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Mental Health Interpreter (Huntsville)
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/Downloads/ADHR/Announcements/Announcement_DS1_16-01.pdf
Communication Specialist (Tuscaloosa)
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/Downloads/ADHR/Announcements/Announcement_DS2_16-22.pdf
Mental Health Interpreter I (Tuscaloosa)
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/Downloads/ADHR/Announcements/Announcement_DS2_16-17.pdf
Applications available online at
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/Downloads/ADHR/ADHR_ApplicationForEmploymentExemptClassification.pdf
ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A NON-MERIT POSITION
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
JOB TITLE: MH Specialist I NUMBER: 16-17
JOB CODE: B6000 DATE: 10/21/2015
SALARY RANGE: 73 ($37,389.60 – $56,685.60) PCQ#: 8813335
JOB LOCATION:
Administrative Base: Work Location:
Department of Mental Health Deaf Services Region II
RSA Union Building 1301 Jack Warner Parkway NE
100 North Union Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Psycholinguistics, Deaf Studies or a human services field plus experience (24 months or more) interpreting, working with language dysfluent clients, communication specialist work or working with individuals who are mentally ill.
OR
Considerable (48 months or more) programmatic experience in the field of deafness with the Department of Mental Health, plus experience (24 months or more) interpreting, working with language dysfluent clients, communication specialist work, or working with individuals who are mentally ill.
Human services field includes the following disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal/Juvenile Justice, Special Education, Sociology, Speech Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, and any related academic disciplines associated with the study of Human Behavior, Human Skill Development, or Basic Human Care Needs
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Native or near-native signing skills equal to superior level or higher of signing skills in American Sign Language, as measured by a recognized screening process (SLPI). Certification in either sign language (RID), in teaching American Sign Language (ASLTA-Q or ASLTA-P), or equivalent must be obtained within three (3) years of employment. Must be able to obtain licensure or be exempt from licensure to interpret according to Alabama Licensure Board of Interpreters and Transliterators (ALBIT).
KIND OF WORK: Works within the Office Deaf Services of the Department of Mental Health providing culturally and linguistically affirmative services to deaf and hard of hearing (D/HH) to include consumers with disorders of mental illness and/or chemical dependency in inpatient, community and DMH related settings. Responsibility includes providing the specialized services of a communication assessment and facilitation of language for D/HH individuals. Participates as a member of an Announcement #15-38 MH Specialist I (Communications Specialist) interdisciplinary treatment team, assisting in the development and implementation of treatment and discharge plans. Provides advisory services on sign language and alternative communication issues to D/HH individuals and professional staff. Teaches standardized sign language and alternative or augmentative communication methods to dysfluent individuals with functional hearing losses.
Coordinates and teaches ASL to non-signing staff. Other work duties involve research and development of non-verbal or limited verbal types of communication tools and teaching materials. Provides some interpreting in conjunction with a Mental Health Interpreter.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of signing systems and dialects pertinent to regions and ethnicity in Alabama and other southeastern states. Knowledge of methodology in teaching and tutoring American Sign Language (ASL). A general knowledge of deaf cultural groups in the United States and of identity levels (deaf world, hearing majority, and marginality).
Knowledge of state-of-the-art communication methods. Knowledge of nonverbal and augmentative communication strategies. Ability to assess signed communication, particularly to differentiate idiosyncratic from abnormal expressions and language. Ability to communicate fluently, clearly, and effectively to any deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, or hearing individual using either sign language or written English. Ability to interpret in appropriate modalities as needed.
METHOD OF SELECTION: Applicants will be rated on the basis of an evaluation of their education, training, and experience and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screenings and security clearance will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment and whose job requires direct contact with clients.
HOW TO APPLY: Use an official application for Professional Employment (Exempt Classification) which may be obtained from this office, other Department of Mental Health Facility Personnel Offices, or visit our website at www.mh.alabama.gov. Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Additional sheets, if needed, should be in the same format as the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an official application. Applications should be returned to Human Resource Management, Department of Mental Health, P.O. Box 301410, Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410 or RSA Union Building, 100 North Union Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104. Copies of License/Certifications should be forwarded with your application. An official copy of academic transcripts is required and must be forwarded by the school, college, or university to the personnel office at the above address.
DEADLINE: Until Filled
RE-ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A NON-MERIT POSITION
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
JOB TITLE: MH Interpreter I NUMBER: 16-01
JOB CODE: B6000 DATE: 07/15/2016
SALARY RANGE: 73 ($37,389.60 – $56,685.60) PCQ#: 8813342
JOB LOCATION::
Administrative Base Work Location:
Department of Mental Health Deaf Services Region I Office
RSA Union Building 4040 South Memorial Parkway
100 North Union Street Huntsville, AL 35082
Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Studies,
Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field plus (24 months or more) of paid experience interpreting in a variety of different settings.
OR
High school diploma or GED equivalency, plus considerable (48 months or more) of paid experience interpreting in a variety of different settings.
Human services field includes the following disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal/Juvenile Justice, Special Education, Sociology, Speech Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, and any related academic disciplines associated with the study of Human Behavior, Human Skill Development, or Basic Human Care Needs
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the Alabama Licensure Board of Interpreters and Transliterators. Must be certified or eligible to receive certification as a QMHI (Qualified Mental Health Interpreter) or its equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 24 months of employment. Must have a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in the State of Alabama
KIND OF WORK: This is professional level work in providing specialized services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and who have mental illness, developmental disability, and/or substance abuse issues. Work involves interpreting between deaf or hard of hearing consumers, staff of the Alabama Department of Mental facilities or contract service providers. Work may be performed in a variety of different settings. Supervision is provided by the State Coordinator, Interpreting Services.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of American Sign Language.
Knowledge of the function of a professional interpreter and Interpreting Code of Ethics. Knowledge of deafness and deaf culture. Knowledge of telecommunication devices and their use. Ability to interpret between consumers using a variety of dialects and fluency levels. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to interpret in situations where partial control by interpreter is possible. Ability to utilize a computer, internet resources and various software packages.
METHOD OF SELECTION: Applicants will be rated on the basis of an evaluation of their
education, training, and experience and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screenings and security clearance will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment and whose job requires direct contact with clients.
HOW TO APPLY: Use an official application for Professional Employment (Exempt Classification) which may be obtained from this office, other Department of Mental Health Facility Personnel Offices, or visit our website at www.mh.alabama.gov. Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Additional sheets, if needed, should be in the same format as the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an official application. Applications should be returned to Human Resource Management, Department of Mental Health, P.O. Box 301410, Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410 or RSA Union Building, 100 North Union Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104. Copies of License/Certifications should be forwarded with your application. An official copy of academic transcripts is required and must be forwarded by the school, college, or university to the personnel office at the above address.
DEADLINE: Until Filled
REVISED
ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A NON-MERIT POSITION
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
JOB TITLE: MH Interpreter I NUMBER: 16-17
JOB CODE: B6000 DATE: 10/21/16
SALARY RANGE: 73 ($37,389.60 – $56,685.60) PCQ#: 8813335
JOB LOCATION:
Administrative Base: Work Location:
Department of Mental Health Deaf Services Region II
RSA Union Building 1301 Jack Warner Parkway NE
100 North Union Street Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting, Linguistics, Deaf Studies, Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field plus (24 months or more) of paid experience interpreting in a variety of different settings.
OR
High school diploma or GED equivalency, plus considerable (48 months or more) of paid experience interpreting in a variety of different settings.
Human services field includes the following disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal/Juvenile Justice, Special Education, Sociology, Speech Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, and any related academic disciplines associated with the study of Human Behavior, Human Skill Development, or Basic Human Care Needs
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the Alabama Licensure Board of Interpreters and Transliterators (ALBIT) or maintain an ALBIT permit with BEI Advanced Level or higher. Must be certified or eligible to receive certification as a QMHI (Qualified Mental Health Interpreter) or its equivalent. QMHI Certification must be obtained within 24 months of employment.Must have a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in the State of Alabama
KIND OF WORK: This is professional level work in providing specialized services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and who have mental illness, developmental disability, and/or substance abuse issues. Work involves interpreting between deaf or hard of hearing consumers, staff of the Alabama Department of Mental facilities or contract service providers. Other duties include providing communication training such as sign language classes to contracted service providers, participating as a member of the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) team, and performing Communication Revised Announcement #16-17 MH Interpreter I Page 2 assessments of consumers who are deaf or hard of hearing. Work may be performed in a variety of different settings. Supervision is provided by the State Coordinator, Interpreting Services.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of American Sign Language. Knowledge of the function of a professional interpreter and Interpreting Code of Ethics. Knowledge of deafness and deaf culture. Knowledge of telecommunication devices and their use. Ability to interpret between consumers using a variety of dialects and fluency levels. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to interpret in situations where partial control by interpreter is possible. Ability to utilize a computer, internet resources and various software packages. Ability to provide training in the American Sign Language and the use of adaptive technology. Ability to work flexible work schedule to include nights and/or weekends as needed.
METHOD OF SELECTION: Applicants will be rated on the basis of an evaluation of their education, training, and experience and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screenings and security clearance will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment and whose job requires direct contact with clients.
HOW TO APPLY: Use an official application for Professional Employment (Exempt Classification) which may be obtained from this office, other Department of Mental Health Facility Personnel Offices, or visit our website at www.mh.alabama.gov. Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Additional sheets, if needed, should be in the same format as the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an official application. Applications should be returned to Human Resource Management, Department of Mental Health, P.O. Box 301410, Montgomery, Alabama 36130-1410 or RSA Union Building, 100 North Union Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104. Copies of License/ Certifications should be forwarded with your application. An official copy of academic transcripts is required and must be forwarded by the school, college, or university to the personnel office at the above address.
DEADLINE: Until Filled
ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A NON-MERIT SYSTEM POSITION
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
JOB TITLE: Deaf Care Worker NUMBER: 16-33
JOB CODE: B3500 DATE: September 2, 2016
SALARY RANGE: 50 ($21,722.40 – $30,724.80) POSITION NO.: 8833007
JOB LOCATION: Bryce Hospital Tuscaloosa, AL
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a standard high school or GED equivalent.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years of age. Possession of a valid Alabama Driver’s License. Successful completion of the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at an “Intermediate Plus” or higher level of signing skills as determined by the Alabama Department of Mental Health Office of Deaf Services SLPI Evaluation Team.
KIND OF WORK: Works primarily in a specialized psychiatric unit providing care, habilitation, and rehabilitation of deaf and hard of hearing (D/HH) patients with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and chemical dependency in a state mental health hospital. Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living, and performs light housekeeping duties. Observes and documents patients’ physical and mental conditions. Maintains the security of patients. Accompanies patients off unit to hospital activities and functions, and off hospital grounds to medical appointments and field trips. Communicates with D/HH patients using American Sign Language. Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). Familiarity with cultural and behavioral norms of deaf people. Ability to communicate effectively in ASL, with an Interpreter, and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend documents such as policies and procedures either in written English or a version translated into American Sign Language. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
METHOD OF SELECTION: Applicants will be rated on the basis of an evaluation of their training, experience and education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as above mentioned. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screenings and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment and whose job requires direct contact with patients.
HOW TO APPLY: Use an official application for professional employment (exempt classification) which may be obtained from the website below. Applications should be returned to Bryce Hospital, 1651 Ruby Tyler Pkwy., Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 35404 __UNTIL FILLED__ in order to be considered for this position. An official copy of academic transcript(s) is required and must be forwarded by the school, college, or university to the personnel department at the above address.
“Only work experience detailed on the application form will be considered. Additional sheets, if needed, should be in the same format as the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an official application.”
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