Thursday, July 18, 2013

Please fill out NEEDS ASSESSMENT ASAP


GSAP is currently conducting a short survey to determine which areas you would like to receive training, on-site technical assistance, or materials in the area of deafblindness. Your feedback is important so that we can provide trainings that you would like offered. This information will also help us determine the training priorities for the next grant cycle. If you are a PARENT, TEACHER, SERVICE PROVIDER, PA, OR ADMINISTRATOR who works with individuals with DEAFBLINDNESS, please fill out the NEEDS ASSESSMENT ASAP. Click here to access the Needs Assessment or visit http://education.gsu.edu/georgiadeafblindproj/events-training.aspx.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Employment Opportunity with Parent to Parent of Georgia

Parent to Parent of Georgia’s Employment Opportunity
Applications being accepted through 4:00 pm July 31, 2013 only!
 
Are you a parent or family member of a child with a disability or a professional interested in working with families?  Are you looking for part-time work, a casual working environment, where you can help families access support and resources while expanding your own knowledge?  If so, Parent to Parent needs you as a Coordinator in our West Georgia area.  This area includes these counties:  Butts, Carroll, Coweta, Clayton, Fayette, Harris, Heard, Henry, Lamar, Meriwether, Muscogee, Pike, Spalding, Talbot, Troup, Upson.

The primary responsibilities of Coordinators include matching parents for one-on-one emotional support, handling information requests from families and professionals, providing guidance on educational and health-related issues, and representing Parent to Parent at meetings and conferences.
 
Requirements:
  •  Must live in one of the counties in this Region (see above)
  •  College degree (minimum of a two year degree)
  •  Experience with disabilities or special health care needs
  •  Basic knowledge of special education and Medicaid and waiver programs
  •  Good written and strong oral communication skills (preference given to candidates fluent in Spanish or other languages)
  •  Basic computer skills
Part-time position available, 20 hours a week, 12 months a year, and must be able to attend occasional evening and weekend support groups or workshops (on average, 1 or 2 times per month).  Pay range is $11-$14 per hour.
 
Send resume by mail to Parent to Parent of Georgia, 3 West Altman Street, Statesboro, Georgia 30458. Fax resumes to 912-681-0910. Email resumes to mitzi@p2pga.org   
 
For more information about Parent to Parent, check our web site at: www.p2pga.org
Parent to Parent of Georgia is an E-Verify Mandated Employer
(EOE)
 
Parent to Parent of Georgia values diversity in the workplace.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.