[IL-Talk] FW: [Chapter-Presidents] Job opening in SD

[David Meyer]

From: Chapter-Presidents [mailto:chapter-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Mike Klimisch via Chapter-Presidents
Sent: Monday, December 30, 2019 8:19 PM
To: NFB Chapter Presidents discussion list
Cc: Mike Klimisch
Subject: [Chapter-Presidents] Job opening in SD

 

 

Hi all:  

I am passing along a message I received from Julaine Arient-Rollman. I think for the driving part a driver should be hired and paid through the state.

 

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative/
DakotaLink is seeking an Assistive Technology Low Vision Specialist To be located in Sioux Falls, SD
This job involves assessing individual needs for
assistive technology along with providing
installation and training on all types of assistive
technology. There will be a major focus on
computers with specialized software and other types
of low vision equipment. The consumers served will
be individuals of all ages who are primarily Blind or
have Low Vision in southeastern South Dakota.
Occasional overnight travel is expected. A degree in
computer related sciences along with experience is
required, however, field experience with Low Vision
AT may be substituted. A desire to work with
individuals with disabilities is required. Starting
Salary : $35,000 with full benefits. 

 

Send resume to:
DakotaLink:
1161 Deadwood Ave #5, Rapid City, SD 57702 or
email to pczerny at dakotalink.net.

 

Assistive Technology Low Vision Specialist Job Description

Job Summary:
This job involves assessing individual needs for assistive technology along with providing installation and
training on all types of assistive technology. There will be a major focus on computers with specialized
software and other types of low vision equipment. The consumers served will be individuals of all ages who
are primarily Blind or have Low Vision in southeastern South Dakota. Occasional overnight travel is expected.
A degree in computer related sciences along with experience is required, however, field experience with Low Vision AT may be substituted. A desire to work with individuals with disabilities is required.

Responsibilities and Duties:
The Assistive Technology Specialist will meet with Consumers primarily at their location to assess their need
for assistive technology that could be used at school, work or at home. This requires significant driving to their
location primarily in Southeastern South Dakota In most cases equipment must be brought into the
consumer’s location for evaluation. The equipment will be for all disabilities and can include computers,
specialized software, ergonomic workstation equipment including chairs and electronic video magnifiers.
Once the equipment is identified the Specialist will write a report identifying the needs including cost
estimates. After the assessment is approved the Specialist will deliver the identified equipment and provide
installation along with training on the use of the identified equipment. The Specialist will also provide services
to maintain, upgrade and repair all types of assistive technology we have installed or have been provided by
others.


Qualifications and Skills
· Proven experience as computer technician, relevant certifications or a similar role related to the duties
of this position
· Above average mechanical aptitude
· Excellent troubleshooting skills
· Very good communication abilities
· Exceptional organizing and time-management skills
· Occasionally moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
· South Dakota driver’s license
· Certification as a Rehabilitation Technician within 5 years of hire
· Successfully pass a criminal background check

This job description is subject to change at any time.

 

 

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Mike Klimisch
The Falls Chapter
NFB of Sioux Falls, SD
fallsnfb at gmail.com

phone 605 339-9207

Cell 605 929-0649

 

Falls chapter meeting place: (Usual)

1st Saturday of the month at 10 a.m.

Caille Library

4100 S. Carnegie Circle

Sioux Falls, SD  57105

Library phone (605) 367-8144

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