[Faith-talk] braille proofreaders needed in cincinnati, ohio.

[Lisa Hall]

Hi everyone,

I want to share something I found a week ago from America's Job Bank at
http://www.ajb.org.
I did a key word search for the word braille and told the server to give me
a listing all over the United States. Most of the time it gives me anywhere
between 20 to 30 entries.
One entry that caught my attention was Braille Proofreader at Clovernook
Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Cincinnati, Ohio.
This was a government contract that Clovernook received recently.
I went to www.clovernook.org to verify the position that they were looking
for. 
I called on Monday to verify the information and they were still looking. I
asked them if they would accept a resume by email. The Human Resources
Department said yes. I sent it to them after reviewing their job
description. On Thursday, April 27, 2006, I received an email for an
invitation for an interview over the phone that was to be scheduled on
Friday April 28, 2006 or Monday, May 1, 2006. I responded by email to inform
them that I am available anytime on either dates. They responded back to
give me a time of 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time which in my case was 10:00 A.M.
Central Time. They weren't sure of my time zone.
I received the call on Friday beginning with the interview from the Human
Resources Department with the same person who returned my call after leaving
a voice mail in reference to the job announcement.
I personally believed that the interview went well. I learned during the
process that they were looking for not only 1 braille proofreader but 2. I
knew immediately that it would open doors for me.
I mentioned to them early on in our communication that I was willing to
relocate, however, they indicated that they would not be able to pay for the
relocation cost.
I figured no problem that I have Division of Assistive and Rehabilitative
Services Division of Blind Services in Texas to back me up on the financing
of the move.
Since Clovernook like the responses I gave in the first interview, an
invitation was to be interviewed by the supervisor Braille Department over
the phone next week which is the week I am currently writing this message. I
will be taking a proofreading test and filling out their application form
which will be given to me in accessible electronic format and sent to me by
email.
Please keep me in prayer as I go through this next phase of the interview
process. If you know of anyone in the Cincinnati Ohio area who have access
to the internet and can communicate with me to share their experiences
living and working there, that would be greatly appreciated.
This is an exciting opportunity.
Since they are looking for 2 braille proofreaders, I thought that I would
take the time to post the announcement as it was given to me before the
interview.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

PROOFREADER
Transcription

Reports to:	Supervisor of Transcription		
Supervises:	 None
WC Code:	8861						
EEOC Code: Clerical/Office
Direct Labor: 1
Braille Proofreader (Full-time) - Cincinnati

4/18/2006

Job Summary: Assists the Braille production process by proofreading
post-translation material.  

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

1.	Compare Braille against print copy to assure accurate transcription,
formatting and proper use of Braille codes.*

2.	Assist in the training of copyholders and proofreaders in the
procedures and processes of the proofreading phase of the Braille
translation.

3.	Proofread post-translation computer files with a sighted
copyholder.*

4.	Read zinc plates as needed.

5.	Work overtime as required by supervisor to meet production demands
and deadlines.

6.	Follow all safety procedures and promote a safe work environment.*

7.	Maintain positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors.*

8.	Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:	

1. High School diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and
experience required.   

2.	Must be a skilled Braille reader and keep current with changes in
the Braille code.

3. Must have a good command of the English language and keep current with
changes in the Braille code.

4. Braille transcription certification and/or proofreading certification
preferred.  

5.	Post-offer, pre-employment drug screening and criminal background
check.

NON-EXEMPT

REV. 01/03/2006
* Identifies essential job function.

To apply contact Katie Weaver at (513) 728-6262 or send resume to Clovernook
Center for the Blind, 7000 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45231. Fax at
(513) 728-6229 or send an email to kweaver at clovernook.org.

By the way, there are 2 other positions on their web site. Check
http://www.clovernook.org under employment section for more information.

Lisa Hall, President
National Association of Blind Office Professionals (NABOP)

Web page: http://home.satx.rr.com/lisahall

Phone: (210) 829-4571

E-mail and MSN I.D.: lhall10 at satx.rr.com

 

 

 

 

 



Lisa Hall, President
National Association of Blind Office Professionals (NABOP)

Web page: http://home.satx.rr.com/lisahall

Phone: (210) 829-4571

E-mail and MSN I.D.: lhall10 at satx.rr.com