Workforce Development Specialist Posted: 17 Aug 2010 10:48 AM PDT We are seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to work with all Departments and Staff on implementing job related activities and experiences for blind consumers with the ultimate goal of competitive employment. Responsibilities include: implementing an internship/training program with an industry so that clients can be trained and placed; developing, with staff, a training program to prepare clients for internships/jobs; create a vocational assessment that includes on-the-job assessments and evaluation components; meeting with staff and Vision Rehab Counselors to discuss clients; assisting in grant finding/development to support vocational services; interviewing, evaluating and placing consumers in jobs; coordinating job coaches; fostering good employer relationships; arranging and overseeing job internships for summer youth and transition students. Qualifications: § College degree in Rehabilitation, education or human services-related field. § Four plus years experience in the field of Rehabilitation and/or employment of persons with disabilities. § Understanding of Vision Rehabilitation system. § Self-motivation and the ability to perform without extensive direct supervision. § Respect for confidentiality in regards to client data. § Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. § Exceptional organizational and problem solving skills. § Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. § Outstanding customer service and relationship management skills § Available for evening and weekend hours, programs and activities. About Us: We are a private, non-profit agency, located in Newton, Massachusetts, which serves persons of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Qualified candidates should e-mail a resume and cover letter to: jobs@carroll.org or fax to: Human Resources @ 617-969-6204. We offer a benefits package which includes health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance, voluntary short-term disability insurance, and a 403(b) plan, as well as vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Manual Arts Instructor Posted: 17 Aug 2010 10:45 AM PDT We are seeking a Manual Arts Instructor to join our Rehabilitation Team and work with newly blinded adults. While our goal is not to develop woodworking careers, we are teaching our students woodworking skills, how to use tools to develop organization and safety skills, and manual dexterity. Other responsibilities include: making presentations at department meetings and writing reports documenting consumer progress. The successful candidate will be working with a fully-equipped wood shop, which includes power tools. Reporting to our Director of Rehabilitation Services, this is a part-time (3 days per week) position with a flexible schedule. The following benefits will be available to this individual: health and dental insurance, voluntary Short-Term Disability insurance (employee-paid), 403(b) plan, vacation, sick and personal time, and holidays. Qualifications: Woodworking experience preferred. Prior blindness rehabilitation experience is not required. On-the-job training will be provided. About Us: We are a private, non-profit agency, located in Newton, Massachusetts, which serves persons of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Qualified candidates should e-mail a resume and cover letter to: jobs@carroll.org or fax to: Human Resources @ 617-969-6204. We offer a benefits package which includes health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance, voluntary short-term disability insurance, and a 403(b) plan, as well as vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Posted: 17 Aug 2010 10:45 AM PDT We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist. We have a center- based training model, where you would be working with consumers ranging in age from 14 to 90 years. We work within a team-based approach, and you would be interacting with other members of the Vision Rehabilitation Staff. Our comprehensive program integrates the utilization of low vision aids and blindfolds. This individual will conduct client assessments and provide indoor and outdoor training programs, including the use of buses and the subway. This individual will be required to write progress reports; present at case management meetings and progress meetings with consumer, family, and referring agency representatives. Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Orientation and Mobility and COMS certification required. About Us: We are a private, non-profit agency, located in Newton, Massachusetts, which serves persons of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Qualified candidates should e-mail a resume and cover letter to: jobs@carroll.org or fax to: Human Resources @ 617-969-6204. We offer a benefits package which includes health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance, voluntary short-term disability insurance, and a 403(b) plan, as well as vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.