Deaf Counseling Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Under the direction of the Supervising Counselor in the Student Life Division, the incumbent plans and conducts recreational and social activities outside of school hours and provides academic support to meet identified individual student or group in accordance with the Expected Schoolwide Learning Results (ESLRs); maintains accountability of students; attends meetings; prepares reports; keeps communication open regarding students' needs; follows school and state policies. The position is required to work evenings from Sunday to Thursday.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position requires the following pre-employment clearance:

• Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment and or Test
• Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ) Fingerprint Clearance.

This position is a full-time, 10-month position and works on an acdemic calendar (August - June)
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• COUNSELOR, SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-512217
Position #(s):
204-701-9664-XXX
Working Title:
COUNSELOR, SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
Classification:
COUNSELOR, SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF $4,091.00 - $5,123.00 A
$4,548.00 - $5,694.00 B
$4,929.00 - $6,168.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Alameda County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
California School for the Deaf
Department Information
The California School for the Deaf, Fremont CSDF) is one of 6 State Special Schools under the Department of Education. Located on a 96-acre campus shared with the California School for the Blind, and the Diagnostic Center, North, we are a short walk from BART and have free employee parking.
Department Website: http://www.csdf.k12.ca.us
Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the American Sign Language language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

***EXAMINATION***
Individuals must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. List eligibility may be obtained by meeting the minimum qualifications as outlined in the examination bulletin, and obtaining a passing score on the Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire.
The examination bulletin may be viewed on the California Department of Human Resources Web page at:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3648
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/31/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Education-School for the Deaf-Fremont
California School for the Deaf
Attn: Yi-Cheng Kasheta
39350 Gallaudet Drive
Fremont , CA 94538
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Education-School for the Deaf-Fremont
California School for the Deaf
Yi-Cheng Kasheta
39350 Gallaudet Drive
Fremont , CA 94538
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
This position requires the incumbent to work independently and cooperatively with others; demonstrate good working skills, maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
The incumbent must be able to communicate proficiently in American Sign Language and has Deaf Cutlure Awarness , engage students in learning, serve as a role model, supervise activities, work without supervision, collaborate with other staff, use good communication skills including using e-mail and videophone, analyze a situation and determine the appropriate action, and set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
By signing this duty statement, the employee understands and adheres to all policies and procedures related to Mandated Reporting of Suspected Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.csdf.k12.ca.us
Human Resources Contact:
Yi-Cheng Kasheta
(510) 344-6176
ykasheta@csdf-cde.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Office of Equal Opportunity Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.