ALMHI : Message: RE: [ALMHI] POSITIONS WITH BAILEY DEAF IN-PATIENT UNIT

This is really exciting to read about. Congratulations to Steve and his gang
for all the work and planning and ongoing cooperation it takes to make this
happen. We look forward to seeing more good things for the Deaf citizens of AL.
Wishing you all the best!!
Marcia Brewer
Springfield, MO

--- On Mon 02/07, Steve < steve.hamerdinger@... > wrote:
From: Steve [mailto: steve.hamerdinger@...]
To: ALMHI@yahoogroups.com
Date: Mon, 07 Feb 2005 23:19:29 -0000
Subject: [ALMHI] POSITIONS WITH BAILEY DEAF IN-PATIENT UNIT

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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) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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