*Center for the Visually Impaired - Atlanta,GA

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy, education, counseling, vision rehabilitation therapy or related field; master’s degree preferred.

• Two years of successful experience in program management, including staff recruitment, placement and training.

• Experience in working with children and youth with visual impairments in a variety of settings.

• Knowledge of Atlanta resources, community programs and activities beneficial to visually impaired students a plus.

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Duties: Develops, implements and manages all aspects of the STARS (social, therapeutic, academic and recreational services) program for blind and visually impaired children ages six  to 22, including an after school program, weekend activities and retreats, mentoring program, parent support , and summer day camp.  Also  provides  direction and oversight to the CVI’s volunteer program.  Reports to the Vice President for Programs.

Salary: Competitive. Excellent benefits package including free health, dental, life and disability insurance; free parking, participation in 403b retirement program, opportunities to participate in continuing education..

Location: Atlanta has earned its reputation as the cultural capital of the South with award winning theaters, opera and museums. Our diverse population offers great ethnic restaurants and nightlife and such attractions as Zoo Atlanta, Fernbank Museum of Natural Science, Center for Puppetry Arts, Children’s Museum, and the Georgia Aquarium.  Abundant parks and playgrounds can be used virtually year round. Our public transit system includes both bus and rail. Our college and pro sports teams offer excitement throughout the year. For nature enthusiasts, Atlanta is an hour away from the Georgia mountains, and hiking and biking trails are even closer. All this in a city that still has not outgrown its southern charm and hospitality. Atlanta truly has something for everyone. Please find out more about CVI by visiting our website at www.cviga.org.

Contact: Email cover letter of interest and resume to:

Anisio Correia, Vice President for Programs Center for the Visually Impaired

739 West Peachtree Street, N.W.

Atlanta, GA 30308

404-875-9011 ext. 4291

Email: acorreia@cviga.org

*Center for the Visually Impaired is a Corporate Member of AER

This job posting will expire August 11, 2010