MSD Residential Child & Youth Care Practitioner - Substitute; Contractual Position

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Anticipated openings for the  School Year. The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community that, in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in educating the children at MSD.

We are currently accepting applications to create a pool of qualified individuals who can work on an as-needed basis to temporarily assist in the Dorm program.

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043

A Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioner (RCYCP) at MSD provides guidance to deaf and hard of hearing students by serving as a mentor and role model, offering advice and assistance with daily life skills, and referring students to other staff. Employees work under general supervision and may need to travel for events. Work hours may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Education: Must be 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent, or 18+ with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Experience: At least 1 year guiding deaf and hard of hearing youth in daily life skills. Fluency in American Sign Language required.

Note: Additional education can substitute for experience at a rate of 60 credit hours per year of experience.

• Knowledge of deafness aspects.
• Fluent American Sign Language skills.
• Proficiency in written English.
• Ability to learn emergency medical procedures.
• Ability to foster a positive dorm environment.
• Harmonious working relationships with students and staff.

• RCYCP certification required.
• Valid Maryland driver’s license if operating a vehicle.
• CPR and First Aid certifications, maintained current.

• Proficiency in American Sign Language and written English.
• Pass medical and TB screening.
• Subject to substance abuse testing and criminal background check.
• Provide three letters of recommendation.

Applications will be prescreened; qualified candidates will be invited for interviews. MSD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Eligible contractual employees working 30+ hours/week may receive subsidized health benefits, paying 25% of premiums. Other benefits include dental, life insurance, and leave accrual.

Online application is preferred. If unable, applications can be submitted via mail, email, fax, or in person before the deadline. Include your name and recruitment number. Resumes alone are not accepted; additional documents must be submitted by the deadline.

Contact:
Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P.O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044; email: emily.hicks; phone: ; fax: .

We encourage applicants from underserved groups, bilingual candidates, and veterans.