[NFBP-Talk] Fwd: [blind-philly-comp] Employment Opportunity: Assistive Technology Specialist: Kencrest: Blue Bell, PA

[Jan Lattuca]

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From: David Goldfield <david.goldfield at outlook.com>
Date: Wed, 8 Feb 2023 02:15:30 +0000
Subject: [blind-philly-comp] Employment Opportunity: Assistive
Technology Specialist: Kencrest: Blue Bell, PA
To: "blind-philly-comp at groups.io" <blind-philly-comp at groups.io>

Original Source<https://us63.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/kencrest/Site/KenCrestJobsPage/Posting/View/4893?source=Indeed>

Assistive Technology Specialist
Blue Bell, PA, USA ● Philadelphia, PA, USA Req #2733
 Monday, February 6, 2023

KenCrest - A Premier Employer
Do you have a special skill and passion for supporting people?

Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone?

Join the KenCrest team to fulfill your "WHY" and enjoy a generous
benefits package! We offer eligible employees:

  *   Medical/Dental
  *   Life/AD&D
  *   Disability
  *   403b Retirement Plan
  *   Employee Assistance Plan
  *   Tuition Reimbursement
  *   Paid Time Off

Please see the KenCrest website for additional details.

Our Assistive Technology Specialist serves as a resource in the area
of assistive technology to staff and consumers. This position is
responsible for the coordination of assessments, training,
installation, and ongoing coaching directly related to the use of
mobile supports and assistive devices.



Some Essential Functions of Position:

*         Performs all aspects of assistive technology assessments and
recommends technology solutions to support identified outcomes.

*         Coordinates the purchase and identifies the funding streams
of appropriate assistive technology equipment and materials.

*         Develops technology implementation plans and trains
consumers and staff on the integration and use of assistive
technologies.

*         Maintains data on key progress indicators for referral
management and service delivery.

*         Manages web portals supporting remote and mobile technologies.

*         Responds to requests for assistive technology technical
support and coordinates regularly with IT to troubleshoot assistive
technology issues to ensure effective daily operation of assistive
technology hardware and software.

*         Regularly reviews websites, literature and other sources of
information on assistive technology and maintains an internal database
of appropriate information.

*         Willingness to obtain and/or maintain Tech First Shift
Enabling Technology Integration Specialist Credential and RESNA
Assistive Technology Professional Certification.



This role is a mobile role with expected travel to the client homes
for meetings, assessments, installations, and trainings within the
region; travel can amount to a 70/30 split during a given week. When
not traveling role will be Work from Home or in-office if so inclined.
Standard Monday through Friday business hours, with possible on call
expectations for emergency program needs.





Qualifications:

*         Bachelor’s degree in related human services field  and at
least five (5) years of experience supporting individuals with IDD and
Autism or a Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field with 8-10 years
of experience supporting individuals with IDD and Autism.

*         A candidate holding one of the following credentials is
preferred: RESNA Assistive Technology Professional Certification,
Assistive Technology Specialist Credential, Tech First Shift Enabling
Technology Integration Specialist Credential.

*         Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.

*         Valid driver’s license.

*         Clear criminal records and child abuse check in accordance
with state requirements.

*         Experienced computer skills, including Microsoft office,
familiarity with iOS and Android operating systems, knowledge of a
range of assistive technologies including smart home technologies.


We are requiring all new team members to be fully vaccinated with a
COVID-19 vaccine*, except where a reasonable medical or religious
accommodation can be granted. Should you be offered and accept a
position with KenCrest, you will be required to provide your proof of
vaccination in the form of your CDC vaccination card as part of the
pre-employment onboarding process.

KenCrest is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or
national origin.
Other details

  *   Pay Type Hourly


  *   Employment Indicator PA- Direct Care
Apply Now<https://us63.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/kencrest/Site/KenCrestJobsPage/JobApplication?postingid=4893&source=Indeed>
[Location on Google Maps]

  *   Blue Bell, PA, USA
  *   Philadelphia, PA, USA


David Goldfield,
Blindness Assistive Technology Specialist
[JAWS Certified, 2022]<https://www.freedomscientific.com/Training/Certification>
NVDA Certified Expert<https://certification.nvaccess.org/>

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