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Employment Opportunities: Home Health Aide for Kaiser

HOME HEALTH AIDE FOR KAISER PERMANENTE REDWOOD CITY FULLTIME, 40 HOURS

IF YOU ARE A JOBTRAIN CLIENT AND INTERESTED IN THE OPPORTUNITY, PLEASE CONTACT: JASMINE BALUYOT 650-330-6430

YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE @ WWW.KP.ORG/JOBS JOB NUMBER 123404

Job Description:

The Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) is a member of the Home Health Team, providing direct patient care under the supervision of a case manager, reporting all changes in the patient’s condition to the case manager.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting patients in and out of bed and assisting with ambulation. • Assisting with prescribed exercises which patients and appropriate health personnel have taught aides. • Preparing meals, including therapeutic diets, and assisting patients with eating. • Assisting patients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals. • Performing household services, which will facilitate the patient’s self care at home and are necessary to

prevent or postpone institutionalization. • Assisting patients with medications which are ordinarily self-administered. • The home health aide shall not administer medications of any kind. • Performing other activities taught by a health professional for a specific patient and may include such services

as changing colostomy bags, changing of non-sterile dressings, taking of vital signs and non-sterile bowel and bladder

hygiene care. • Reporting changes in the patient’s condition and needs to the supervising nurse or therapist. • Completing records regarding services performed. • Takes actions in emergent patient situations and immediately report to supervisor.

Documentation and Communication

• Prepares timely legible and complete documentation of all care provided. • Documents all communication with other providers. • Reports stated or observed changes in patient status to case manager. • Submits schedule logs changes in schedule and daily progress notes within expected time frame per agency policy. • Participates in care coordination meetings.

Planning, Organizing and Productivity

• Organizes, plans, set priorities and complete assignment within agency guidelines. • Functions independently with supervision by case manager for each patient every 14 days as needed. • Completes expense reports, time cards and schedule logs. • Demonstrates utilization of supplies.

Professional Behavior

• Behaves in a courteous professional manner with patients, health professional and maintains patient confidentiality. • Participates in Departmental Quality Assurance activities and Utilization Review activities as requested. • Perform related duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications: • Six months of Home Health experience. • Experience in automated clinical information systems preferred. • High School Diploma/GED. • Completion of a training program approved by the Department of Health Services pursuant to applicable federal and state regulation. • California Home Health Aide Certificate. • Current BLS certification. • California Driver’s License. • Computer literate preferred. • Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

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Employment Opportunity: Systems Engineer III

JOB TITLE:            SYSTEMS ENGINEER II          3 OPENINGS 

DATE POSTED:            5/22/2012

LOCATION:            SAN FRANCISCO CA, RANCHO CORDOVA CA, PENNSYLVANIA, OR GEORGIA OFFICES

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, this position has the responsibility to design, implement and manage systems within Delta’s Windows environment that host applications and services used by our clients and staff. This includes providing production and test support in a client server environment with interfaces to UNIX, Mainframe and Sun Systems.

 

Duties include:

  • Conducting technical analysis and trouble shooting of Windows servers as it pertains to the distributed environment
  • Establishing and meeting goals and objectives that support client requirements through technical solution
  • Participating in, recommending, and collaborating with clients as well as technical resources to designing, implementing, and managing Delta’s infrastructure solutions pertaining to Windows servers and networks
  • Citrix experience in a large enterprise; experience configuring and supporting NetScaler for use with CAG; application virtualization using multiple Citrix solutions; proven ability to deploy and package complex applications using standardized methods; printing experience as it relates to Citrix; general VMware experience with emphasis on virtualization of Citrix application servers
  • Designing, implementing and managing systems based on Windows Server System products running on Intel platforms
  • Performing day-to-day system management and application support including server administration, performance monitoring, backup and recovery, and client problem resolution
  • Performing periodic and emergency system maintenance, minimizing client impact to the greatest extent possible
  • Researching, analyzing and making recommendations for hardware, software, network and system standards and configurations
  • Coordinating work efforts with users, operations, helpdesk, vendors and other technical team members
  • Contributing to technology and information systems planning and budget process
  • Preparing system documentation, operational guides and project plans
  • Preparing status reports for management monthly and as otherwise required

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Basic Windows Systems Engineering
  • Familiarity with Windows 2000-2008
  • Citrix Presentation Server 5+/XenApp
  • Four year-college degree and/or equivalent post-high school education and work experience. A degree in Computer Science and/or MIS preferred
  • Candidate should have demonstrated experience with client support in multi-server environment, including experience supporting multi-tier applications, as part of client server architecture is required
  • Three years hands-on experience with Windows Server System products involving a variety of software and hardware implementations. Ability to demonstrate requirements analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance responsibilities for these systems as well as production support of multiple servers. Experience within an environment of structured life cycle management including change management system and extensive testing prior to implementation
  • Must be capable of working in all phases of Windows systems deployment in supporting production and test environments, including the ability to trouble shoot, resolve, and recommend technology solutions related to Windows Server and networks
  • 5+ years of project experience working as a member of a technical team and/or leading the roll out of production and test systems. This would include assisting in the development and implementation of Policies & Procedures for the production environment as well as overall systems documentation
  • Excellent customer services skills required. Excellent business and technical communication skills, both verbal and written. Must read and write English fluently
  • Excellent trouble shooting and analytical skills required. Ability to foster an environment that promotes long-term problem avoidance. This is the ability to trouble shoot as well as determine problem sources and implement solutions/policies and procedures that reduce the possibility of problems reoccurring
  • Demonstrated leadership in quality and work practices. Assisting and mentoring technical team members
  • Ability to quickly learn technical and/or conceptual information, identify key issues and details, and present understandable alternatives to both technical and non-technical individuals
  • Ability to manage time and priorities to respond to deadlines. Ability to work on multiple tasks that are not necessarily well defined, under pressure of full workload, tight deadlines and shifting priorities
  • 7/24 rotation for on-call support

 

Highly Desirable Experience and Skills

Citrix 5.0 or greater, XenDesktop 3.5 or greater, and XenServer 5 or greater, SCCM software, TSM backup and recovery software , SAN technology

Windows, Citrix and VMware security practices and technologies, HP Proliant and Blade rack mounted servers , IIS/Web Interfaces

SQL 2000-2008, VMWare ESX, Windows Clustering, HP Openview, Knowledge of SharePoint services

SALARY: To be determined

BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package

PLEASE SEND COVER LETTER* AND RESUME TO:

wdsinfo@dor.ca.gov 

OR APPLY ON-LINE TO: www.deltadentalins.com

MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY – EOE/AA

In connection with your application for employment with Delta Dental of California and its’ related companies, please note that any offer of employment made to any applicant will be contingent upon the satisfactory results of a background check.  Such background check may include, but is not limited to, an investigation of credit worthiness, a check of references, employment and education verification, a check of criminal records and/or any other investigations as permitted by law.


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Employment Opportunities: Adaptive Technology Instructor IV

Job Title:                                     Adaptive Technology Instructor IV

Classification:                          Non-Exempt/Full-Time

Reports to:                                  Adaptive Technology Team Lead

Society for the Blind is currently seeking a qualified individual as an Adaptive Technology Instructor IV. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description:  The essential functions of the job are to teach all aspects of adapted computer and rehabilitation technology use to Society clients, to maintain expertise in all instructed programs and upgrades, and be a motivated team player to teach blind students computer skills using adaptive equipment and techniques to enhance computer competence and effectiveness, especially in employment settings.

DUTIES

Teaching

  • Instruct small group or individual classes in adaptive computing for blind and visually impaired clients.
  • Assess and evaluate clients as to appropriate instructional modality and needs.
  • Consistently achieve high level of excellence in both instruction and productivity.
  • Coordinate closely with the Adaptive Technology Team Lead and Core Programs Manager to arrange for maximum hours of client service and instruction.
  • Ensure that software and hardware are in good working condition for teaching.
  • Create manuals and tutorials which will assist clients to progress in learning curriculum.
  • Create, update, and revise curriculum as needed, with all related materials for submission to the Adaptive Technology Team Lead.
  • Develop new projects as assigned and as related to access technology with emphasis on both excellent client service and increased revenue production.

Documentation

  • Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to case notes, lesson notes, evaluations, progress reports, and correspondence.

Team building and Networking

  • Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  • Consult with other professionals, family members or other appropriate parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
  • Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client’s program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
  • Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society clients, staff, and volunteers.
  • Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such as Department of Rehabilitation.

Others:

  • Maintain positive and professional relationship with SFTB clients, staff and volunteers.
  • Attend all staff and department meetings.
  • Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  • Obtain training to enhance job requirements.
  • Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  • Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

Qualifications:

  • Highly skilled in current operating systems, especially current Windows, with a particular emphasis on mastery of all alternative keyboard commands to replace mouse use.
  • Expertise in at least one major screen review program such as JAWS or Window-Eyes and familiarity with a second.
  •  Expertise in Microsoft Office Programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS Internet Explorer required.
  • Familiarity with ZoomText (all levels) desirable.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
  • Understanding of blindness and some proficiency in non-visual techniques.
  • Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to the agency’s mission and vision

Educational and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Minimum two years working experience.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter via email to Karen Ankeny, Adaptive Technology Team Lead at kankeny@societyfortheblind.org .

No phone calls please!

Application’s deadline: Until the position is filled.

 

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Employment Opportunities: Transportation Specialist II

Job Title:                        Driver/Assistant – Youth Enrichment Program

Classification:            Temporary/Non-Exempt

Reports to:                    Youth Programs Coordinator

Society for the Blind is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the two open positions of YEP Driver/Assistant. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description: The essential function of the job is to operate Society vehicles to transport campers and camp staff to Camp Ross Relles and other assigned destinations. Responsibility includes assisting camp staff with various tasks and acting as an assistant during off-camp activities from July 9, 2012 through July 22, 2012.  This position requires a valid Class B License with passenger endorsement, a clean driving record and mapping skills.

Duties:

  • Drive an assigned route to transport campers and staff to and from various locations.
  • Read and interpret maps, driving directions and road signs to plan the most efficient route.
  • Verify the safety of passengers prior to each trip departure.
  • Operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Maintain defensive driving.
  • Assist passengers in securing bags, luggage and other items; should be able to lift at least 50lbs.
  • Ensure that assigned vehicle is properly fueled and maintained
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of vehicle mileage and fuel purchase receipts.
  • Assist program staff during off-camp field trips and activities.
  • Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • Must have a valid Class B license with passenger endorsement issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. A copy of current Medical Examiner’s certificate card will be requested.
  • Current MVR (motor vehicle report) will be requested, and applicant must be insurable through Society for the Blind’s insurance carrier.  Previous certification in a Defensive Driving (or similar) course is appreciated.
  • Exemplary driving record, current personal auto insurance; scheduling flexibility; high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Willingness to undergo job-specific and agency-specific safety and skills training.
  • Attentive, courteous, drug and alcohol-free driving is absolutely crucial
  • Successfully pass pre-employment background check requirement.
  • One year or more of professional driving experience.
  • Excellent communication skills. Ability to work as a member of a team.
  • Enthusiasm for working with youth. Patient and encouraging attitude toward campers.
  • Current CPR/first aid certification is desired.
  • Lifeguarding certification is not required but would be a plus.

Others:

  • Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to agency’s mission and vision.
  • Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  • Maintain positive and professional relationships with Society clients, staff and volunteers.
  • Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

To Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter to Dwayne Davis, Youth Programs Coordinator at email address ddavis@societyfortheblind.org. No phone calls please!


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Trouble-Shooting on June 5: Disability Rights California Operates Hotline for Primary Voters with Disabilities

Californians with disabilities who are voting in the primary election on June 5 have an ally in ensuring that they have full and equal access to the process. With funding from the Help America Vote Act, Disability Rights California will operate a toll-free hotline for voters with disabilities who have difficulty accessing polling places, casting ballots or simply have questions about voting.

The primary purpose of the hotline is to fix problems on Election Day, so people with disabilities can vote independently and privately. Examples of barriers experienced by voters with disabilities include:

  • No access to ballots for voters living in nursing homes and other residential facilities;
  • Polling places with inaccessible parking or steep curb ramps;
  • Narrow doorways and aisles at poll sites;
  • Inoperable accessible voting equipment;
  • Voting equipment placed on inaccessible tables or stages;
  • Insufficiently trained poll workers unable to meet the needs of voters with disabilities; and
  • Poll sites said to be “accessible” but are not.

The hotline will remain open between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Election Day, the hours which the polls are open, and can receive voice and TTY calls. The toll-free number for voice calls vary by location; 888-569-7955 (Northern California) or 888-733-7565 (Southern California). The statewide toll-free number for TTY calls is: 800-719-5798. Individuals who speak languages other than English should state their language, and an interpreter will be connected to the call. Callers who wish to use the California Relay Service, including Speech-to-Speech or Video Relay, can dial 711.

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Employment Opportunities: Daily Living Skills Instructor

Classification: Non-Exempt/Full-Time

Reports to: Daily Living Skills Team Lead

Society for the Blind is currently seeking a qualified individual as a Daily Living Skills Instructor. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description: The essential functions of the job are to train and to guide clients through courses of instruction designed to help them carry out daily living tasks. This includes teaching skills and techniques to assist them in developing independence, effective communications, home orientation, home and personal management

Duties:

Teaching:

  1. Evaluate clients to determine the nature, extent, necessity and feasibility of their undertaking living skills services.
  2. Teach communication skills; Braille, handwriting, recording devices and other techniques as required.
  1. Develop and teach skills in the management of food, cooking, shelter, clothing, child care, health, home maintenance, grooming, safety and other family responsibilities.
  2. Help to maintain and create a safe positive learning environment for all clients.
  3. Develop and implement new assignments and curriculum that will enhance and improve client’s independence.

Documentation:

  1. Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to case notes, lesson notes, evaluations, progress reports, and correspondence

Team building and Networking:

  1. Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  2. Consult with other professionals or other appropriate parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
  1. Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client’s program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
  2. Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society clients, staff, and volunteers.
  3. Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such as Department of Rehabilitation.

Others:

  1. Maintain positive and professional relationship with SFTB clients, staff and volunteers.
  2. Attend all staff and department meetings.
  3. Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  4. Attend trainings by request of Instructional Team Lead and Core Programs Manager.
  5. Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  6. Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

Qualifications:

  1. 1.    Excellent English grammar and usage.
  2. 2.    Excellent computer keyboard, computer basics and word processing and database software.
  3. 3.    Current living skills teaching practices and techniques for blind and visually impaired clients.
  4. 4.    Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Teaching and minimum two-year work experience,

      OR

Master’s Degree in Education with major in Home Management.

OR

Bachelor’s Degree with major in Education or a related field from an accredited college or university and two years’ experience as a Living Skills instructor.

OR

5 or more years of relevant work experience in the field of blindness skills training & education.

  1. Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
  2. Understanding of blindness and some proficiency in non-visual techniques.
  3. Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to the agency’s mission and vision.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter via email to Diane Starin, Daily Living Skills Team Lead at dstarin@societyfortheblind.org.

No phone calls please!

Application’s deadline: Until the position is filled.

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Employment Opportunities: Job Title: Adaptive Technology Instructor IV

Classification: Non-Exempt/Full-Time
Reports to:                                      Adaptive Technology Team Lead

Society for the Blind is currently seeking a qualified individual as an Adaptive Technology Instructor IV. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description:  The essential functions of the job are to teach all aspects of adapted computer and rehabilitation technology use to Society clients, to maintain expertise in all instructed programs and upgrades, and be a motivated team player to teach blind students computer skills using adaptive equipment and techniques to enhance computer competence and effectiveness, especially in employment settings.

Duties: 

Teaching

  1. Instruct small group or individual classes in adaptive computing for blind and visually impaired clients.
  2. Assess and evaluate clients as to appropriate instructional modality and needs.
  3. Consistently achieve high level of excellence in both instruction and productivity.
  4. Coordinate closely with the Adaptive Technology Team Lead and Core Programs Manager to arrange for maximum hours of client service and instruction.
  5. Ensure that software and hardware are in good working condition for teaching.
  6. Create manuals and tutorials which will assist clients to progress in learning curriculum.
  7. Create, update, and revise curriculum as needed, with all related materials for submission to the Adaptive Technology Team Lead.
  8. Develop new projects as assigned and as related to access technology with emphasis on both excellent client service and increased revenue production.

Documentation

  1. Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to case notes, lesson notes, evaluations, progress reports, and correspondence.

Team building and Networking

  1. Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  2. Consult with other professionals, family members or other appropriate parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
  3. Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client’s program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
  4. Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society clients, staff, and volunteers.
  5. Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such as Department of Rehabilitation.

 Others:

  1. Maintain positive and professional relationship with SFTB clients, staff and volunteers.
  2. Attend all staff and department meetings.
  3. Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  4. Obtain training to enhance job requirements.
  5. Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  6. Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

Qualifications:

1.            Highly skilled in current operating systems, especially current Windows, with a particular emphasis on mastery of all alternative keyboard commands to replace mouse use.

2.             Expertise in at least one major screen review program such as JAWS or Window-Eyes and familiarity with a second.

3.             Expertise in Microsoft Office Programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS Internet Explorer required.

4.             Familiarity with ZoomText (all levels) desirable.

5.             Effective communication skills.

6.             Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  1. Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
  2. Understanding of blindness and some proficiency in non-visual techniques.
  1. Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to the agency’s mission and vision

Educational and Experience Requirements:

10. High school diploma or G.E.D.

  1. Minimum two years working experience.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter via email to Karen Ankeny, Adaptive Technology Team Lead at kankeny@societyfortheblind.org .

No phone calls please!

Application’s deadline: Until the position is filled.

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Employment Opportunities: Job Title: Adaptive Technology Instructor IV

Classification: Non-Exempt/Full-Time
Reports to:                                      Adaptive Technology Team Lead

Society for the Blind is currently seeking a qualified individual as an Adaptive Technology Instructor IV. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description:  The essential functions of the job are to teach all aspects of adapted computer and rehabilitation technology use to Society clients, to maintain expertise in all instructed programs and upgrades, and be a motivated team player to teach blind students computer skills using adaptive equipment and techniques to enhance computer competence and effectiveness, especially in employment settings.

Duties: 

Teaching

  1. Instruct small group or individual classes in adaptive computing for blind and visually impaired clients.
  2. Assess and evaluate clients as to appropriate instructional modality and needs.
  3. Consistently achieve high level of excellence in both instruction and productivity.
  4. Coordinate closely with the Adaptive Technology Team Lead and Core Programs Manager to arrange for maximum hours of client service and instruction.
  5. Ensure that software and hardware are in good working condition for teaching.
  6. Create manuals and tutorials which will assist clients to progress in learning curriculum.
  7. Create, update, and revise curriculum as needed, with all related materials for submission to the Adaptive Technology Team Lead.
  8. Develop new projects as assigned and as related to access technology with emphasis on both excellent client service and increased revenue production.

Documentation

  1. Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to case notes, lesson notes, evaluations, progress reports, and correspondence.

Team building and Networking

  1. Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  2. Consult with other professionals, family members or other appropriate parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
  3. Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client’s program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
  4. Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society clients, staff, and volunteers.
  5. Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such as Department of Rehabilitation.

 Others:

  1. Maintain positive and professional relationship with SFTB clients, staff and volunteers.
  2. Attend all staff and department meetings.
  3. Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  4. Obtain training to enhance job requirements.
  5. Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  6. Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

Qualifications:

1.            Highly skilled in current operating systems, especially current Windows, with a particular emphasis on mastery of all alternative keyboard commands to replace mouse use.

2.             Expertise in at least one major screen review program such as JAWS or Window-Eyes and familiarity with a second.

3.             Expertise in Microsoft Office Programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS Internet Explorer required.

4.             Familiarity with ZoomText (all levels) desirable.

5.             Effective communication skills.

6.             Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  1. Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
  2. Understanding of blindness and some proficiency in non-visual techniques.
  1. Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to the agency’s mission and vision

Educational and Experience Requirements:

10. High school diploma or G.E.D.

  1. Minimum two years working experience.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter via email to Karen Ankeny, Adaptive Technology Team Lead at kankeny@societyfortheblind.org .

No phone calls please!

Application’s deadline: Until the position is filled.

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Employment Opportunity: Communications Instructor II (Formerly Braille Instructor)

Classification: Non-Exempt/Full-Time
Reports to: Daily Living Skills Team Lead

Society for the Blind is currently seeking a qualified individual as an Orientation & Mobility Instructor II. Our mission is to empower individuals who are blind or have low vision to live productively and independently by building confidence through training, tools and mentorship. Society for the Blind is a 501c3 organization serving Northern California, with a focus on Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties.

General Description: The essential functions of the job are to teach all aspects and levels of Braille and other communication devices used by blind or low-vision clients. Emphasis of instruction is on enhancement of Braille competence and effectiveness with particular focus on independent living as well as employment settings and outcomes.

Duties:

Teaching

  1. Consistently achieve high level of excellence in both instruction and productivity.
  2. Instruct small group or individual classes in Braille and other communication devices for blind and low vision clients.
  3. Assess and evaluate clients as to appropriate instructional plan and needs for personal record-keeping by using agency’s database as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and email products.
  4. Teach and/ or demonstrate use of various adaptive devices to download and access Electronic Braille via note-takers &/or Braille displays.
  5. Ensure that the highest levels of Braille speed and accuracy are mastered by a student before completing and being released from the course.
  6. Maintain the most up to date teaching practices with regard to Braille and other communication devices used by individuals who are blind or have low vision such as talking, tactile or visually-enhanced cellular phones; Personal Data Devices; and Braille note-takers.
  7. Create, update, and revise curriculum as needed, with all related materials for submission to the Daily Living Skills Team Lead.
  8. Develop new projects related to Braille and other communication devices with emphasis on both excellent client service and increased revenue.
  9. Coordinate closely with the Daily Living Skills Team Lead and Core Programs Manager to arrange maximum hours of client service and instruction.

 

Documentation

  1. Maintain thorough, complete and timely ongoing weekly and monthly recordkeeping of client services; including, but not limited to, lesson notes, evaluations, progress reports, & correspondence.

 Team building & Networking

  1. Present client issues to supervisor and contribute to ongoing problem solving of such issues while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
  2. Consult with other professionals, family members or other appropriate parties regarding the progress and problems of the clients.
  3. Participate in individual case conferences and confer regularly with program staff on multi-disciplinary service team concerning client’s program and adjustment to blindness or vision loss.
  4. Maintain positive and professional relations with counselors of Department of Rehabilitation and other agencies as well as Society clients, staff, and volunteers.
  5. Coordinate effective client service with third-party counselors, such as Department of Rehabilitation.

Others:

  1. Maintain positive and professional relationship with SFTB clients, staff and volunteers.
  2. Attend all staff and department meetings.
  3. Adhere to all Society policies and procedures.
  4. Obtain training to enhance job requirements.
  5. Stay current in areas of responsibility.
  6. Other duties as requested or as need is assessed.

Qualifications:

  1. Highly skilled in current operating systems, especially current.
  2. Windows and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
  3. Effective communication skills.
  4. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  5. Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
  6. Understanding of blindness and some proficiency in non-visual techniques.
  7. Knowledge of, belief in and adherence to the agency’s mission and vision.

Educational and Experience Requirements:

1. High school diploma or G.E.D.
2. Minimum two years working experience.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter via email to Diane Starin, Daily Living Skills Team Lead at dstarin@societyfortheblind.org

No phone calls please!

Application’s deadline: Until the position is filled.

 

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Employment Opportunity: Executive Director Contra Costa Crisis Center

Executive Director
Contra Costa Crisis Center

About the Contra Costa Crisis Center

The Contra Costa Crisis Center (Crisis Center) lives its motto “with help comes hope” 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to aid people with all kinds of problems: people who are abused, depressed, grieving, suicidal, homeless, or mentally ill. The Crisis Center provides county-wide 24-hour crisis intervention and suicide prevention counseling, grief counseling, youth violence prevention services, and 211 information and referral—fielding tens of thousands of calls each year.

Founded in 1963, the mission of the Crisis Center is to keep people alive and safe, help them through crises, and connect them with culturally relevant resources in the community. Its grief counseling program is one of oldest, largest, and most diverse bereavement services programs in California, providing over 8,000 free individual and group counseling sessions annually to more than 850 children, teens, and adults.

The Crisis Center accomplishes its work thanks to a 22-member staff, 14-member board of directors and 250 active volunteers committed to the organization’s five core values: compassion, integrity, inclusion, accessibility and collaboration. The Crisis Center has a budget of $1.7 million, and partners with a diverse array of public agencies, foundations and private donors. Approximately sixty-five percent of its funding comes from individuals, businesses, foundations, civic groups, and proceeds from Leftovers Thrift Shop, an agency auxiliary; 35 percent comes from government. The Crisis Center owns its 7,000 square-foot facility in Walnut Creek.

The Opportunity

The organization seeks an accomplished nonprofit executive with a passion for helping others and the ability to lead the organization in increasing its reach and impact.  Reporting to an engaged board of directors, the Executive Director will work in close collaboration with a 5-person senior management team, and will lead the organization in planning for its future.

Building on a stellar reputation and a deep history of service to the community, the Executive Director will be charged with increasing the Crisis Center’s reach, deepening its impact with underserved communities, and capitalizing on its strengths in crisis support and resource and referral.

In addition to a proven commitment to the Crisis Center’s mission, qualified candidates will meet the following qualifications and requirements:

Experience:

  • A minimum of six years’ prior experience as an executive director of a social services  nonprofit with a budget of $3 million or more;
  • Experience providing programs and services  to diverse community members in culturally appropriate ways;
  • Success working with volunteers and managing programs that rely on volunteers for service delivery;
  • Experience managing and sustaining successful public relations and marketing efforts;
  • A track record of increasing donated income, including experience with major gifts;
  • Experience reporting to and working closely with an effective board of directors;
  • Prior experience in suicide prevention/crisis-intervention/grief or other counseling is preferred.

Skills:

  • Outstanding interpersonal communications skills, including the ability to speak well in public, write effectively for a variety of audiences, and to engage across differences in race, ethnicity, class and education;
  • Well-developed business management skills including budgeting, operational planning,

facilities and technology planning and oversight, and human resources development;

  • Demonstrated skill in building collaborative, successful teams;
  • A high degree of comfort with fundraising; enjoyment of recruiting and stewarding individual and institutional donors;
  • Comfort navigating public sector funding streams, an ability to maintain strong relations with multiple funding agencies.
Knowledge:

  • Understanding of nonprofit accounting practices and comfort working with multiple income streams to achieve financial sustainability;
  • Background and training in team management; human resources best practices in hiring, managing and retention;
  • Training in cultural competency, inclusion.


Salary and Benefits

The Contra Costa Crisis Center offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including vacation and holiday leave; medical, vision and dental insurance; and a retirement plan. The organization provides a supportive, team-oriented environment where differences of ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, gender, physical ability, and age are valued and appreciated.

Application Process

Leyna Bernstein Consulting, an executive search firm, is conducting this search on behalf of the Contra Costa Crisis Center. Please send cover letter and resume to wendy@leynabernstein.com with Crisis Center in the subject line. No phone calls, please.