SSP = Service Support Provider, Volunteer and internship opportunities, which includes Grant Writing, Project Management and Social Media opportunities.
We offer SSP Certification
SSP’s can earn 10.00 to 15.00 per hour depending upon certification level, all mileage paid.
Come learn how to empower DeafBlind individuals by providing visual and environmental information.
**Food provided
**Certification to follow
Sight-Hearing Encouragement Program – Shep is now announcing the SSP training on August 26th and 27th, 2022. It will be held at OSU-OKC.
What is a SSP you ask?
SSP is a Support Service Provider as individuals who help members of the DeafBlind community, in allowing them to borrow your eyes and ears to encourage and promote them in being independent. SSPs do transporting or meeting at places as a guide and an environmental explainer. This helps bridge the gap for those with dual sensory loss in empowering yet still promoting DeafBlind individuals in making their own choices in life.
If you are interested in becoming a SSP and bridging that gap of information and accessible for the DeafBlind, please sign up now!
You will need attend both dates, August 26 and 27th to complete training and testing to become a certified and paid SSP.
There are three SSP levels, which depend on your skill level. This is will evaluated through our testing process with DeafBlind leaders who will determine your level.
Level one – guides, explains environmental information and speaks with a clear voice. This level does not use and doesn’t have to be a signer of sign languages.
Level two – guides, explains environmental information in a clear voice or no voice (if Deaf), uses close-up sign language in beginner to intermediate signing of ASL, PSE and or SEE.
Level three – guides, explains environmental information completely hand in hand using tactile signing of: ASL, PSE and or SEE. Is also a fluent signer with some tactile, and Pro-tactile included.
It is free to register! Sign up now at our website www.shep-ok.org/become-ssp. You can also email cassandra@shep-ok.org if that’s easier for you!
Training address:
OSU-OKC Education Resource Center
**Will give exact building room details to those that register.
DATE and TIME:
August 26th, 2022 Friday – 9am to 3 pm
SSPs are the eyes and ears for the DeafBlind community and they help encourage independence that may be difficult without the resources the DB community need. SSPs provide environmental information to DeafBlind so that the bigger picture is given and that short exchange communication is understood.
SSP work very flexible and you work when you are available and when a DB requests that service.
If you are interested you can RSVP to this event and we will have our SSP coordinator contact you with more information. Or visit https://www.shep-ok.org/become-ssp or email humanresources@shep-ok.org
Prices:
Level 1 SSP training fee: $50
Level 2-3 SSP training fee: $75
Refresher: $35
Training location: TBA
Learn hundreds of signs, featuring American Sign Language grammar and information on Deaf culture. Our classes are non-credit classes and are available for ages 13 and up. Have fun and learn a new exciting language you can use anywhere!
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SIGN 2 $60 per person....April 7th-18th-May 12th on Thursday 6:15-8:15pm. This is a 6 week class.
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Jenk's enrollment please call Jenks Community Ed at (918) 298-0340 or enroll online at www.jenkscommunityed.com.
*For Jenks Sign 1 please bring $20 for your book on the first night of your class.
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Enrollment ends 3 days prior to the class starting.
Ready, Set, HIRED!
The Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services will host a Career Opportunity Expo
on Feb. 11, 2020 at:
Shepherd Center
2401 NW 23rd St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
This event will bring leading Oklahoma businesses to the table to meet with motivated job seekers. Participants will have the opportunity to learn new skills to get that next job and network with community leaders.
To register as a job seeker go to www.okdrs.org/BSP/registration
For vendor or partner registration go to www.okdrs.org/BSP/Business-Partner-Registration
See you there!
SSPs are the eyes and ears for the DeafBlind community and they help encourage independence that may be difficult without the resources the DB community need. SSPs provide environmental information to DeafBlind so that the bigger picture is given and that short exchange communication is understood.
SSP work very flexible and you work when you are available and when a DB requests that service.
If you are interested you can RSVP to this event and we will have our SSP coordinator contact you with more information. Or visit https://www.shep-ok.org/become-ssp or email humanresources@shep-ok.org
Prices:
Level 1 SSP training fee: $50
Level 2-3 SSP training fee: $75
Refresher: $20
This year sign language will be taught at the Community Center in Jones okla
20 West Atlanta street
Sign up
August 27
5–7 pm
Classes start September 10
Questions contact Patty 405 640 4563
SHEP will be having their SSP training workshop. This workshop is open to current and new SSPs.
Due to changes and progress made in the SSP program, this training is mandatory for all SSPs.
We will cover new training for those that are interested in becoming an SSP and cover new topics that may be tough for current SSPs. Topics will include: Ethics, Pro-tactile, Assertiveness, boundaries, and more.
OKC training dates for current and new SSPs: June 9th - June 10th. Times: 8am to 5pm both days.
Read here for more information about fees.
If you have any questions please contact Tiara at tiara@shep-ok.org
Join the American Society for Deaf Children at a 2018 ASL Learning Opportunity. These unique workshops will focus on teaching families and professionals American Sign Language. The weekend will include presentation and classes that focus on ASL, Deaf Culture, and much, much more.
Your registration fee includes:
March 10-11. 2018
Oklahoma School for the Deaf
1100 E Oklahoma Ave, Sulphur, OK 73086
Limited Number of Free Dorm Rooms Available
Hosted by: Oklahoma School for the Deaf
Touch Signals is used with people who are deaf-blind, providing visual and environmental information using various methods of touch on the body. These signals do not interrupt formal spoken or signed communication. Touch SIgnals are discreet and in real-time, allowing the deaf-blind person greater awareness of what is occurring in their surroundings.
Self-Advocate Leadership Training I is an introductory training in leadership and self-advocacy designed for people with disabilities. Free including lunch for those who pre-register. Feb. 13 is Mardi Gras, so that’s our theme. Participants will develop skills to assist in becoming leaders and effective self-advocates. Topics include: importance of the civil rights movement; Americans with Disabilities Act, voting rights for people with disabilities and advocacy in a variety of situations. Trainers: Kelly Zaikis; Nancy Ward; Linda Gonzales; and Dee Banta.
Seating is limited.
Info about training registration: Cathy Martin, 405-951-3478, cmartin@okdrs.
Info about SALT training: Jeryldine Schutte-Pogue, 405-701-2077, okpeoplefirst@coxinet.
1.6 RID CEUs available and BEI CEUs approved!
February 2, 2018 ~ Friday @ 9 am - 1 pm
Medial Interpreting: Women's Health & Wellness
February 2, 2018 ~ Friday @ 5 pm - 9 pm
Non-Manual Signals: ASL Markers
February 3, 2018 ~ Saturday @ 8 am - 5 pm
English Equivalents: Whoa! Train Zoom Gone. Did You see what she signed? What did she mean by that and how can I say it in English?
Hello Oklahomans! Want to become a paid SSP? Register now and join us at the SSP Training Workshop! A great opportunity to experience and work with the Deaf-Blind individuals!
Through many mentor sessions working with interpreters, I have kept notes to share. It's amazing to see how interpreters creatively face challenges as they translate from English to ASL. I treasure opportunities to help interpreters improve their visual thinking, which Deaf audiences appreciate. My workshop offers a myriad of ways to make interpreting more visual.
Interpreting in classes such as anatomy, biology, health, child development and parenting can certainly be a challenge! Developing ASL visualization skills within these topics, this workshop will provide helpful interpreting demonstrations and practice exercises
Semantics is defined as the study of meanings expressed by the elements of a language or a combination of the elements. A concept expressed in an ASL sign often cannot be conveyed by a single all-purpose English word.
Join us at Art Class Wine Glass in Vintage Park to create a "Texas Strong" wood pallet. The cost is usually $44.50 for wood signs but because we are repeat customers, they have discounted it to $42.50 for us. This would make a great Christmas gift for family and friends! Sign up and pay at the link here and know that our groups usually sell out quickly: http://shop.artclasswineglass.com/add_cart.asp?out=1&quick=1&item_id=30
Interpreters will be provided. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages but glasses are provided for us. We hope to see you there!
It's that time again! We are holding a new hire training session for those interested in becoming an SSP. We will be going through the SSP cirricullum and covering many topics ranging from how to greet a deafblind individual, outdoor engagement, testing ASL levels and providing refresher material to current SSP.
The NAD Leadership Training Conference (NLTC) will foster the enhanced development of leadership within state associations, organizations, and corporations. As the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America, the NAD’s mission is to provide guidance and support to the deaf and hard of hearing community to take on society’s challenges and succeed in a more equal and accessible world. Come and gain the knowledge, expertise, and network to enable full productivity and success within your state associations, organization, and corporations! We look forward to having you participate in this thriving leadership training event in beautiful downtown Oklahoma City.
