HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the National Technical Assistance Center (NTAC-AAPI) Staff!
Òto increase
employment opportunities for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with
DisabilitiesÓ - FUNDED BY: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, REHABILITATION
SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Semi-Monthly
e.News Ð December 15, 2003
You can find this and previous issues of e.News online at http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu
~ Announcements
~ Positions Available
~ Resources
~ Institutes / Conferences
~ Research / Publications
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Calling All Exhibitors!
If you are interested in exhibiting your program or product at the 20th Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities, March 29-30, in Honolulu, Hawaii, please email the NTAC-AAPI staff at: ntac@cds.hawaii.edu.
Rehabilitation Long-Term
Training Ð deadline January 6, 2004.
The Rehabilitation Long-Term Training program provides financial assistance for projects that provide basic or advanced training leading to an academic degree, provide a specified series of courses or program of study leading to award of a certificate, or provide support for medical residents enrolled in residency training programs in the specialty of physical medicine and rehabilitation. http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/14mar20010800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2003/03-26990.htm
The Job Shadow Coalition in
partnership with Career Corner TV has launched Virtual Job Shadow this month at http://www.virtualjobshadow.com. The new
feature allows students and teachers to supplement their traditional job shadow
activities by "virtually" exploring career opportunities right from
their desktop computer. The
product is a combination of fast-paced and informative "day in the life"
career videos, interactive video questions and answers, and up-to-date text
information and links that help students understand the career options
available to them.
Discretionary Grant Application Packages Ð deadline
January 8, 2004
The purpose of the program is to support training centers that serve either a Federal region or another geographical area and provide for a broad, integrated sequence of training activities that focus on meeting recurrent and common training needs of employed rehabilitation personnel throughout a multi-State geographical area. http://www.ed.gov/fund/grant/apply/grantapps/2004/84264a-1.html
The New State of the States in
Developmental Disabilities Study Summary 2004
This monograph presents the results of the 2004 State of
the States in Developmental Disabilities study of financing and programming
trends in the United States. http://www.cu.edu/ColemanInstitute/stateofthestates/index.html
New Online Course: Supported
Competitive Employment for Individuals with Mental Illness
February 23 - May 24, 2004
This online course provides an extensive overview of supported competitive employment for individuals with mental illness. http://www.vcu.edu/rrtcweb/cyberu/webcourse/miwcreg204.html
Fellowship in Minority Health
Policy - deadline January 2, 2004
The Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy is designed to prepare physicians, particularly minority physicians, for leadership roles in formulating and implementing public health policy and practice on a national, state, or local level. http://www.mfdp.med.harvard.edu/fellows_faculty/cfhuf
The Able
Trust Conducts Statewide Study to Address Employer Attitudes Toward Hiring
Individuals with Disabilities
In
2003 The Able Trust partnered with the Milbank Foundation for Vocational
Rehabilitation to conduct a study of business employers in Florida concerning
their policies, practices, and attitudes related to hiring persons with
disabilities.
http://www.abletrust.org/news/study.shtml
POSITIONS
AVAILABLE
LEAP Leadership in Action summer internship program
This is an 8-week program designed to develop emerging leaders by providing
college students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience working in
Asian Pacific American community-based nonprofit organizations in Southern
California. For more information, contact Grant Sunoo at gsunoo@leap.org,
(213)-485-1422, ext. 4107.
Director, Office of Impaired Driving and Occupant
Protection
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Department
of Transportation. SES ($131,342-$142,500). Opening date: December
17, 2003 and closing February 18, 2004. Request description by emailing AAGEN
at aagen@earthlink.net.
Social Work
Faculty
Generalist;
micro-practice background; methods courses and field practice. Send a
curriculum vitae/rŽsumŽ and a letter of interest to: Dr. Rockne McCarthy,
E-mail: vpaa@dordt.edu; Web site: http://www.dordt.edu/offices/academic_affairs
Program Analyst, Office of Inspector General
Department of Justice. GS-0343-14 ($81,602-$106,086).
Closing December 26, 2003. http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=20018052.
Director
Office of Performance Analysis and Integrity, Department of Veterans Affairs.
SES ($131,342-$142,500). Closing December 17, 2003. http://www.aagen.org
Volunteer
Coordinator (Americorps VISTA)
Candidates
should possess a college degree as well as good communication, interpersonal,
writing, and public speaking skills. Please contact Ann Sheinbein at KidSmart
314.291.6211 or visit our website at http://www.agift4teaching.org. Closing
December 31, 2004
Chief Technology Officer
Congressional Research Service, Senior Level ($115,184-$142,500). Closing December 30, 2003. http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo or call 202-707-5627.
Community Internships Ð Deadline January 30, 2004
The ECO/EPA Community Intern Program provides a unique
opportunity for students to work directly with community organizations and
experience environmental issues at a grassroots level.
http://www.eco.org/epa/Communityinternprogram/main.html
Congressional Research Review Specialist
Congressional Research Service. GS-15 ($95,987-$124,783). Closing December 24, 2003. http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo or call 202-707-5627.
Seeking creative individuals who are mature, compassionate,
and enthusiastic. Leadership skills, patience, good judgment and a sense of
humor are essential. http://www.campingunlimited.com
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Closing December 29, 2003. http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=20048009&AVSDM=2003%2D12%2D05+11%3A20%3A23&Logo=0&col=dltc&cy=&brd=3876&lid=&fn=&q
RESOURCES
National Professional
Resources, Inc., (NPR)
Established in 1968, is a major distributor of professional development materials to support our nation's teachers in the field of education. Our mission is to provide resources to ensure that learners of all ages, with differing abilities and at risk, will reach their maximum potential and will meet national, state and local standards. http://www.nprinc.com
Provides organizations with the
ability to search for Federal government-wide grant opportunities. Grants.gov
encompasses over 900 grant programs offered by the 26 Federal grant-making
agencies. It streamlines the process of awarding over $350 billion annually to
state and local governments, academia, not-for-profits and other organizations.
http://www.grants.gov/Index
The Resource Center to Address Discrimination and
Stigma (ADS Center)
Helps people design, implement and operate programs that reduce discrimination and stigma associated with mental illnesses. With the most up-to-date research and information, the Center helps individuals, organizations and governments counter such discrimination and stigma in the community, in the workplace, and in the media. http://www.promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/
Career Support Center
The Career Support Center is a free informational online tool that gives you the support you need to get a job. Use these resources to start your job tomorrow and make connections to other people for support. http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/programs/csc.cfm
HireDisability
Hire Disability maintains the
largest job board on the internet specifically designed for men and women with
disabilities. http://jobs.hiredisability.com/Main/Default.asp
National Cristina Foundation (NCF)
Provides computer technology and solutions to give people with disabilities, students at risk and economically disadvantaged persons the opportunity, through training, to lead more independent and productive lives. http://www.cristina.org
The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA)
A network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers, Vendors and Associates dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies. http://www.ataccess.org
Closing The Gap
Highlights hardware and software products appropriate for people with special needs, and explains how this technology is being implemented in education, rehabilitation, and vocational settings around the world. http://www.closingthegap.com
LEARNING HOW TO LEARN
Written for high school and college students with learning disabilities (LD), this thorough, down-to-earth manual gently steers students through the process of preparing for college, choosing the right school, and succeeding academically. http://www.learninghowtolearn.org
CareerPerfect.com
CareerPerfect.com¨ was developed
to provide easy-to-use online versions of our leading-edge career programs,
services and tools. http://www.careerperfect.com/CareerPerfect/aboutCSG.htm?
(NRTC)
SELF-DETERMINATION TOOLS AND RESOURCES
This core area of the UIC National Research and Training Center advances knowledge and training on self-determination for people with psychiatric disabilities. http://www.psych.uic.edu/UICNRTC/self-determination.htm#tools
National Accessible Travelers' Database
To meet a need for more direct information about accessible services among users, travel agents, tour coordinators and tour guides, Easter Seals Project ACTION offers a database of accessible transit services in the United States. http://projectaction.easter-seals.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ESPA_travelers_database
The goal of JobAccess is to enable people with disabilities to enhance their professional lives by providing a dedicated system for finding employment. By posting job opportunities with JobAccess, employers not only exhibit an open door policy but also demonstrate their responsiveness to affirmative action by genuinely recruiting qualified persons with disabilities. http://www.jobaccess.org
INSTITUTES /
CONFERENCES
Special Event: Universal Design for
Learning and the Brain Workshop
- January 8, 2004.
Spend the day with David Rose,
Co-executive Director CAST
and learn more about UDL, brain
research, and more! To register online:
http://www.cast.org/udl/index.cfm?i=2417.
"Diversity Leadership: Healing & Dealing" - January 14-16, 2004
New York, NY
This training is an intensive,
participatory three-day experience that provides useful frameworks for working
on diversity issues with young people. It offers role plays and other
activities to use in a program setting, action plans for organizational
interventions, a focused exploration of the situation experienced by young
people, a celebration of cultures, and ongoing support mechanisms for
practicing diversity leadership. http://www.youthbuild.org/academy/diversityleadership.html
ATIA 2004 Conference and
Exhibition - January 14-17, 2004
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
ATIA 2004 serves as a leading forum for the Assistive Technology community to participate in presentations and discussions about new technology, practical applications, and services. http://www.atia.org/conf_2004.html
Designing and Managing Youth Workforce Development
Program Ð January 21-22, 2004
San Diego, CA
Measure the performance of youth workforce programs, manage employment options and information and integrate services for youth with special needs. http://www.performanceweb.org/social/s142/s142.htm
Supported Employment Web-based
Certificate Series - January 26-April 30, 2004
This online course provides an
extensive overview of supported employment and how to facilitate competitive
jobs for individuals with significant disabilities. http://www.vcu.edu/rrtcweb/cyberu/webcourse/sewcreg104.html
New Orleans, LA
WDI 2004 offers a variety of
opportunities for learning and networking. There will be in-depth sessions
focusing on specific topics offered along with pre-conference sessions, general
sessions, and forum sessions. http://www.aacc.nche.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/NewsandEvents/Workforce_Development_Institute/Workforce_Development_Institute.htm
Madison, Wisconsin
You'll explore innovative and cutting edge programs and practices for career preparation and development in this challenging economy. http://www.cew.wisc.edu/careers/cc2004/default04.asp
Working with
Employers: Partners in Difficult Times
- February 10-12, 2004
San
Antonio, TX
Working
Ventures invites you to its three-day practicum, Working with Employers:
Partners in Difficult Times. Experience the energy and optimism of
collaborating with colleagues as you learn how to build effective relationships
with employers. http://www.ppv.org/content/wv/wv_conf.html#working
Supporting Deaf People 2004: An
International Online Conference - February 12th - 19th 2004
Themes: 'Ethics &
Professionalism' and 'Language
The conference is aimed at all those involved in the support of Deaf people and Deaf people themselves. This includes: Sign Language Interpreters, Communication Support Workers, trainee interpreters and CSWs, lecturers for Deaf people, interpreting agencies and support service providers as well as Deaf students, clients and trainers of interpreters. For more information, frequently asked questions, papers from the previous
conference, etc. please see: http://www.online-conference.net
Atlanta
Hilton, Atlanta, Georgia
Come join thousands of other: Parents, Adults with Learning
Disabilities, Teachers and other Professionals, for 4 exciting days of learning
and sharing! http://www.ldanatl.org/New.html
Governmental Affairs Seminar - March 21-23, 2004
Washington, DC
Advocate for Action!
Jointly sponsored by The Arc, AAMR, AUCD and United Cerebral Palsy
Association. http://www.aamr.org/Events/gov_affairs.shtml
Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities: "Promises
to Keep, Futures to Seek" - March 29 - 30, 2004
Honolulu, Hawaii
Pac Rim 2004 strand topics include Lifelong Inclusion in Education and Community; Technology Across the Ages; Parent Partnerships and Family Supports; Employment and Adult Services; and Body, Mind and Spirit. Hosted by the Center on Disability Studies (CDS), University of Hawai`i at Manoa (UCEDD). http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/submissions/
The Professional Employment
Counselor: An Advocate for Jobseekers and Employers Ð March 31, 2004
THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT
DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
AND SUMMIT ON WORKFORCE ISSUES FOR 2004
NECA is dedicated to helping people prepare for, enter, understand and progress in the world of work through legislative advocacy, establishing standards and guidelines, showcasing best practices and networking. http://geocities.com/employmentcounseling/04Prog.html
Catch the Technology Wave
Conference - April 1 - 2, 2004
Memphis, TN.
Education, Community Health, and
Supports for Persons with Disabilities.
http://www.utmem.edu/bcdd/catch_wave_program.html
Workshop: Obesity Prevention and Intervention for Children
with Special Health Care Needs - April 28 - 30, 2004
Memphis, TN.
The overall goal of this program is to provide
interdisciplinary leadership training to health professionals and related care
providers involved in obesity prevention and intervention among CSHCN.
http://www.utmem.edu/bcdd/obesity_wkshp_04.html
Career
Opportunities for Students with Disabilities (COSD) is a unique consortium composed of large
and small universities, well - known national employers and US Government
agencies focused on the career employment of college graduates with
disabilities. http://www.cosdonline.org
TRANSED 2004: 10th
International Conference on Mobility and Transport for Elderly and Disabled
People Ð May 23-26, 2004
Hamamatsu City, Japan
Previous TRANSED conferences have promoted national and local transportation and development policies to include objectives relating to the needs of people with reduced mobility. The 10th International Conference on Mobility and Transport for Elderly and Disabled People is designed to help these objectives with getting into action. http://transed.jp
16th Annual Postsecondary Disability Training Institute (PTI) - June 8-12, 2004
Grand Summit Resort Hotel ~ Mt. Snow, Vermont
Come learn skills you'll use every day! The objective of this Training Institute is to assist concerned professionals to meet the unique needs of college students with disabilities. Participants can select from a variety of Strands and Single Sessions taught by experts in the field that provide participants with in-depth information and adequate time for questions and follow-up activities. http://vm.uconn.edu/~wwwcped/04pti.htm
The Twentieth Computers and
Writing Conference - June 10-13, 2004
Honolulu, Hawaii
Some of the presentation topics include: Languages, Technologies, and Bodies. Intersections of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and different forms of bodily "ability" with technology-based writing. issues of accessibility and adaptive technologies. http://www.hawaii.edu/cw2004
Innsbruck,
Austria
THEME:
Scanning the Horizon: An International Collaboration On Higher Education and
Disability. This conference will
equip participants with tools and resources to build successful programs and
further develop our network of international colleagues.
http://www.unotrac.org/presentations.html
RESEARCH / PUBLICATIONS
Functional Evaluation for
Assistive Technology (FEAT)
An easy to use, systematic,
comprehensive, multidimensional, and ecologically-based assessment protocol
that can be used with people of all ages (i.e., elementary aged students
through postsecondary adults). The scale can be used to determine the most
appropriate and effective assistive technology devices to help individuals with
learning problems (e.g., learning disabilities, mental retardation) compensate
for their difficulties and meet the demands of specific tasks and contexts. http://www.psycho-educational.com/pages/804483/index.htm
Fact Sheet: Job Applicants
and the Americans with Disabilities Act
This fact sheet addresses common questions about how the ADA protects applicants with disabilities. The information in this fact sheet also applies to applicants for federal employment, who are protected from discrimination by Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act. Section 501's requirements are the same as those that apply to employers covered by the ADA. http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/jobapplicant.html
Established in
1986, is the nation's first and only career-guidance and recruitment magazine
for people with disabilities who are at undergraduate, graduate, or
professional levels. http://www.eop.com/cd.html
Supports Intensity Scale Information
Comprehensive overview of the new AAMR Supports Intensity Scale (SIS), including uses, frequently asked questions, and adapted portions from the SIS Manual, and more. The SIS is a unique assessment instrument specifically designed to measure the level of supports required by an adult with an intellectual disability in order to lead a normal, independent life in society. The SIS was developed over five years by a team of experts and will be published by AAMR in December 2003. http://www.aamr.org/rr/FindDoc.php?keywords=intensity&author=&title=&submit=Find
These 2-4 page
briefs and forms focus on a disability topic and provide useful information for
training. Topics include accommodations, successful job interviews, the Americans with Disability Act, using alternative communication at
work, co-workers and supervisors,
role of employment specialists,
employer hiring incentives
for people with disabilities,
and intro to supported employment. http://www.trninc.com/trainingbriefs/trainingbriefs.asp
Volunteering by People with
Disabilities: A Route to Opportunity
One way in which disabled people can demonstrate their independence is by taking up voluntary work. The problem is, however, that the premises are not always physically accessible. http://www.energizeinc.com/xmlEi/solo.php?fzg_navGrpBtn=1-202-E-1
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