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R-0035 Resident Advisor- Part Time Alabama School for the Deaf Work Schedule as needed not to exceed 19 hours a week

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Position Number: 5744946
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

R-0035 Resident Advisor- Part Time Alabama School for the Deaf Work Schedule as needed not to exceed 19 hours a week

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Applicatio

R-0035 Reference#31201655653200

Posting Date: October 22,2024

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Resident Advisor- Part Time

Alabama School for the Deaf

Work Schedule - as needed not to exceed 19 hours a week

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day,

A Resident Advisor for the Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD) is responsible for providing the highest level of front line care for our students. Our Resident Advisors make decisions and solve problems using sound judgment, guided initiative and teamwork.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in the lives of our students and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB and ASD. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED from accrediting school or program.
Minimum three (3) year of proven work experience.
Must provide documentation of sign language proficiency evaluation (SCPI available through AIDB).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field from accredited college/university.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for school bus.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a sign language proficiency of SURVIVAL upon employment. SURVIVAL PLUS must be obtained within the first twelve (12) months of employment. INTERMEDIATE must be obtained within the first twenty- four (24) months of employment. INTERMEDIATE PLUS must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
Must complete CPR/First Aid training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must complete and maintain medication training within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must complete and maintain behavior management classes within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must complete a Foundations in Deaf/Hard of Hearing E-learning course within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must be physically fit to assist with the physical needs of wheelchair or physically disabled students.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication.
Demonstrated experience in following verbal and written communication.
Must be available to work days, nights, and weekends.

Requires excellent listening skills, physical ability and stamina, such as frequent standing, walking, and lifting (50 lbs.).
A willingness to learn and implement new programs and technology
.Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

SALARY: $15.37-$22.21 HP 40 (High School Diploma/GED)

$16.28-$23.53 HP 42 (Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field)

Direct deposit required.

This is a non-exempt position and is subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 30, 2025

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=16861&PageID=1469