[NFBP-Talk] Fwd: [blind-philly-comp] Employment Opportunity: Access Technology Specialist; Visioncorps; Lancaster, PA

[Jan Lattuca]

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From: David Goldfield <david.goldfield at outlook.com>
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:43:16 -0400
Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Employment Opportunity: Access Technology
Specialist; Visioncorps; Lancaster, PA
To: Philadelphia Computer Users Group for the Blind and Visually
Impaired <blind-philly-comp at groups.io>


  Access Technology Specialist

VisionCorps
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Job Type
Full-time
Qualifications

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        Bachelor's (Preferred)

Full Job Description

VisionCorps, a values driven organization, has an exciting employment
opportunity for a full time Access Technology Specialist in our
Lancaster or York facility.

*Job Responsibilities:*

  * Primarily provides assessment, recommendations, and instruction to
    agency clients/employees on computer access including screen access
    and magnification software/hardware, video magnifiers, OCR, phones,
    tablets, refreshable Braille devices, adaptive equipment, smart
    glasses, and other viable technology.
  * Provides training to employees who are vision impaired on agency
    computer platforms (Excel, Business Central, SAS etc.) to increase
    work efficiency bridging technology with current job functions when
    needed.
  * Provide technical assistance, product support, and sometimes
    installation assistance to clients using mainstream software and
    accessible devices.
  * Serves as consultant and advisor for issues of compliance and
    accessibility related to technology for the agency.
  * Leads and facilitates technology focused client related educational
    groups and writes technology informational articles for website,
    blogs and newsletter as needed.
  * Helps to manage inventory and maintenance of technology devices
    within the department.
  * Helps to make contacts and secure contracts with vendors in the field.
  * Provides public education and advocacy on blindness issues in all
    aspects of VisionCorps services.
  * Keep up to date on all training and advances with access technology
  * Any other duties or special projects assigned by the supervisor.

*Position Requirements:*

  * Bachelor’s Degree preferred not required
  * CATIS certification preferred but not necessary
  * 2-3 years’ experience as an Access Technology Instructor for the
    blind or 5+ years as a user who demonstrates in-depth knowledge of
    the software products required.
  * Must have or be able to pass clearances for PA criminal history,
    child abuse and FBI fingerprinting
  * Must be able to travel independently and safely in most environments

*Working Conditions*

  * Daily travel to Chester, Lancaster, Lebanon, York and Adams Counties
  * Office environment and at client homes, work, schools and other
    community locations

*Physical Demands*

  * Must be able to carry, lift, and push equipment up to 40lbs.
  * Must be able to spend considerate amount of time standing, sitting,
    stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
  * Fine motor skills – use hands to finger, handle or feel
  * Must be able to travel safely and independently
  * Must be able to verbally communicate and hear

/We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off,
holidays, health, dental, and life insurance and more./

/We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend
opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis
regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin,
religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories
protected by applicable federal, state or local laws./

/We are an Affirmative Action participant -
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  * Dental insurance
  * Employee assistance program
  * Flexible spending account
  * Health insurance
  * Life insurance
  * Paid time off
  * Retirement plan
  * Vision insurance

Schedule:

  * Day shift
  * Monday to Friday

Education:

  * Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  * Assistive Technology: 3 years (Preferred)

Willingness To Travel:

  * 50% (Preferred)

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David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
JAWS Certified, 2019

WWW.DavidGoldfield.org



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