{"id":33595,"date":"2016-05-25T15:43:15","date_gmt":"2016-05-25T20:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/?p=33595"},"modified":"2016-05-25T15:43:15","modified_gmt":"2016-05-25T20:43:15","slug":"job-postings-for-deafblind-program-at-lighthouse-for-the-blind-seattle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/blog\/2016\/05\/25\/job-postings-for-deafblind-program-at-lighthouse-for-the-blind-seattle\/","title":{"rendered":"Job postings for DeafBlind Program at Lighthouse for the Blind &#8211; Seattle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Job postings for DeafBlind Program at Lighthouse for the Blind in Seattle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>My name is Amy Koehl and I work for Lighthouse for the Blind in Seattle. We are looking for creative, focused, energetic people to expand our DeafBlind program. We have three positions open right now. They are: Manager for DeafBlind Program; DeafBlind Adult Education\/IL Coordinator; and DeafBlind Employee Support Coordinator.<\/p>\n<p>Who can apply: DeafBlind, Deaf, and fluent ASL, TASL, and\/or PT users are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<p>If you are interested in being a part of our team and meet the qualifications, you are encouraged to apply! The full job descriptions are attached. They are also on our website.<\/p>\n<p>The major responsibilities are listed below for each job.<\/p>\n<p>How to apply: go to our website at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattlelighthouse.org\">http:\/\/www.seattlelighthouse.org<\/a> and fill out an application. Save the application, then print and mail, or email it. Also include your resume. Email both application and resume to JOBS@seattlelh.org OR fax them to (206) 436-2244.<\/p>\n<p>You can email me directly with any questions at akoehl@seattlelh.org.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Manager, DB Program Major Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Support and\/or ensure successful delivery of the following services:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>DeafBlind Retreat, DeafBlind Community Class, Internship\/Mentorship Program, Lighthouse ASL classes, employee support, information and referral.<br \/>\nSupervise assigned staff, contractors and volunteers involved in service delivery, including staff development and evaluation.<br \/>\nWork closely with the VP of ECS to support delivery of comprehensive, quality services to DeafBlind employees and community members<br \/>\nDevelop, implement and monitor budget, with input from others.<br \/>\nEnsure appropriate use of resources and transparency<br \/>\nImplement and maintain program function, policy and practices that provide quality supports to DeafBlind employees<br \/>\nEnsure and support delivery of leadership opportunities for DeafBlind individuals<br \/>\nWork closely with community organizations and agencies to maintain and strengthen relationships and resources<br \/>\nPartner with Interpreting Services to support LH events.<br \/>\nDevelop annual goals with input, corresponding budget and evaluation of program services for DeafBlind Program services<br \/>\nMaintain relationships with DeafBlind employees and community members.<br \/>\nWork with team to support coordination and successful delivery of DeafBlind Awareness and other trainings as needed.<br \/>\nMaintain appropriate communication across diverse stakeholder groups, including DB employees, community members, case managers, board members, and agency representatives<br \/>\nAbility to work well with all levels and all departments within the Lighthouse, including larger ECS Dept, Operations, and Human Resources in order to support DB employees and their employment goals<br \/>\nEnsure support for maintaining compliance with CARF and\/or other internal and external compliance requirements<\/p>\n<p><strong>DB Adult Ed-IL Coordinator Major Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Develop and revise curriculums for Adult Education\/IL classes<br \/>\nTeach classes to individuals or groups on various topics of interest to DB people<br \/>\nCoordinate and set up DeafBlind Community Classes (DBCC)<br \/>\nProvide general support and feedback to DB consumers at the Lighthouse<br \/>\nWork with Team to set up and support annual Seabeck Retreat<br \/>\nWork with DB Program team to set up Program Information and Evaluation (PIE) meetings<br \/>\nProvide opportunities for DB leadership development as planners, presenters, announcers, hosts etc through DB Community Class, Retreat, PIE meetings and Adult Education classes<br \/>\nFill various roles at DBCC, Retreat and PIE meetings as needed (host, facilitator, team leader, director etc)<\/p>\n<p><strong>DB Employee Support Coordinator Major Responsibilities<\/strong><br \/>\n\u00b7 Provide work-related support to DeafBlind (DB) employees; understand policies and be able to explain them<br \/>\n\u00b7 Work with Team to provide referral to housing resources<br \/>\n\u00b7 Know community resources and refer DeafBlind employees when needed<br \/>\n\u00b7 Develop and maintain contacts with service providers in the Seattle area; serve as liaison<br \/>\n\u00b7 Coordinate with Employee and Community Services and Human Resources staff to conduct effective outreach to Lighthouse employees.<br \/>\n\u00b7 Support HR with recruitment of DeafBlind individuals for jobs at the Lighthouse<br \/>\n\u00b7 Know job openings and inform interested DB community members<br \/>\n\u00b7 Act as liaison with HR department; this might include setting up interviews, filling out forms, explaining benefits<br \/>\n\u00b7 Assist with application and hiring process for DeafBlind people for Lighthouse jobs; provide support in filling out application as needed<br \/>\n\u00b7 Provide back-up teaching support as needed for DeafBlind Independent Living skills classes on relevant topics<br \/>\n\u00b7 Attend and assist with DeafBlind Community Class<br \/>\n\u00b7 Attend and assist with DeafBlind Retreat(s)<\/p>\n<p>The Lighthouse is a mission-driven, private, not-for-profit social enterprise providing employment, support, and training opportunities for people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities<\/p>\n<p>Amy Koehl<br \/>\nVice President, Employee and Community Services<br \/>\nThe Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.<br \/>\nPhone: (206) 436-2106 | Text or Cell: 206-491-0956 | Fax: (206) 329-3397<br \/>\nEmail: akoehl@seattlelh.org | Web: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattlelighthouse.org\">http:\/\/www.seattlelighthouse.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Our Mission: To create and enhance opportunities for independence and self-sufficiency of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job postings for DeafBlind Program at Lighthouse for the Blind in Seattle My name is Amy Koehl and I work for Lighthouse for the Blind in Seattle. 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