The Bailey Deaf In-Patient Unit, which will be located at Greil
Psychiatric Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama, is hiring qualified
clinical specialists who are fluent in American Sign Language to open
this 10-bed specialized unit for deaf and hard of hearing people who
have mental illness.

The following positions are now open and applications are being
accepted:

SOCIAL WORKER II SALARY RANGE: 70 ($27,752 -
$42,039)

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Social Work from a college or
university approved or accredited by the Council on Social Work
Education. Preference given for Clinical area of concentration and
direct practicum experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing
individuals

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or eligibility for
licensure as a graduate social worker as issued by the Alabama Board
of Social Work. Valid licensure must be obtained within one year of
employment and maintained. Proficiency in American Sign Language at
or exceeding "intermediate plus" level of signing skills as measured
by a recognized screening process, such as SCIPI.

PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATE I SALARY RANGE: 69 ($27,079 -
$41,035)

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or
university with a Master's degree in Psychology. Preference given to
individuals with clinical area of concentration and practicum
experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency in American Sign Language
at or exceeding "intermediate plus" level of signing skills as
measured by a recognized screening process, such as SCPI.

RECREATION/ACTIVITY SPECIALIST I SALARY RANGE: 66 ($25,121 -
$38,162)

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a four-year college or university
with a degree in therapeutic recreation, adaptive physical education,
or physical education. Other job-related education and/or experience
may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements upon
approval of the Job Evaluation Committee. Possession of or
eligibility for certification as a CTRS through National Council for
Therapeutic Recreation. Certification must be obtained within one
year of employment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency in American Sign
Language at or exceeding "intermediate plus" level of signing skills
as measured by a recognized screening process, such as SCPI.

MENTAL HEALTH R.N. I SALARY RANGE: 73 ($31,358 – $47,543)

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing or
graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a
degree in Nursing. Possession of or eligibility for a certificate of
registration to practice nursing as issued by the Alabama Board of
Nursing.
Preference will be given to candidates having some experience in
working with the deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency or willingness to learn
American Sign Language to achieve an "intermediate" level of signing
skills as measured by a recognized screening process, such as SCPI
within three years of employment.

MENTAL HEALTH LPN SALARY RANGE: 57 ($ 20,625 -
$30,604)
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a standard high school, supplemented
by graduation from a state-approved school of practical nurse
education. Current license or eligibility to practice as a LPN in
the State of Alabama. Preference given for experience in a
psychiatric setting.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or eligibility for a
certificate of registration as a Practical Nurse issued by the
Alabama State Board of Nursing. Proficiency or willingness to learn
American Sign Language to achieve an "intermediate" level of signing
skills as measured by a recognized screening process, such as SCPI
within three years.

MENTAL HEALTH INTERPRETER I SALARY RANGE:73 ($31,358 - $47,543

QUALIFICATIONS: Combination of training and experience equivalent to
a two-year degree plus three years of full-time experience
interpreting in a variety of different settings.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must be licensed or eligible for
licensure by the Alabama Licensure Board of Interpreters and
Transliterators. Must be certified or eligible to receive
certification as a QMHI (Qualified Mental Health Interpreter) or its
equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 24 months of hire.

All positions will be based at Greil Memorial Psychiatric Hospital,
2140 Upper Wetumpka Road, Montgomery, Ala. 36107

For complete job announcement and position description, contact:

Steve Hamerdinger, Director
Office of Deaf Services
Alabama Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation
100 North Union Street
Montgomery, AL 36130
Steve.hamerdinger@....
(334) 353-4701 (TTY)
(334) 353-4701 (Voice)