R- 9883 Reference#9970565565015

Posting Date: May 17, 2024

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION: Counselor – To Serve Primarily at E. H. Gentry

Health and Clinical Services, Psychology Department

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position will work with students to provide in-depth psychological services with the goal of helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Professionals in this position are tasked with successfully providing individual and group counseling services while maintaining documentation of direct services. This position will be responsible for intervention as it relates to the implementation and evaluation of programs to promote positive learning environments for all students from diverse backgrounds and to ensure equal access to effective educational and psychological services that promote positive mental health development.

ABOUT YOU

You will utilize your expertise to provide counseling, mentoring, and instructional services to help promote wellness by reinforcing strong communication, problem-solving, anger management, self-regulation, and/or social skills. Through a collaborative team approach, you will provide services and support that champion the limitless potential of all individuals. You will have an opportunity to use your professional knowledge to assist students with the ability to cope with social or emotional distress in an open, accepting, and friendly environment. At AIDB we are limitless and so are the possibilities for your professional growth and fulfillment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· Master’s degree or higher in the area of Psychology, Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related degree

· Licensure or Certification by appropriate licensing/certification boards such as Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC], national Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), National Certified Counselor [NCC], Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or equivalent.

· Three years of successful work experience in the field of Psychology or Counseling.

· Three years of experience in working with individuals who are Deaf and/or Blind.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Five years of successful work experience in the field of Psychology or Counseling.

· Five years of experience in working with individuals who are Deaf and/or Blind.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Must effectively work with Deaf, Blind, and Deaf-Blind individuals and the general population.

· An ability to adapt counseling methods for use with individuals with a sensory loss.

· Must professionally collaborate with parents and staff on a consultative basis.

· Successfully incorporate counseling skills and methods in a practical manner.

· Appropriately address cultural issues within the counseling context.

· Collaborates with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) and other community agencies.

· Uphold the professionalism and ethical standards of psychologists/counselors.

· Acts as an advocate for students.

· Acts as coordinator in sharing and interpreting information about student's needs and concerns as related to psychological issues within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.

· Engages in professional growth and development activities.

· Responds to crises in accordance with AIDB guidelines (includes willingness to be called after hours in case of emergency).

· Demonstrates an ability to organize and complete tasks on a timely basis.

· Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

· Performs other duties, including cross-campus responsibilities, as assigned by the Director of Psychology.

· Must complete a Deaf-Blind Multi-Disabilities e-learning course within the first TWELVE (12) months of employment.

· Must possess a minimum sign language proficiency of within six (6) months of employment. must be obtained within the first twelve (12) months of employment. must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

· Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

SALARY: $55,108 - $75,699

230 Days

Direct deposit required.

Benefits:

· Health, dental, and vision insurance available

· TRS retirement

· Deferred compensation options available

· Paid time off

· 13 paid holidays

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2024

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,108.00 - $75,699.00 per year

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Commute:

• Talladega, AL 35160 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Talladega, AL 35160: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person