Assistive Tech Trainer: Low Vision Specialist

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

The Low Vision Specialist position at the Travis Association for the Blind encompasses a range of responsibilities and duties aimed at providing training and support to blind and visually impaired individuals. The candidate will assist staff with hardware assessments, configuring assistive technology devices, and ensuring accessibility across organization areas.

The role also delivers high-quality assistive technology services to customers referred by the Texas Workforce Commission-Department of

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school Diploma.
• Preferred: Associates degree in a relevant field such as Rehabilitation Science, Assistive Technology, or Special Education.
• Highly desirable: Certification in assistive technology or completion of relevant professional training programs.
• Strong knowledge and experience in training blind and visually impaired individuals on the use of handheld, portable, and desktop video magnifiers.
• Proficiency in assistive technology software, including Zoom Text with Jaws and other relevant applications.
• Familiarity with Windows magnifier, Zoom for iPhone and Mac, and Fusion and Zoom Text.
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation assistive technology training and equipment evaluation methodologies is a plus, including familiarity with Texas Workforce Commission-Vocational Rehabilitation standards and procedures.
• Successfully pass the State Assistive Technology Unit (ATU) requirement of phase 1 & 2 within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hardware assessments for low vision employees to determine their specific requirements-assisting in the enhancement of productivity.
• Collaborate closely with employees to configure and optimize assistive technology devices, ensuring accessibility and usability.
• Communicate effectively with different departments to ensure accessibility standards are met and appropriately communicated.
• Provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to employees, empowering them to maximize the potential of their assistive technology tools.
• Deliver specialized training sessions to visually impaired individuals referred by the Texas Workforce Commission-Department of Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Instruct customers on the effective utilization of handheld, portable, and desktop video magnifiers, as well as other relevant assistive technology devices.
• Conduct thorough assistive technology evaluations to identify the most suitable solutions based on individual needs and preferences.
• Assist customers in configuring and customizing their devices to meet their unique requirements.
• Stay up to date with the latest vocational rehabilitation assistive technology training and equipment evaluation standards, ensuring adherence to best practices.

Skills

Training

Assistive technology

Customer training

Accessibility

Collaboration

Education

High school Diploma

Associates degree

Certification in assistive technology

Tools

Zoom Text with Jaws

Windows magnifier

Zoom for iPhone/Mac

Fusion

Jaws

Job description

The Low Vision Specialist position at the Travis Association for the Blind encompasses a range of responsibilities and duties aimed at providing training and support to blind and visually impaired individuals. The candidate will assist staff with hardware assessments, configuring assistive technology devices, and ensuring accessibility across organization areas.

The role also delivers high-quality assistive technology services to customers referred by the Texas Workforce Commission-Department of