Assistive Technology Technician

Overview

At Aspire Living & Learning, we support neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland for over 40 years, helping them discover their passions and live independently. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths.

Title: Assistive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). – Enabling Technology Specialist
Hours: M-F 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Aspire location in Maryland, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts
Salary: $50,000–$60,000 annually, based on education and experience

• Install, configure, and maintain assistive and enabling technologies for individuals receiving services.

• Work directly with individuals, families, and caregivers across home and program settings to implement technology solutions that enhance independence, safety, and quality of life.

• Assess client needs, identify technology opportunities, and provide training to promote greater autonomy.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in IT support, assistive technology support, or technology training preferred.

• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn and support a broad range of evolving technologies.
• Exceptional patience and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technology concepts in clear and accessible language.
• Creative problem‑solving mindset and ability to adapt technology solutions to individual needs.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to travel regularly to homes and program locations in all states served by Aspire.

• Hybrid position requiring travel to group homes and state offices periodically.
• Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, and use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal.
• Employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs.
• Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Work environment is a standard office setting with standard office equipment (fax, copier, phone, computer, etc.).
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable qualified people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position.

• 8 weeks of PTO annually
  , including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance – Choose from multiple medical plans; vision coverage included at no extra cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options – Use pre‑tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts – Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Employer‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services, and more.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits from the contributions of people of color, people from working‑class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.