[Blindtlk] Fwd: Job Openings at IN-SIGHT Rhode Island

[David Andrews]

>
>Can you repost the following to the various lists?
>
>Thank you,
>
>-- Rob
>
>IN-SIGHT currently has four open positions on the staff.  A synopsis 
>of the positions is below.  Full details are on our website,
>www.in-sight.org
>
>.  Please pass this information along to anyone you know of who may 
>be interested.
>
>IN-SIGHT is a Rhode Island based nonprofit agency serving the 
>comprehensive needs of people who are blind and visually 
>impaired.  The agency has recently completed a two year strategic 
>planning process, which has produced a solid vision for an exciting 
>future that focuses on comprehensive vision rehabilitation, 
>community education, and vocational training.  Our new 
>organizational structure has created several new positions on our 
>staff, including:
>
>Director of Vision Rehabilitation
>
>This is a new position within the agency, combining several existing 
>programs under the leadership of one person.  The Director will play 
>a key role in growing IN-SIGHT's vision rehabilitation program which 
>will include low vision services, skills training classes, 
>educational workshops, counseling, therapeutic support groups, and 
>orientation and mobility.  The Director will insure that IN-SIGHT's 
>clients are receiving superior service and instruction and are on 
>the road to independence and empowerment.
>
>The position does not require a background in vision rehabilitation, 
>as training will be provided.  The position does require a 
>background in program management in the human services or social 
>work fields, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to multi 
>task.  Salary range is $48,000-$55,000 annually plus benefits.
>
>Case Manager
>
>This is also a new position within the agency, replacing the 
>existing social services program.  The case manager will work with 
>IN-SIGHT clients to develop their goals and then work with them to 
>insure that their needs are met.  The Case Manager will play an 
>important role in the intake and assessment process, will facilitate 
>therapeutic support groups, and provide individual counseling.
>
>The position requires a Masters in Social Work along with experience 
>working in the human services field.  Salary range is $38,000 - 
>$43,000 annually plus benefits.
>
>Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (2)
>
>These are two new positions within the agency. The Vision 
>Rehabilitation Therapists will work directly with people who are 
>blind and visually impaired to help them reach their personal 
>independence goals.  Training will be provided in all areas of daily 
>living including personal care, home management, financial 
>management, and recreational activities.
>
>The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a strong interest in 
>working with people who are blind and visually impaired. 
>Certification is preferred but the agency is willing to invest in 
>comprehensive training for the ideal candidate.  Salary range is 
>$38,000 - $43,000 annually plus benefits.
>
>Christopher A. Butler
>Executive Director
>IN-SIGHT
>
>"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much"
>           - Helen Keller
>
>www.in-sight.org
>
>_____________________
>   Robert Pires
>   Tech Center Coordinator
>   In-Sight
>   (401) 941-3322
><http://www.in-sight.org>www.in-sight.org
>

David Andrews and white cane Harry.