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Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss.

Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. When assigned, provide in-service training for staff members and others regarding orientation and mobility training for DeafBlind ind

Job DescriptionHelen Keller Services for the blind has the perfect summer job Opportunity! Camp Helen Keller is looking for the 2026 season Camp Counselors and Head Counselors! Make memories of a lifetime working in a rewarding and exiting environment with children at our LI Summer Camp Salary: $18- 22 per Hour. Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improve the lives of individual who are blind, visually impaired or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS’ reach across the United States. Our Long Island Summer camp will be located in Long Island University, LIU post in Greenvale, Our camp runs from July 6, 2026, to August 7, 2026. Summer Camp Counselor ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Counselors are expected to utilize the training received at orientation to support the social-emotional development of the children enrolled in the program. This includes not only monitoring the campers, but being constantly actively engaged in the activities and events, including but not limited to outdoor sports, swimming, music & dance, arts & crafts, technology, and various field trips. In addition, staff members are expected to encourage campers to master independent living skills, based on their individual needs and abilities. The Camp Counselor in this position may be expected to work Monday through Friday, various hours based on busing needs for the Helen Keller Camp program. The Camp Counselor is expected to be responsible, flexible, and dependable. The Camp Counselor is also exposed on a regular basis to individuals who have varying degrees of intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, as well as physical disabilities. REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE College students seeking degrees in education, child development, social work, or a related field. High School juniors and seniors may be considered. Preferred prior experience working with children and/or adolescents. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS High School or college diploma PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The Camp Counselor in this position requires an active level of physical engagement to support campers in a variety of settings. Counselors must be able to: • Participate in and lead recreational activities including outdoor sports, dancing, and field trips for extended periods of time., • Remain alert and attentive in both indoor and outdoor environments, including while standing, walking, or moving for prolonged periods., • Assist campers with mobility as needed, which may include helping individuals walk, transfer, or reposition., • Lift, carry, or support up to approximately 25–50 pounds, when necessary, in accordance with training and safety guidelines., • Work in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and light rain.

Job DescriptionAre you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a Kitchen Helper in our residence facility in Sands Point, NY. The Kitchen Helper is responsible for assisting the Food Services Manager, Second Cook, and Relief Cooks with duties assigned within the kitchen facility at the Helen Keller National Center. Responsibilities also include washing dishes, utensils trays after each meal service and maintaining the cleanliness of dining room and kitchen. This is a Wednesday-Sunday shift, 10am-6pm. Pay Rate: $23.77/hour ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Set up and assist the Food Services Manager, Second Cook and Relief Cook in service of meal, • Cleans dishes, glassware, utensils, trays, pots and pans used in preparation of all meals. • Receives delivery of supplies (paper goods, food items, etc.) and stores items in prescribed manner in appropriate areas as instructed by Food Services Manager and/or Second Cook., • Restocks paper goods as needed., • Washes tables and chairs, repositions tables and chairs after each meal. Cleans and mops dining room and kitchen on weekends., • Sets up student work experience as instructed by Food Services Manager and/or Second Cook or Relief Cooks., • Washes floor, ceilings, walk in refrigerators/freezers, ovens within the Kitchen facility and ensures the cleanliness according to the cleaning schedule. Advise Food Services Manager if items need additional cleaning. Full time union position with benefits including: • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance*, • Paid vacation time, • Paid sick time, • Paid personal days, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Life Insurance, • Short/Long Term Disability, • 403b Program w/Employer Match, • Employee Assistance Program, • Tuition Reimbursement Program HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

Job Description Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a Job Coach supporting our Summer Youth Vocational Program. The Summer Vocational Youth Job Coach will play a critical role in supporting transition-age youth (ages 16–24) who are DeafBlind as they participate in HKNC’s Summer Youth Vocational Program (SYVP). This position focuses on providing individualized guidance and hands-on support to ensure participants gain meaningful work experience, develop workplace readiness skills, and build confidence for competitive integrated employment. The program runs from July 6- July 31st, Monday-Friday from 8am- 3:45pm. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Work-Based Learning Support • Supervise and mentor participants at assigned work sites., • Provide on-the-job training, modeling, and feedback to reinforce workplace expectations., • Support participants in developing time management, punctuality, and professional behavior., • Facilitate communication strategies, including assistive technology and accommodations., • Participate in daily planning sessions, activity debriefs, and group classes., • Reinforce learning from STEAM projects, adaptive sports, and advocacy workshops., • Work closely with HKNC staff, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and employers., • Document participant progress, challenges, and successes for program reports. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Minimum of an Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in Special Education or in the education of individuals who are DeafBlind, blind, deaf or have intellectual disabilities or related field, or active enrollment in an accredited program, with experience working with individuals who are Deafblind or with combined hearing and vision loss., • Experience working with individuals who are DeafBlind or with combined vision and hearing loss preferred., • Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to adapt to diverse communication methods (ASL, tactile sign, spoken language, etc.). ASL proficiency preferred., • Basic knowledge of vocational rehabilitation principles and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) under WIOA., • Must demonstrate patience, flexibility, and creative problem‑solving, with a strong commitment to empowering youth through hands‑on, experiential learning, • Familiarity with assistive technology and accessibility tools to support inclusive participation highly preferred.

Job DescriptionAre you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS’ reach across the United States. We currently have an exciting part time career opportunity available to join the HKS team as a part-time Direct Support Professional in our Residential program at our Wantagh location. Available Shifts: • Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, • Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 AM- 03:00PM, • Sunday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PMThe goal of the Direct Support Professional is to empower and direct our individuals in the Residence program, assist with record keeping, and perform duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of our individuals in this program.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:, • Supervise and positively interact with the individuals following all habilitation plans., • Work with individuals on their daily living skills., • Provide individuals with community integration opportunities., • Direct individuals in their personal routine; give individuals positive reinforcement as appropriate., • Maintain complete and accurate daily records and communication logs, • Maintain the order, safety, and cleanliness of the classroom including the outdoor areas., • Attend staff meetings and/or trainings that are required., • Provide medical oversight including medication administration under the supervision of the nursing staff., • Transport individuals to a day program (to and from), • Interact with parents and professionals from outside Agencies., • Other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE, • High School Diploma or GED equivalent, • Experience working with the developmentally disabledLICENSE/CERTIFICATION:, • Valid NYS Driver's License (Required), • AMAP Certification (Preferred), • CPR Certification (Preferred), • SCIP-R Certification (Preferred)PAY RANGE, • $18.00 to $22.00 per hourAt HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:, • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, • 403b plan with employer match, • Paid Time Off, • Life Insurance, • Disability insurance, • Paid Parental Leave, • Flexible Spending Accounts/Healthcare Savings Accounts, • Voluntary Ancillary Plans Helen Keller Services is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Job DescriptionAre you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have two part time career opportunities available to join the HKNC team as a Direct Support Professional in our group home located in Port Washington, NY. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing support to the residents in the areas of communication, personal management, home management, money management, community skills, vocation, leisure and the use of behavior as communication. This is an in-person position located out of our group home in Port Washington, NY. Available Shifts: • 24 hours per week. Saturday-Monday 4pm-12am., • 24 hours per week, Friday-Sunday 4pm-12am, • 16 hours per week, Saturday-Sunday 8am-4pm. Pay Rate: $22.9440/hour. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide consistent instruction in the following areas: personal grooming, communication, home management, wardrobe management, community skills, vocation, leisure, and behavior support, under guidance of the Program Advisor and Assistant Program Advisor., • Participation in programming which consistently promotes an atmosphere conducive to the growth of all residents and encourages maximum independence and interdependence in all areas of living., • Provides consistent regular checks on all consumers during shift, ensuring safety and well-being., • Assists consumers with safe evacuation in the event of an emergency at the home, work site or in the community. Participates in regularly scheduled drills to prepare for such emergencies., • Accompanies and serves as a guide and/or a facilitator of communication for consumers and professional staff members, when assigned. To accomplish this, it may be required to use personal vehicle on occasion., • Becomes CPR and First Aid certified. Dispenses consumer medications after passing the AMAP course. Must become AMAP certified and maintain this certification as a condition of continued employment in this position., • High school diploma, • Four years of paid experience as a residence/group home aide working with individuals who have intellectual disabilities preferred, • One year of experience working with individuals who are DeafBlind, blind, deaf or individuals with multiple disabilities preferred, • Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license., • Paid Vacation, • Paid Sick Time, • Personal Days, • Paid Holidays, • Fully-Paid Medical Insurance*, • Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance, • Voluntary Ancillary plans, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Tuition Assistance HKNC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

Job Description Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have a part time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as an Overnight Awake in our group home located in Port Washington, NY. This is an in-person position located out of our group home in Port Washington, NY. We have one part time overnight shift, Saturday-Sunday 12am-8am EST. Pay rate: $22.94/hour. The Overnight Awake is responsible for providing support to the residents at Destiny Home in the areas of communication, fire evacuation, personal management, home management, wardrobe management, behavior support and in emergency situations. This staff ensures the home is clean and meets the OPWDD requirements for a sanitary environment by completing daily cleaning tasks including surface and deep cleaning. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide consistent instruction in the following areas: personal grooming, communication, wardrobe management, home management and behavior support under guidance of the Program Advisor and the Assistant Program Advisor., • Participation in programming which consistently promotes an atmosphere conducive to the growth of all consumers and encourages maximum independence in all areas of living., • Provides consistent regular checks on all consumers during overnight shift, ensuring safety and well-being., • Assists consumers with safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. Participates in regularly scheduled drills to prepare for such emergencies. Checks on the security of the home from outside weather elements, strangers, etc., • Maintains daily, weekly and or monthly observation reports as required., • Completes daily cleaning tasks including surface and deep cleaning to ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations for a clean and sanitary environment. Documents on the cleaning checklist according to the daily and weekly cleaning schedule., • Accompanies and serves as a guide and/or a facilitator of communication for consumers and professional staff members, when assigned. To accomplish this, it may be required to use personal vehicle on occasion., • Dispenses consumer medications after passing the AMAP course. Must become AMAP certified and maintain this certification as a condition of continued employment in this position., • Becomes CPR and First Aid certified., • Required to be part of the team of essential staff to support the residents during inclement weather, staff shortage for a shift or emergency situations., • One year of experience working with individuals who are DeafBlind, blind, deaf or individuals with multiple disabilities., • High school diploma and four years of paid experience as a residence/group home aide working with individuals who have intellectual disabilities. CPR, First Aid, AMAP, OPWDD innovation certification Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license. At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including: • Paid Vacation, • Paid Sick Time, • Personal Days, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Fully Paid Medical Insurance*, • Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance, • Voluntary Ancillary plans, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Tuition Assistance program

Job DescriptionSalary Range: $43,292.00 (USD) Annually Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting part time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a American Sign Language Interpreter. The Interpreter is responsible for providing on-campus and field interpreting to consumers, staff, stakeholders, and outside visitors as needed. Schedule: 21 hours per week ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide on-campus and field interpreting as required., • Provide instruction in American Sign Language and Pro-Tactile and/ or adaptation to accessible Communication to staff and students as assigned., • Provide communications training to assigned participants, • Provide consumer education related to interpreting issues., • May be required to teach and interpret for selected staff/students and others, other than the regularly scheduled work period. If this occurs outside daytime hours, work hours will be adjusted accordingly., • Maintain daily progress notes on assigned students and submit regular written reports to supervisor., • Assist in the preparation of learning aids,, • Participate in meetings to understand the unique issues of students and plan a team approach for solving these issues., • Shares responsibility for the equipment and general appearance of the work area., • Accompany and serve as a guide and/or interpreter for participants, professional staff members, and guests as assigned. Duties may require the use of a personal vehicle for travel to field sites, meetings, or events, including travel to Albany, NY, and Washington, D.C., for on-site interpretation., • Required Bachelor’s degree., • Required ITP (Interpreting Training Program- must have passed written RID test) RID/NAD NIC Knowledge test must have passed., • Two or three years of interpreting experience with individuals who are DeafBlind and/or deaf-visually impaired., • Must obtain RID/NAD NIC certification within 5 years of employment., • Proficiency in methods of communication utilized by individuals who are DeafBlind., • Some evening hours will be scheduled based upon students or staff needs and must be flexible with travel when needed. At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. we offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including: • Paid Vacation Time, • Paid Sick Time, • Personal Days, • Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance*, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance, • Ancillary Benefit options, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Tuition Reimbursement HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

Job DescriptionAre you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have two part-time career opportunities available as an American Sign Language Interpreter. The ASL Interpreter is responsible for providing on-campus and field interpreting to consumers, staff, stakeholders, and outside visitors as needed. Schedule: 21 hours per week. Pay Rate: $46,799 annually. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide on-campus and field interpreting as required., • Provide instruction in American Sign Language and Pro-Tactile and/ or adaptation to accessible Communication to staff and students as assigned., • Provide communications training to assigned participants, • Provide consumer education related to interpreting issues., • May be required to teach and interpret for selected staff/students and others, other than the regularly scheduled work period. If this occurs outside daytime hours, work hours will be adjusted accordingly., • Maintain daily progress notes on assigned students and submit regular written reports to supervisor., • Assist in the preparation of learning aids,, • Participate in meetings to understand the unique issues of students and plan a team approach for solving these issues., • Shares responsibility for the equipment and general appearance of the work area., • Accompany and serve as a guide and/or interpreter for participants, professional staff members, and guests as assigned. Duties may require the use of a personal vehicle for travel to field sites, meetings, or events, including travel to Albany, NY, and Washington, D.C., for on-site interpretation., • Required Bachelor’s degree., • Required ITP (Interpreting Training Program- must have passed written RID test) RID/NAD NIC Knowledge test must have passed., • Two or three years of interpreting experience with individuals who are DeafBlind and/or deaf-visually impaired., • Must obtain RID/NAD NIC certification within 5 years of employment., • Proficiency in methods of communication utilized by individuals who are DeafBlind., • Some evening hours will be scheduled based upon students or staff needs and must be flexible with travel when needed. At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. we offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including: • Paid Vacation Time, • Paid Sick Time, • Personal Days, • Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance*, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance, • Ancillary Benefit options, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Tuition Reimbursement program HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

Job DescriptionSalary Range: $45.00 (USD) HourlyAre you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a Part- time Registered Nurse based out of our Residence Facility in Sands Point, NY. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment and treatment of the health care needs (emergent, urgent, and routine) for all participants at HKNC. This requires a well-experienced RN who can work independently, along with in-person and telephone triage/supervision. The RN must be able to communicate their findings to the supervisor and other related healthcare professionals. To provide seamless nursing support, the RN will be called upon episodically to cover nursing shifts in the event of inclement weather or during absences for nursing staff. This position is a regular part time position with an anticipated schedule of 8 hours per week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Familiarizing oneself with all HKNC consumers’ preferred modes of communication, DeafBlind diagnosis, and self-administration status congruent with the New York State Guidelines for the Self-Administration of Medication, • Have a working knowledge of the HKNC Medical Service Department’s policies and procedures, • Have an understanding of HIPAA regulations, • Administer medication to consumers who:, • Are unable to self-administer their medications (prescribed and over-the-counter medications), • Request nursing assistance in the administration of their medications (prescribed and over-the-counter medications), • Monitor the consumer’s response after giving the medication, • Initiates / conducts formal and informal medication education classes with consumers in an effort to foster the consumer’s inter/independence with medication administration including, but not limited to:, • The proper use of a seven-day medication box, • The correct filling of a seven-day medication box, • The correct procedure for ordering prescribed medications, • Provide health education to consumers, including but not limited to:, • Health promotion strategies, • Illness Prevention, • Nutrition, • Exercise, • Participates in the HKNC sponsored vaccination program:, • Provide vaccinations as indicated for HKNC consumers / staff, • Observe individuals for adverse reactions, • Complete NYS or HKNC required documentation, • Tuberculosis Testing:, • Perform health assessments to Identify new symptoms indicating a potentially under / undiagnosed conditions or complications, • Report the findings to all appropriate healthcare provider, including but not limited to:, • Prescriber of Record, • At-Home Healthcare Provider, • Family members as appropriate, • HKNC Director of Medical Services, • Assess / treat each consumer’s unique health problems in a holistic manner recognizing:, • Consumer’s:, • Knowledge deficits, • Importance of participation in the process leading to empowerment, • Need for self-determination, • Execute medical regimens as prescribed by:, • Licensed physicians / MD / DO / OD, • Nurse practitioners, • Physician assistants, • Dentists, • Other licensed providers as authorized, • Contributes as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team to plan and implement the health care needs of consumers, • Position is required to be on-call 24/7 to meet the needs of the residential program. Performs related duties, when necessary, at the discretion of the Director of Medical Service and Administration. Although the hours are assigned during the weekday, it is understood given the needs of the consumers and the inherent nature of the nursing profession, the RN will be called upon to extend their working hours in order to meet the health and safety needs of the consumers. In order to provide for seamless nursing support, the RN will be called upon episodically to cover nursing shifts in the event of inclement weather or during absences for nursing staff EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Must be a graduate of a New York State approved education program as a Registered Professional Nurse., • He/she must possess sufficient clinical experience to be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner without direct supervision. The RN must take the initiative in expediting effective resolution in critical and/or emergency medical situations and relay that information to the nursing supervisor., • Methods of communication used by persons who are DeafBlind at a conversational level must be developed within one year., • Knowledge of deaf and deaf-blind culture must be developed within one year., • Knowledge of MS Office including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required. Strong report writing skills required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Possess a valid, unencumbered NYS RN license and registration., • Hold a current and valid CPR certification with AED as approved for healthcare providers., • Have completed a current course on: o Advanced Infection Control – Approved by New York State o New York State Child Abuse and Reporting course • Participate in the HKNC sponsored Universal Precautions In-Service

Job Description Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting full time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as a Placement Specialist in our Community Services Program. The Placement Specialist is responsible for conducting vocational assessments, assisting with job development, facilitating vocationally focused peer groups, and acting as a job coach once employment is obtained for DeafBlind consumers. Salary: $30.7408/hour. 35 hour regular work week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.: • Contacts and consults with potential employers regarding the development of substantial jobs for qualified deaf/blind workers in collaboration with the Employment Training Specialists and National Business Relations Specialist., • Supports consumers with developing a resume, cover letter, and skills needed to apply for jobs both online and in person., • Obtains employment interviews and assists consumers at the interview, if needed., • Provides vocational counseling and information to consumers as to work skills and appropriate work behaviors., • Facilitates and conducts Work Readiness and Soft Skills training classes for small groups of consumers or one on one in conjunction with the Employment Training Specialists and Case Manager., • Provides systematic instruction for the trainee to learn the job skills at the work site., • Makes job modifications when necessary to allow DeafBlind consumers to perform job successfully., • Provides training to consumers and employer partners in communication strategies on the job., • Assists consumers with self-advocacy regarding their responsibilities and opportunities at the work site including but not limited to identifying and requesting reasonable accommodations., • Provides in-service training to potential employers, co-workers, and support service providers in regard to the consumers’ skills, potential, and support needs. Such training can be applied to competitive or supported employment situations., • Provides follow-up services for the employer and consumer in order to achieve a long-term and successful placement. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Social Work, or related degree OR minimum one-year experience working with individuals who are DeafBlind, blind, Deaf or multiply disabled., • Proficiency in American Sign Language and other methods of communication utilized by individuals who are DeafBlind required., • Fully Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits*, • 4 week's Paid Vacation time annually, • 2 Paid Personal Days annually, • 12 paid sick days annually, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Short Term Disability/, • Life Insurance, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Tuition Assistance, • Voluntary Ancillary Benefits, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Tuition Assistance Program HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodation to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

Job Description Sign on Bonus! Generous PTO and Benefits. New graduates welcome to apply! Relocation assistance provided. Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community. Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations. We currently have an exciting full time career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist. The Orientation and Mobility Specialist is responsible for assessing consumers travel skills in various environments to help determine their instructional needs/preferences pertaining to their unique home environments. The Orientation and Mobility Specialist will plan lessons based on assessment findings in content areas of the orientation and mobility curriculum employing appropriate tools, techniques, and communication preferences. Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 annually, based on experience, education, and certification. This position is in-person based out of our Training Building in Sands Point, NY. The regular schedule is 8am-3:45pm EST for a 35-hour work week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide instruction in safe and efficient travel skills; specifically, indoor techniques including human guide, self-protection, and cane skills on campus to consumers., • Evaluate progress of students and submits scheduled written reports (assessment, training and transition)., • Keep abreast of and evaluate current O&M research, teaching methods and aids. If appropriate, recommend and implement these methods or aids into student programs and services., • Suggest need for appropriate material and equipment., • When assigned, provide in-service training for staff members and others regarding orientation and mobility training for DeafBlind individuals. Master's degree in Blind Rehabilitation with an emphasis in Orientation and Mobility required. PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Two years’ experience teaching orientation and mobility preferred. Knowledge of braille and sign language preferred. At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including: • $2,500.00 sign on bonus after 6 months of continuous employment., • Relocation Assistance, • Fully Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits*, • 4 week's Paid Vacation time annually, • 2 Paid Personal Days annually, • 12 paid sick days annually, • 12 Paid Holidays, • Short Term Disability, • Life Insurance, • 403b Program with Employer Match, • Voluntary Ancillary Benefits, • Career Advancement Opportunities HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodation to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job.

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Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, company truck driver, taxi driver, taxi chauffeur, cab d

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver, class a or class b driver, local truck driver, c

No professional delivering experience required. Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver,

No professional delivering experience required. Uber is available for delivery in hundreds of cities,. If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, cdl truck driver,