Assistive Technology Trainer

Company: Easterseals Crossroads
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Easterseals Crossroads provides top-quality, family-focused, innovative services tailored to meet the needs of the individuals we serve.

What is Assistive Technology? Assistive technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, product, or software program that is used to increase or improve the functional capabilities of a person with a disability. AT can be very low-tech like a cardboard communication board, or high-tech such as special-purpose computers or robotics. It can be hardware such as keyboards or switches, or software programs like screen readers. AT can be power lifts, braces, tools, and much more. AT is as varied as the people and situations that need it.
This position provides AT installation, training, troubleshooting and other related services for individuals with disabilities throughout the State of Indiana.

Required education, experience, and certifications
To qualify for this position, you must have:
A minimum of 2 years' experience in Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification
Other AT, IT and disability related certifications or experience a plus.
Essential Functions
Install, train, and troubleshoot computer systems
Install, train, and troubleshoot assistive technology hardware and software
Travel independently throughout the State of Indiana
Document services provided and log service hours into agency EMR system daily
Conduct case management services, schedule appointments, enter service logs, coordinate with various stakeholders (ex. consumer, employer, funding source, vendor, etc.)
Participate in team activities including department and team meetings, slack channel updates and discussions, brainstorming and troubleshooting sessions, etc.
Other duties as assigned by the manager of Clinical Assistive Technology.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability
In this role you must be able to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and using a variety of mediums including electronic and printed communication such as text messaging, email, service reports, and EMR entries
You will install, integrate, troubleshoot, and provide training related to assistive technology hardware and software
You will travel independently, organize and schedule caseload, document services provided and log work into electronic medical records system
You must be able to move objects and install equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Work schedule
The work schedule varies, but typical hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
This is a full-time, exempt position.
Easterseals Crossroads is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Easterseals Crossroads prohibits discrimination based on age, color, ability status, ethnicity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status.

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