Assistive Technology Specialist
The primary responsibility of the Assistive Technology Specialist is to conduct evaluations to determine the equipment needs and accommodations for Harbor Regional Center clients. The secondary responsibility is to develop, organize and instruct the classes offered in the computer lab.
DUTIES:
• Conduct evaluations to determine the need for assistive
technology for computer access
• Write reports of evaluation outcomes including recommendations
for hardware, software, access and accommodations
• Maintain current knowledge on available commercial
products.
• Perform system set-up/integration into environment for clients
in their homes, as appropriate.
• Provide on-going consultation to clients, including home and
site visits.
• Provide training for clients and caregivers on use and care of
recommended equipment.
• Provide information and training to HRC staff regarding
Assistive Technology
• Preview and recommend software programs appropriate for
clients
• Visit HRC service provider sites to provide consultation
regarding hardware and software
• Conduct assistive technology screening of HRC clients at
service provider sites
• Provide leadership in coordinating course offerings and class
schedules in the Computer Lab, as requested.
• Work cooperatively with the Speech Pathologist in determining
augmentative communication needs for referred clients.
• Work cooperatively with the Occupational Therapist in
determining seating and positioning needs for referred
clients.
• Be responsible for scheduling appointments and follow-up
consultation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Undergraduate degree with Assistive Technology Applications
Certificate, preferred.
• Experience in a teaching environment, preferred.
• Associate degree with experience in the field of Assistive
Technology will be considered.
• 100 hours of formal training or continuing education in
Assistive Technology will be considered.
• Directly supervised practice will be considered.
• Familiarity with computer functions, basic computer software
programs and adaptive assistive technology.
SKILLS:
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent self-motivation to develop and create new
projects
• Ability to teach groups of adults and children with
developmental disabilities.
Other Requirement:
Upon job offer acceptance, candidates will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster, if eligible. A reasonable accommodation may be requested for an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Please submit your resume to:
HR@harborrc.org or
Fax#: 310-316-5016