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Common Resume Types

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

ResumesJob Searching starts with a good resume.

There are three common types of Resume.

Review each and decide which is best for you.

 

 

Resume Type One:

  • You put “ALL” your schooling and the jobs you ever had from oldest to newest.
  • Called: “Chronological Format” (you can Google this for examples)
  • Best if you plan to keep the same type of job but just want to move companies.
  • Difficult to use if you want to make a career change.

Resume Type Two:

  • You put your strengths and skills into groups without adding specific dates.
  • Called: Functional Format (or creative or skills format) (you can Google this for examples.)
  • Best if you are a new graduate, have gaps in your education or employment history, or older people returning to work.
  • Difficult to use because it is not always accepted by employers. This is because they may feel you are “hiding something”.

Resume Type Three

  • You use some of type one “Chronological Format” and some of type two “Functional Format”.
  • Called: “Combined format” (you can Google this for examples)
  • Best if to highlight important skills or education from your past and can be easily changed for to match any different job you may be applying for.
  • Difficult to use when employers want one page resumes

 

But no matter what resume type you choose remember that if you self-identify yourself as Deaf or Hard of Hearing you can also include on your resume that any assistive devices the company pays for, including interpreters, may be a Tax Deduction for them so that they are not worried about the company budget. For more information visit www.irs.gov under the tab for businesses or you the phone number for your local IRS branch at http://www.irs.gov/localcontacts/index.html and call for more information.

 

Video: Welcome Back to GraciasVRS

Thursday, January 5th, 2012

 

Message from the President of Gracias VRS

Thursday, December 1st, 2011

Angela Roth, CEO of Gracias VRS has a message for our wonderful Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients.

Transcription:

Hi, you are here at the Gracias VRS website and the whole Gracias VRS team is excited and ready to offer you fast, deaf friendly quality VRS services. Some of you already know us. We have been supporting other companies, and you might have wondered, what happened? We have not seen you?? You are gone!! Well FCC regulations lay out that it was time for us to no longer be on a support role, but to stand on our own. And that’s exactly what we have done and as a result, FCC has given us approval to offer services as an eligible provider. And we are known as ASL Services Holdings LLC. Our brand name is Gracias VRS.

Now we say Gracias because we are committed that the top 3 languages of our nation and this entire hemisphere should be respected: English, ASL and Spanish are all equally to be recognized and supported. We come from a diverse background, just like you! We have Deaf communities, hearing, family experiences, professional services; we have language variances, different cultural backgrounds. We just don’t throw in ‘diversity’ and say, “ ohh yeah we do that too!! We actually live it! And as a result that we live it, we know that means every person has a right to express and be understood. And that is our focus. That is why we want to provide you warm, friendly, culturally and linguistically-aware service and we are willing to adjust to do whatever we need to and pull in the best person on our team to make sure we meet your needs.

Our website, Facebook, Twitter, you will see in the next few months that, yes, it has info about our services. But more importantly, you will see that our focus is on communication with the community in all its forms and in all the ways that we express it. So watch for some of the special surprises that will come. Some of the interesting features that will be unique on Gracias and you want to watch for Cozmo over here, our little sassy mascot. So keep watching our website often and follow us on Facebook and Twitter. And most importantly remember every time to use our services. We always appreciate you. This is why we will always say “GRACIAS”, thank you for using us.

So to those faces that we have known before, welcome back and to the new faces, come on, give us a try! I think you are going to find what you have been looking for. That you can get it all with Gracias because we truly do care. We are just like you.

Welcome to Gracias!!

 

Video Relay Services: We do it ALL!

Sunday, August 28th, 2011

Trilingual Interpreting ASL Spanish and English We Do It All

Spanish Calls, English Calls, Spanish AND English Calls, we do it all! Experience a better way to use VRS.  Dial graciasvrs.tv on your videophone today.

 

No Monkeying Around!

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

We are Here to Serve You

There’s no monkeying around!

We are Here to Serve You

 

Signing the Night Away

Monday, August 8th, 2011

The event took place July 22, 2011 and I must say, what an amazing and fun night! Friends, food and fun all included! Deaf and hearing of many different cultures came together for evening of entertainment.

There was music and poetry Presented in Sign-Language, English and Spanish. It was a place to showcase the talented and their artistic abilities.

Headlining the event was the musician and singer “Seich” interpreted by Angela Roth. Seich took the time to work with Angela and learn some basic Sign Language so he could connect with the audience. Angela also gave tips and tricks on how to include the Deaf audience in the performance, and Seich was not afraid to implement these ideas! The audience loved him and everyone clapped and sang along.

For more information about Seich and/or the evening’s events and to join next year check out:
http://www.seichmusica.com/about/aboutseich.html
http://signingthenightaway.blogspot.com/

 

Hurricane Guide for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

With the Hurricane Season here, this site provides the important educational video from Miami Dade Government.

(The video is in ASL and captioned)
Click Here: Hurricane Guide for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing

 

RID and Mano a Mano 2011 Trilingual Spanish Interpreting Team

Monday, August 1st, 2011

This year’s Trilingual Spanish Interpreting Team, coordinated by American Sign Language Services, Inc. (headquarters in Florida), was the model of the RID’s and Mano a Mano’s standards for teaming, supporting, and working as a united, multi-cultural “familia.”

As this was the first time RID and Mano have collaborated on a full conference, the schedule was packed full of presentations with new information. Presented to audiences in English, ASL, and Spanish, the information included concepts of interpreting in multi-cultural settings that are universally beneficial to all interpreters.

So, starting Sunday July 17, 2011, this hard working trilingual team hit the ground running and did not stop the whole week.

To ensure everyone could benefit fully and learn in their native tongue, the Trilingual Spanish Interpreting Team moved seamlessly between Spanish, English, and ASL as needed.

They were able to interpret any tracks presented in Spanish into English and ASL. Also, any ASL presentations done were voiced in Spanish and English. The trilingual team was also on-call to voice into Spanish any RID requested workshops presented in English/ASL. It was a great example of collaboration when the Trilingual Spanish team and Gallaudet Interpreting Services (GIS) teamed up to interpret several of the workshops.

Not only did this trilingual team manage both a full-time and on-call interpreting schedule, but several members of the Trilingual Spanish team also provided or partook in workshops and leadership trainings.

The work and skills of the Trilingual Spanish team, RID, and Mano a Mano will no doubt open the door for more attendees on both the National and International level.

Left to Right: Angela Roth (Coordinator); Tara J. Roth-Mollinedo (Coordinator); Sergio Peña ;Carmelo Falu; Kristie Casanova de Canales; Mathew Call; Saul Artega; Jennette Ocampo-Welch; Gustavo Navarrete; Marina Martinez; Arlene Narvaez; Victor Luis Gaston

 

On the International scene, the buzz for North America started when Mano President, David Quinto-Pozos, announced that the Mano a Mano International Committee Co-chairs, Angela Roth (FL) and José Bertrán (PR), in close collaboration with now Vice President of World Association of Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI), Jose Luis Brieva of Columbia, succeeded in the acceptance of Mano a Mano’s application to WASLI. Mano a Mano’s joining of WASLI shines a bright light on future international collaborations and support between the organizations.

When we look at the National horizon, it was announced by RID President, Cheryl Moose, and Mano President, David Quinto-Pozos, that a “Memorandum of Understanding” (MOU) between RID and Mano a Mano has been established at the culmination of 12 years of collaboration.

And when it comes to “Thinking Globally,” RID set the standard! They announced that RID and Mano a Mano will be working together to establish more multi-cultural and diverse workshops as well as making every workshop accessible in English, ASL, and Spanish, starting with RID’s 2013 conference in Indianapolis.

We are thankful for the continued efforts and support of:
RID President Cheryl Moose and the RID Board; RID Interim Director Mathew O’Hara; RID conference Coordinator Cori Dorsett; RID Staff Member Elijah Sow; Mano a Mano President David Quinto and the Mano a Mano Board; the GIS Team coordinated by Gino Gouby and Carolyn Ressler along with the entire 2011 Interpreting Team

So mark your calendars for the 2013 Conference in Indianapolis.
Plan to join in for the continued inclusion of all cultures and languages and the ability for everyone to enjoy training and learning more about these cultures in their own language!

 

ASL Services & GVRS Proudly Representing at RID

Friday, July 15th, 2011

American Sign Language Services, Inc. (ASL Services) and Gracias VRS knows that the economy has been hard and wants to applaud all those who have made arrangements to be at the RID National Conference in Atlanta, GA. Taking out the time and setting aside the resources to participate in the exciting conference will certainly be of great benefit to you and your Professional Development!

American Sign Language Services, Inc. (ASL Services) and Gracias VRS knows the value of staying actively involved in our profession. As a result, we are proud to announce that ASL Services, Inc. are Platinum Sponsors of the RID National Conference and Gracias VRS are the sponsor of Mano A Mano! In addition, members of the ASL Services, Inc. and Gracias VRS team will also be the coordinators for all trilingual interpreting at the conference and additional members of our companies are also on various boards including the RID Diversity Committee.

Your experience at RID should be education but fun as well. Come by our booths (308/310) and visit with members of our team to learn more about the many opportunities with ASL Services, Inc and GraciasVRS…. and also to spin our wheel to win prizes!

For Individuals who have actually worked for ASL Services, Inc and/or Gracias VRS, we have a very special “Thank You” for the work you do to proudly and professionally represent our companies. Our President/CEO and Director of Training will be on hand to personally meet with you face-to-face and give you a special gift during a special VIP Breakfast on Wednesday, July 20th from 7:00am-8:00am in room L508.

American Sign Language Services, Inc. (ASL Services) and Gracias VRS are extremely proud to be involved in the 2011 RID National Conference. We know It will certainly prove to be a fantastic week and we very much look forward to seeing you there!

 

Deaf Wet N’ Wild Bash!

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

Deaf Wet N’ Wild Bash!
Date: Saturday, July 16th, 2011
Time: 9am to 6pm
Location: Wet N’ Wild Orlando

On Saturday July 16th come join Gracias VRS for some wet fun at the Deaf Wet N Wild Bash in Orlando FL! GraciasVRS welcomes you to stop by our table to get some free sun block to protect yourself and pick up a complimentary GraciasVRS bag for your wet clothes.

Gracias VRS Cares!

visit www.wetnwildorlando.com to get your admission tickets online.