{"id":32036,"date":"2015-10-02T13:58:12","date_gmt":"2015-10-02T18:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/?p=32036"},"modified":"2015-10-02T14:00:03","modified_gmt":"2015-10-02T19:00:03","slug":"job-opportunity-tesd-senior-manager-austin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/blog\/2015\/10\/02\/job-opportunity-tesd-senior-manager-austin\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Opportunity: TESD Senior Manager – Austin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Austin Lighthouse <\/strong>
\nTravis Association for the Blind<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Title: TESD Senior Manager
\nJob Category: Administration
\nDepartment\/Group: Administration
\nJob Code\/ Req#: 201574
\nLocation: 2307 Business Center Drive
\nTravel Required: N\/A
\nLevel\/Salary Range: 75k \u2013 85k
\nPosition Type: Full-Time
\nHR Contact: Janna Caddell
\nDate posted: October 1, 2015
\nPosting Expires: Open Until Filled<\/p>\n

Applications Accepted By:<\/p>\n

FAX OR E-MAIL:<\/strong> (512) 445-6933 or janna.caddell@austinlighthouse.org
\nSubject Line: TESD Senior Manager
\nAttention: HR Department<\/p>\n

MAIL:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Janna Caddell
\nHuman Resources | Travis Association for the Blind
\nPO Box 3297
\nAustin, TX 78764-3297<\/p>\n

Job Description<\/p>\n

RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Will manage the Training and Employee Services Department (TESD), a function of TAB providing training and employment support to people in a vocational setting who have low vision, are blind, deaf, deaf\/blind and others with multiple disabilities (our associates).
\n* Will interpret in a variety of settings and communication modes\/styles.
\n* Will provide moderately complex consultative and technical assistance to assist our associates.
\n* Will Consult with TWC and other service providers, and interact with employers to identify new employment opportunities in the community for our associates.
\n* Serve as point of contact for other entities that provide services to our associates.
\n* Consult with management to design and recommend procedural\/policy changes.
\n* Will foster cooperative relationships with those in the legally blind and deaf\/blind communities.
\n* Will keep apprised of developments affecting the deaf\/blind communities, such as assistive programs, and maintain involvement in the interpreting and deaf\/blind communities (may include some evenings and weekends).
\n* Other related work as directed.
\n* Occasional travel may be required.<\/p>\n

QUALIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in rehabilitation, psychology, sociology, social work, education, or a related field is generally preferred.<\/p>\n

* Experience and education may be combined and evaluated to determine eligibility.<\/p>\n

* Must have thorough knowledge and skills to communicate using American Sign Language and other communication systems utilized by individuals who are deaf\/blind.<\/p>\n

* Minimum of three years of experience in working with people with disabilities.<\/p>\n

* Has a membership in good standing with RID and adheres to their Code of Professional Conduct<\/p>\n

* Effective use of the Spanish language would be a plus.<\/p>\n

* Experience using a computer and Microsoft Office (MS word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)<\/p>\n

Knowledge<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Have experience, flexibility and comfort interpreting for Deaf\/Blind or Deaf Individuals who use ASL, TASL, English-like sign, or who have limited formal language and communicate using gestures, drawing or other means.
\n* Physically capable of using tactile sign language on a regular basis.
\n* Familiarity with PC based programs and software including MS Office Suite, Outlook Exchange and\u00a0experience with Excel highly preferred.<\/p>\n

Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:<\/p>\n

* Knowledge of adaptive equipment, devices and use of adaptive equipment available to assist\/benefit the consumers.
\n* Knowledge of report and record maintenance principles\/practices.
\n* Knowledge of preparation and delivery of training curriculum.
\n* Good time management skills
\n* Strong communication skills including verbal & written
\n* Strong analytical skills
\n* Ability to work effectively both independently and in teams<\/p>\n

Personal Attributes<\/strong><\/p>\n

* Be honest and trustworthy
\n* Be respectful
\n* Be punctual
\n* Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
\n* Be flexible
\n* Be a self-starter
\n* Demonstrate sound work ethics
\n* Be motivated<\/p>\n

WORKING CONDITIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Physical Demands: Be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.<\/p>\n

ADDITIONAL NOTES:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Internal & External Applicants accepted
\nBlind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n

Reviewed By: Janna Caddell |SR HR Manager Date: October 1, 2015
\nApproved By: Jerry Mayfield Date: October 1, 2015<\/p>\n

Download\u00a0201574 TESD Manager<\/a>\u00a0(PDF format)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Austin Lighthouse Travis Association for the Blind Job Title: TESD Senior Manager Job Category: Administration Department\/Group: Administration Job Code\/ Req#: 201574 Location: 2307 Business Center Drive Travel Required: N\/A Level\/Salary Range: 75k \u2013 85k Position Type: Full-Time HR Contact: Janna…<\/p>\n

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