Assistive Technology Specialist - School Based

Easter Seals of Massachusetts Inc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Massachusetts is seeking an entry-level Assistive Technology Specialist to provide itinerant evaluation, consultation and training in southeastern MA school districts. The Per-Diem position supports students with varied disabilities, traveling between Hingham, Fairhaven, Sandwich, SLRSD, and Wareham.

Responsibilities include evaluations, trainings, and collaboration with school teams. Applicants should have a related degree or 2 years of AT experience, strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience or Bachelor’s degree related to AT
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Previous work with persons with disabilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of disability related services preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• MA CORI check, national background check, and professional references check
• Ability to provide a recent physical including TB test and required immunizations

Responsibilities

• Provide AT evaluations to students of varied ages and abilities
• Provide consultation and trainings for the student and team, including family and school staff
• Educate school team and family in evidence-based intervention techniques to promote successful outcomes
• Work collaboratively with team to implement adaptive equipment and recommendations
• Attend meetings to present reports
• Submit paperwork and billing requirements in a timely manner in accordance with agency standards and with strict adherence to deadlines
• Utilize Salesforce, MS TEAMS, and MS Outlook to communicate with colleagues and outside contracts and track caseloads

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Ability to travel

Independence

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree related to AT

2 years of related experience

Tools

Salesforce

MS Teams

MS Outlook

Job description

Assistive Technology Specialist - School Based - Per Diem**

Cape Islands, MA, US

Easterseals Massachusetts is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play. If you’re passionate about making a real difference, we’d love to have you on our team!

Entry level AT Specialist to provide itinerant evaluation, consultation and training services related to the use of assistive technology to school districts in southeastern MA for students with varied disabilities. This position will primarily support students in the following school districts: Hingham, Fairhaven, Sandwich, SLRSD, and Wareham MA. This position may also require on site availability to other nearby schools in the Southeast area. * This is a Per-Diem position*.

Essential Functions:

• Provide AT evaluations to students of varied ages and abilities.
• Provide consultation and trainings for the student and team, including family and school staff.
• Educate school team and family in evidence-based intervention techniques to promote successful outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with team to implement adaptive equipment and recommendations.
• Attend meetings to present reports.
• Maintain appropriate documentation based on professional practice, Easterseals policies and procedures, and contracting agency requirements.
• Submit paperwork and billing requirements in a timely manner in accordance with agency standards and with strict adherence to deadlines.
• Follow Easterseals policies and procedures.
• Follow policies and procedures of contracting agency.
• Performs any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.
• Utilize SalesForce, MS TEAMS, and MS Outlook to communicate with colleagues and outside contracts and track caseloads.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of related experience or Bachelor’s degree related to AT
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Previous work with persons with disabilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of disability related services preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• MA CORI check, national background check, and professional references check
• In order to provide direct client care, the selected candidate must be able to provide a recent physical indicating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job either with or without accommodations, proof of negative TB test, and required immunizations (including fully vaccinated status for Covid-19)

Required Skills:

• Must have excellent communication and organization skills
• Must have excellent time management skills to prioritize responsibilities, meet established deadlines, and ensure the efficient completion of work assignments
• Ability to travel to/between multiple work locations
• Ability to work independently
• Work is inconsistent and varies month to month

Physical Demands:

• Frequent communicating in person, via phone and through e-mail
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending

At Easterseals MA, we champion diversity, inclusion, and equity to foster an environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We welcome a broad spectrum of individuals. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to dismantle barriers that hinder individuals from reaching their full potential.

We actively engage with our staff, volunteers, partners, and the broader community to promote understanding, empathy, and collaboration. Collectively, we are changing the way the world defines and views disability, making profound and positive differences in people’s lives every day. By beginning with our diverse workforce, we demonstrate our commitment throughout the commonwealth.

Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives by ensuring all feel welcome and valued.

Easterseals Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other legally protected characteristic.