Our Team

“The greatest joy of being part of the Carroll Center for the Blind’s team is seeing firsthand the resiliency and grace of our people, united with our mission to help individuals of all ages and stages of vision loss lead independent and fulfilling lives.” 

– Greg Donnelly, President and CEO

How the Carroll Center will impact you:

Purpose

Sense of purpose from being part of a community of like-minded people who share the same passion for helping to make the world a better place.

Belonging

Sense of belonging from working in a collaborative, dynamic, and supportive environment.

Fulfillment

Sense of fulfillment from working in a culture that prioritizes ethical practices and values the contributions of each employee.

Joy

Sense of joy from witnessing client journey towards independence and celebrating their monumental achievements.

Hear from Our Team

Opportunity to Make an Impact

“Since I started at the Carroll Center in 2017, I’ve had the privilege of being trusted by hundreds of people experiencing vision loss to guide them toward greater independence through technology. More than just a physical change, the transition to blindness is emotional, social, as well as technological, and it impacts every aspect of your life, sometimes in small ways and sometimes enormously. As a person with a visual impairment, working with others experiencing blindness has allowed me to see my blindness through a unique lens that has benefited me personally and professionally. The Carroll Center has afforded me tremendous opportunity, and I look forward to creating impact with the Carroll Center for many years.”

– Nick Corbett, Program Manager of Rehabilitation Services

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Close-knit team who become like family

“It’s easy to come into work every day when you are doing something you love. It’s an added bonus when you work with a close-knit team who become like family. Our colleagues all work with a client-focused mindset with the result being independence for the client. I teach visually impaired adults to do their activities of daily living. It is rewarding to see a client accomplish a task they may have been nervous to do post vision loss and see how proud the client is of themselves. Having a job that you absolutely love, with low stress, has had a huge impact on my life. I am so happy I switched career paths and working as a vision rehab therapist has been really fulfilling. The management team care about the clients and the staff wellbeing.”

– Sheila Carney, VRT, Rehabilitation Instructor

Gratifying work

“Helping people who have lost vision to experience a sense of accomplishment and regain their confidence is important and gratifying work… I’ve had a number of different jobs over the long course of my career, but working at the Carroll Center is by far the most impactful and rewarding. I am grateful for the opportunity to make difference in the lives of the clients I work with.”

– Paul Hastings, Sensory Arts Instructor

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Boosted my confidence

“My favorite part about here has been the community and everyone that I’ve been able to meet, friendships I’ve been able to make. Overall it’s really boosted my confidence as an employee and my own person.”

– Bailey Harris, Admissions Coordinator

Opened my heart

“Working at the Center has opened my heart, educated me on what is really happening in people’s lives, and taught me the importance of patience, perspective and compassion.”

– Jim Duffy, Technology Skills Instructor & Alumnus

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Our workplace

Monthly Breakfast Bunches

Staff are welcome to join our monthly Breakfast Bunch, grab a bite to refuel and share a little time with colleagues, away from computer screens!

Milestone Recognition

The Carroll Center recognizes 5+ work anniversary milestones with a small gift of appreciation.

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Bill McMahon Award

Each year, Senior Leadership recognizes an employee who excels in the areas of outstanding performance, teamwork, passion, commitment, and exemplary professionalism. This award was created in 2017 after the passing of William H. McMahon, Vice Chair of The Carroll Center for the Blind Board of Directors.

Gatherings

Throughout the year, we take the time to participate in staff get togethers, enjoying some food, activities, and good company! Gatherings range from our summer BBQ, Holiday party, Employee Appreciation Luncheon, and more!

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Benefits We Offer

Full Time (30+ Hours/Wk)

  • Health Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) *CCB will contribute for the first half of an employee’s health deductible
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance (voluntary)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Retirement Plan (including employer match)
  • Long Term Disability
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick time)

Part Time (20+ Hours/Wk)

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance (voluntary)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Retirement Plan (including employer match)
  • Long Term Disability
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick time)

For All

  • Accrued Sick Time Off
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Free parking on campus

Wellness

*Only for employees who work 30+ hours a week

Employee Assistance Program

A licensed professional counselor can help you with:

  • Stress, depression, anxiety
  • Relationship issues, divorce
  • Anger, grief and loss
  • Job stress, work conflicts
  • Family and parenting concerns

Ask a Work/Life Specialists about:

  • Child care, elder care
  • Financial services, debt management, credit report issues
  • Identify theft
  • Legal questions
  • Even reducing your medical/dental bills!

Fitness Rewards and Rebates

*Only for employees enrolled in Health Insurance

  • Fitness Club Rebate
  • “Daily Burn” workout video subscription discount
  • ChooseHealth.com
  • Fitness Together personal training
  • Healthy Eating discounts

Mind and Body Perks

*Only for employees enrolled in Health Insurance

  • Acupuncture
  • Massage therapy
  • Yoga
  • Mindful Magazine
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Our Hiring Process

Did one of our career opportunities catch your attention?

1. This is where you want to work! Complete our Application for Employment to get started.

2. Let’s meet! Our team will set up a time to meet you if you’re a good match.

3. Time to join our team! You’re the perfect fit. Let’s get your onboarding underway.

4. Participate in a robust onboarding experience designed to introduce you to our culture, policies, history, and blindness education.

5. Start making a difference! Let’s do this together.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

A Culture of Belonging

The Carroll Center for the Blind is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. The well-being of our community is paramount. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and agency’s achievement as well.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique… click here to read more.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Carroll Center for the Blind (CCB) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and always fosters acceptance for everyone. We offer fair opportunities to all qualified persons in recruitment and selection, employment, compensation and benefits, professional development and training, transfers, promotions, social activities, and the use of CCB’s facilities. CCB welcomes all qualified applicants and ensures that everyone will receive equal consideration for employment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, military, or veteran status, political or union affiliation, or any other categories protected by Federal or State law. The CCB culture embraces both the law and a work environment that is safe, positive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable. Our mission and impact shines brightly on all.

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