R-0046 Work Experience Clerk/Aide (260 days) E. H. Gentry Facility

Revised & Re-Advertised

R-0046 Reference#1140200515300

Posting Date: March 18, 2025

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 federal laws permit. 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: Work Experience Clerk/Aide (260 days)

E. H. Gentry Facility

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 32,000 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

E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity iswhere it all begins!

As the_ Work Experience Clerk/Aide,_ you will collaborate with several staff at E. H. Gentry Facility to support the Joe Tom Armbrester Agricultural Center and Work Experience areas including Gentry Manufacturing Training, Modern Manufacturing, Pre-HVAC Fabrication, Automotive, Pre-Construction and Woodshop, AIDB Threads and future Work Experience programs developed. In this role you will perform various clerical duties such as preparing payroll, reviewing travel forms, processing purchase requisitions, maintaining CARF documentation, and compiling data for reports. This position will also assist with classroom instruction, transportation, and other work experience related tasks. The Work Experience Clerk/Aide will work closely with the Work Experience staff, instructors, and program administrators to promote student/client outcomes.

You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB’s culture of inclusion is reinforced and that employees feel connected, recognized, and proud to be a part of the organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Must have a current Alabama Driver License and be able to be covered by the AIDB insurance carrier

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), Google G-Suite including Calendar, Sheets, Docs and Drive

• Experience in planning and/or coordinating events, programs, or activities

• Willing to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends

• Ability to take initiative, anticipate problems, follow through and meet established deadlines.

• Ability to physically assist students as needed in various work experience areas

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with individuals with vision and/or hearing differences.

• Semester hours in Rehabilitation, Education, Special Education, Human Services, Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related Career & Technical fields.

POSITION RESPONSIBLILITIESS

• Provide clerical and instructional support to Work Experience areas.

• Coordinate Adult Education attendance in collaboration with case managers.

• Coordinates transportation for students to work experience placement sites and field trips, and serve as a chaperone as needed.

• Assist instructors and staff as needed including checking papers, recording information, filing, typing, delivering, making copies, scanning, laminating and performing other duties as assigned.

• Disseminate information received to staff and/or students as appropriate.

• Assist with gathering and compiling monthly progress and data reports for review.

• Assist with maintaining a complete inventory of equipment and supplies.

• Coordinate bulletin board in Work Experience buildings.

• Coordinate class coverages and monitor common area.

• Provide 1-on-1 instructional support to students as needed.

• Assist instructors and staff in planning and preparation of daily activities.

• Assist with sales orders, requisitions, purchase orders, and payroll processes.

• Help to maintain CARF documentation relating to Work Experience.

• Complete fire, tornado, and intruder drill reports in a timely manner for each building in Work Experience.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must complete AIDB training on Deafness, Blindness, Visual Impairments, DeafBlindness and Multiple Disabilities within first twelve (12) months of employment

• Must obtain a sign language proficiency level of within the first twelve (12) months, within the first twenty-four (24) months and 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: $15.25 - $17.89 Scale C5 Rank 31 (High School/GED)

$15.69 - $18.30 Scale C5 Rank 32 (30 Semester Hours)

$16.75 - $19.79 Scale C5 Rank 35 (60 Semester Hours)

Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State TRS Retirement

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

Direct deposit is required.

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

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: April 18, 2025

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

Click Below to Apply:

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.25 - $19.79 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18