Assistive Technology Spec

Job Posting Title Assistive Technology Spec

Agency 805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

Supervisory Organization Dept Rehabilitation Services

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time Full time

Job Type Regular

Level I (Pay Band K) $4,382.494 $ 52,589.93

Level II (Pay Band L) $5,066.347 $ 60,796.16

Level III (Pay Band M) $5,725.15 $ 68,701.80

Level IV (Pay Band N) $6,011.40 $ 72,136.81

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing professional work in assistive technology services for the vocational rehabilitation of individuals with physical or mental disabilities, blindness or visual impairments. Assigned responsibilities include evaluating of work capacities and providing technical assistance for home/work site modifications for individuals, agencies, and the community.

• Completes assessments for assistive technology and/or other accommodation needs related to home, vehicle, job site, and employment modifications including but not limited to: computer access, low visions devices, activities of daily living, personal mobility, and communication obstacles.
• Compares the strengths, weaknesses, and related costs of assistive technology interventions to determine the appropriate devices and services which may include fabrication or customization.
• Completes detailed written reports on the assistive technology assessment to be used as a referral source with recommendations for devices, services, and vendor lists.
• Provides consultation to referral source on purchasing and implementation of assistive technology intervention.
• Provides drawings, photos, schematics, and other pertinent information as required for the bid process on assistive technology modifications.
• Maintains records of consumer contracts, assessments, and resources for funding or acquiring assistive technology.
• Delivers assistive technology devices, provides orientation and training, inspections, and follow‑up consultation and assessment of necessity for any additional devices or services.
• Provides training and information to advocate for the use of assistive technology; serves as a representative, subject matter expert, and consultant for the Department of Rehabilitation Services for boards and committees, groups, other state and federal agencies, vendors, organizations, businesses, employers, and persons with disabilities concerning the use of assistive technology.
• Participates in the development of program policies and procedures related to assistive technology for Department of Rehabilitation Services and other agencies and groups.

Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.

This is the basic level where incumbents perform trainee level duties under direct supervision as an Assistive Technology Specialist and develop their skills in assessments and knowledge of assistive technology. The incumbent will not complete complex assistive technology assessments (home modifications, vehicle modifications, wheelchair seating or Environmental controls) unless with the assistance of a mentor. Primary assignments will be related to computer access and may provide training to consumers and partners of the Department of Rehabilitation Services.

This is the career level where incumbents perform professional duties as an Assistive Technology Specialist under limited supervision. The incumbent performs assessments for the Department of Rehabilitation Services consumers, partner agencies, and other referral sources. The incumbent may be required to perform training and public speaking to enhance knowledge and advocate for use of assistive technology - curriculum for training to be approved by Assistive Technology Lead or Unit Supervisor.

This is the specialist level where incumbents are assigned responsibilities for performing all types of assistive technology assessments including complex Assistive Technology assessments (home modifications, vehicle modifications, wheelchair seating or Environmental controls) for all referral sources. This level requires incumbents to develop curriculum for staff training or consumer training for Assistive Technology, and make presentations. This incumbent will be a community liaison for Assistive Technology needs.

This position may mentor Level I staff.

This position includes all the same duties as a Level III wit