Assistive Technology Specialist - Hartford, United States - Oak Hill

Oak Hill

Verified Company

Hartford, United States

16 hours ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Oak Hill has been enhancing the lives of people with disabilities since 1893 We invite you to join our team of highly committed professionals.

Founded in 1893 by trailblazer and visionary, Emily Wells Foster, Oak Hill has over 129 years of experience providing the highest quality services to people with varying disabilities.

Oak Hill sets the standard, partnering with people with disabilities, to provide services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity.

About The Position:
Oak Hill is seeking an Assistive Technology Specialist to provide information and services regarding assistive technology. This position will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary, assistive technology team to provide services that are aligned with best practice. There will be projects and ancillary assignments assigned, on an as needed basis.

Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor of the Arts or Bachelor of Science degree; or 4 years of related experience
Must possess or acquire RESNA ATP Certification, or Assistive Technology Certification from a reputable program, of own accord and own expense within the first six months of employment

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct AT services to identify technology supports that appropriately align with an individual's unique abilities, preferences, environmental contexts, and barriers. Services also facilitate successful AT implementation within areas of education, employment, home, and community settings. Written reports that align with the direct services are required as applicable.
Collaborate with NEAT and Oak Hill staff along with related professionals to provide comprehensive AT solutions and services.
Design, develop, and deliver engaging AT presentations and workshops that align with evidenced based practices for educational, vocational, and consumer groups at the local and national levels.
Exhibit innovation for adapting and modifying assistive technology tools and programs.
Reviews, utilizes, manages, and troubleshoots technology solutions across the continuum of AT.
Has awareness around and is prepared to utilize smart home, remote support, and augmentative, alternative communication (AAC) technologies.

We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:
$60, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits: