Seeks Community Feedback for Transit-Mapping Project

Maps are an integral aspect of daily life in our society, conveying essential information about the world we live in. Having access to that information is necessary to participate in society and gives people the ability to do what they couldn’t do before.

If someone is newly blind or learning a neighborhood from scratch, having access to maps is a real asset. But for blind people, obtaining maps has been difficult and expensive.

The LightHouse is making significant change in this area by developing accessible transit maps to enhance the ability of blind and visually impaired individuals to effectively use public transit in the Bay Area.

We are developing, and will distribute, “strip maps,” which will present concise information about selected transit routes in Braille and large print. The strip maps will be developed for BART, Muni, SamTrans and Caltrain routes.

We need your help to select additional transit routes for which we may produce strip maps in the future. Currently, our highest priority will be to make strip maps for additional Muni and Samtrans routes, particularly routes serving the Market Street corridor or routes linking to BART or Caltrain, but your recommendations about routes throughout the Bay Area are welcome.

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For more information about this project please call Frank Welte at 415-694-7363 or send email to fwelte@lighthouse-sf.org.

This Saturday! A Special Yoga Workshop – Embracing Your Sacred Heart

Join yoga instructor Nancy Yates for a wonderful “pre-holiday” yoga exploration workshop.

Traditionally, the holidays signal a time for connection with loved ones….a moment to pause and enjoy one another and the gifts that love provides. Today, in the midst of all the collective “commercialization and strife” it is challenging to pause and remember our heart-felt sacredness and calm.

Whatever your holiday experience is, this afternoon is designed to open you to the creative, playful (giggling), wise and loving transformational energy of our Beautiful Breath and the healing tools of yoga.  Together we will explore dynamic and meditative yoga practices to awaken and open the heart for greater joy and connection to the rhythm of your life-force.

Join us for a wonderful workshop of stretching, breathing, relaxation and freedom, led by yoga instructor Nancy Yates.

When: Saturday, November 19th, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters
Strawberries and Chai tea will be served
For more information, contact Brandon Young at 415-694-7372 or byoung@lighthouse-sf.org.

Victor Reader Stream Survey

To help HumanWare continue to improve its Victor Reader Stream digital talking book player, the company has prepared a 20-minute survey for Stream users. Take the survey here.

Ten respondents will be chosen at random to receive a free Stream SoftPak upgrade to their device. Participation ends November 20, 2011, and the winners will be announced on November 21, 2011.

Information provided in survey responses will be treated as confidential for HumanWare use only.

Employment Opportunity: YOH Staffing Specialist – San Ramon

POSITION TITLE: Staffing Specialist Job Requisition Number: 50589671
Application WebSite: http://jobs.yoh.com/job/San-Ramon-Staffing-Specialist-Job-CA-94582/1520518/?feedId=382&utm_source=maximus
Details: Staffing Specialist Job

Yoh, a leading provider of talent and outsourcing services, has an immediate, Part Time or Full Time , opportunity for a Staffing Specialist to join our Yoh RPO team at our client’s site in San Ramon, California .

GENERAL DUTIES :

The Staffing Specialist provides general Recruiting and HR Administrative services. This position supports our client by providing HR support and customer service.

JOB DUTIES:

- Initiate Job Posting & submit updates for current job postings during the recruitment process

- Review applicant resumes, disposition applicants, phone screen, and forward chosen candidates to the hiring manager

- Monitor and update applicant data in ATS to meet compliance regulations

- Responsible for coordinating all interview details

- Coordinate & facilitate interview debriefs

- Work with manager to coordinate and collect results for any necessary applicant testing during hiring process

- Review and coordinate collection of all HR Compliance documentation for hiring processes including applications, I-9’s, etc.

- Generate, Submit with Supporting Documentation & serve as Point of Contact for all inquiries regarding offer requests

- Track & Provide reporting / metrics on all recruitment and staffing activity: recruiting, posting activity, offer (accept/decline), and onboarding progresses and provide updates to managers

- Monitor, Follow up, & Support Background and Drug Screen Progress prior to start date.

- Submit drug screen packet & background requests for current client employees as needed for any special off-site projects

- Efficiently execute all details of the onboarding/welcome process

- Answer all appropriate Candidate Questions or refer to the correct source of information within 2 business days.

- Process candidate expenses and provide monthly special purpose account rollup

- Serve as Point of Contact on staffing process, , for Client Hiring Managers, HRMs, & applicants

- Complete & submit transaction forms to request employee record changes

- Coordinate and facilitate manager training sessions

- Execute necessary components of the employee exit process including client record update and equipment deactivation requests.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

- Ability to organize work assignments and work independently.

- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast paced environment.

- Exceptional attention to detail, interpersonal, and organizational skills a MUST.

- Familiarity with the broader HR Process, with an in-depth understanding of Staffing processes

- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including a must.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to work in an ambiguous environment, anticipate needs proactively, and see the bigger picture

- Experience with Oracle HR or a similar employee database tool preferred. Experience with ATS (e.g. Brassring/Hiresytems)

- High levels of proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Human Resources, and/or Business, or 3+ years of HR related experience.

- Minimum of 2 years experience in human resources or a degree in a related field

Discover all that’s possible with Yoh. Apply now.

Recruiter: Jaime Leben

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer,

Employment Opportunity: Catholic Healthcare West – Administration

Position Description

FACILITY INFORMATION

CHW Medical Foundation (CHWMF), established in 1993, is affiliated with Catholic Healthcare West – the fifth largest hospital system in the nation -, with 40 hospitals and medical centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, CHWMF works hand-in-hand with medical groups throughout northern California to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the many communities we serve.

As CHWMF continues to grow and , establish new premier medical groups, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Medical Office Representative (MOR) position is often the first point of contact for our patients, physicians, other clinic staff, internal and external laboratory and imaging staff, hospital staff, patient family members, and vendors. The MOR provides superior customer service, communications, and appropriate distribution of phone calls and messages. The Office Representative may also perform a variety of other duties including but not limited to collecting and updating demographics and insurance information, verification of health plan eligibility, taking complete and accurate messages, and scheduling mutually acceptable appointment times utilizing an electronic practice management system. The Office Representative may also be asked to perform other clerical duties as needed and requested to support daily clinic operation goals, bench marks, and quality patient care initiatives per departmental guidelines.

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent. Six (6) month’s experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Office Receptionist preferred; or an equivalent amount of experience in a high-volume customer service role in another industry/environment; or 6 months experience as a Phone Receptionist or Health Information Associate within CHW Medical Foundation.Familiarity with an electronic practice management system is preferred. Experience with multi-line phones/ACD phones preferred. Medical terminology preferred.

Please copy and paste the link below, into your browser bar, or go to http://www.sanfranciscodiversity.com to find more opportunities like this one.

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Join Us for Jobsite Visit to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney – Register by Nov. 15

Each week the LightHouse is coordinating a group of individuals to meet with their employed counterparts working for the Bay Area’s leading businesses and institutions.

Our next jobsite excursion will take place on Wednesday, November 16th. We will be visiting Gena Harper, Senior Vice President-Wealth Management, Senior Investment Management Consultant and a CIMA at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Berkeley, California.

Gena was born with glaucoma and is totally blind in one eye and can see very little with the other. Nevertheless, she became a financial consultant at 22 and is one of the few blind people in the investment industry in the United States.

Gena has served on the Glaucoma Research Foundation Board and also on the Governor’s Committee for the Employment of Disabled Persons. She is past President of the Downtown Berkeley YMCA and is a Junior Girl Scout troop leader for fourth and fifth graders. In 1995, Gena became the first recipient of The Glaucoma Foundation Award of Merit. Her passions include downhill skiing, rock climbing and tandem cycling.

Gena also sits on the LightHouse Board. She had this to say about her decision to commit her time to this pursuit:

“I think I can make a big difference in the lives of blind people by mentoring and setting a good example. I also would like to motivate and inspire others to set big goals and accomplish their dreams, and to know they can become extraordinary people in spite of having a disability of any kind.”

Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 15th, as space is limited.

To register for the Jobsite Conversation Series, or to find out more about it, please contact:

Rich Russo
Community Services Program Assistant
(415) 694-7352
rrusso@lighthouse-sf.org

Bill Barker’s Braille Radio Reading Room – November 2011

Bill Barker’s Braille Radio Reading Room – November 2011

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