What are the responsibilities and job description for the R-0066 Residential Manager, Alabama Freedom Center for the Blind (AFCB) Decatur, AL position at Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind?
Re-Advertised
R-0066 Reference# 11632945152000
Posting Date: February 24, 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: Residential Manager, Alabama Freedom Center for the Blind (AFCB)
Decatur, AL
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:
Our employees are among the organizations’ most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and you, as an employee, are privileged to witnesswhere it all begins!
The Residential Manager will be responsible for creating an environment that builds confidence, autonomy and empowerment among our students. The Residential Manager will play an integral role in demonstrating how students can integrate the Structured Discovery methodology and skills in their everyday lives in order to be successful in their future endeavors. This will be accomplished as you role model problem-solving skills, critical-thinking abilities, and the confidence in your belief that blind people can experience limitless possibilities as they gain the same belief in themselves through their training experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
· High school diploma or equivalent General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
· Proven ability to set and enforce professional boundaries between self and students.
· Demonstrated belief in the Structured Discovery philosophy.
· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to develop strong relationships while adhering to norms of professional behavior.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Graduation from a Structured Discovery center.
· National Certification in Rehabilitation Teaching (NCRT).
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
· Ability to work a 2PM-10PM, Tuesday-Saturday schedule.
· Well-organized and attentive to detail.
· Demonstrated knowledge of the Structured Discovery philosophy and means by which the Residential Manager can support skill development outside of classes.
· Ability to approach students and staff in a positive, collegial manner and to address crises in a competent and compassionate manner.
· Possess a willingness to develop an understanding of alternate Structured Discovery methodologies for working with students with multiple disabilities.
· Possess advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and ability to use email programs.
· Ability to use online teaching tools for virtual learning when in-person classes cannot be offered.
· Demonstrated ability to plan and implement high-quality residential activities.
· Proven ability to role model the use of alternative techniques by demonstrating problem-solving skills and critical thinking while working with students.
· Ability to participate in cross-training and competently teach Braille, Home Management/Independent Living, Assistive Technology, and Orientation and Mobility when needed.
· Demonstrated ability to inspire students to use the skills of blindness through creative activities.
· Proven willingness and ability to hold all students to high and realistic expectations.
· Ability to submit timely reports as requested to track student progress.
· Demonstrated ability to use Socratic Questioning when working with a student.
· Must complete AIDB online training on Deafness, Blindness, Deafblindness and Multiple Disabilities within 12 months of hire.
· Must demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 80% or better on the AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first eighteen (18) 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: $39,887 - $58,796 Scale MR Rank 5A (HS and Structured Discovery Program
Completion)
$43,318 - $65,701 Scale MR Rank 5B (BS- Class B Certification)
$45,371 - $68,765 Scale MR Rank 5M (MS- Class A Certification)
(260 Days) Monthly Payroll - Direct deposit is required.
T*_his is an exempt position, and is __not__ subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.*_
BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available
Alabama State TRS Retirement
Deferred Compensation Options Available
Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: March 24, 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: $39,887.00 - $68,765.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,887 - $58,796
