[rehab] MN State Services for the Blind Assistive Technology Position

[Andrews, David B (DEED)]

Minnesota State Services for the Blind has an opening for a technology specialist, in our senior services unit.  This person will do some training, evaluation and setup.

https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/130cb41524d5c1a0e0623aeb853b715d/View

STATE PROG ADMIN , Blind/Senior Services
$ 17.24-$ 24.94 hourly, $ 35,997-$ 52,075 annually
Date Posted:



06/12/2014

Closing Date:



06/20/2014

Hiring Agency:



Employment & Econ Development Dept

Location:



St. Paul

Who May Apply:



Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:



14DEED000109

Employment Conditions:



Permanent, Full-time

Work Shift:



Day Shift

Days of Work:



Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM

Travel Required:



yes

Job Grouping:



General Administration

Classified Status:



Classified



What's Great About This Job:



Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving blind,visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans since 1923. It does so with a staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650 skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and a host of community partners. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading full, active and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a great state.

Job Description:



To provide adaptive and assistive technology solutions, customer training and technical support to blind and visually impaired Minnesotans in need of independent living assistance. This employee will be expected to have a developed understanding and the ability to work within the following systems:

-Applications/Programs/Software
-Operating Systems
-Personal Computers
-Personal Devices (smartphones, tablets, iPads, iPods etc.

This position also serves as a resource to Senior Services Unit (SSU) service providers, community-based agencies, partners, and other interested persons in utilizing and adapting information systems and developing assistive technology solutions for blind and visually impaired seniors and independent living consumers.

Traveling is part of the job, mostly in the 9 county metro area, but incumbent will also need to travel sometimes to other parts of the state.

Job Duties:
1. Train customers in the use of assistive technology.
2. Conduct technology assessments and make recommendations to service providers.
3. Develop partnerships with a wide variety of public and private entities in order to develop the needed resources to provide high quality service to blind and visually impaired seniors.
4. Participate as a team member with the Senior Services Unit to provide individualized adjustment and educational services to blind and visually impaired customers.
5. Participate in an overall SSU marketing strategy that will help inform Minnesotans about State Services for the Blind (SSB) services and other resources that will be applicable to blind/visually impaired seniors.
6. Provide technical assistance to customers and SSB staff.
7. Provide ongoing continuing education to Senior Services Unit staff on emerging assistive technology applications.

Minimum Qualifications:



Please review your current resume to ensure it clearly describes your education, experience and skills. Failure to provide sufficient detail may result in your resume not being considered. Please consider using the Job Specific Question Portion of Resume Builder to elaborate on your minimum and preferred qualifications.

Two years professional or para-professional experience performing assistive technology services in an organization (public or private) whose mission includes the provision of services to persons who are injured or disabled so that an understanding and sensitivity toward people with disabilities has been obtained
OR a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Education related field
OR an equivalent combination of post-secondary training, education and/or experience.

Candidates need to demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:

Computer skills demonstrating proficiency with a range of assistive technology solutions.

Ability to understand and effectively teach adult/senior learners.

Ability to write memos and case notes sufficient to provide clear and concise information.

Ability to express compassion and hope to visually impaired senior customers.

Ability to work independently and make on the spot decisions.

Ability to gather facts, analyze information/situation and recommend solutions to problems with limited scope and complexity.


Preferred Qualifications:



Experience working with persons with visual impairments.
Ability working with seniors.
Knowledge of vision issues.
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology
Experience with teaching adult learners.

Selection Process:



The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you.

Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes contact with the applicant's former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a Criminal History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.

How to Apply:



Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection process, go to <http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.

Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation should contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary arrangements can be made. To request an accommodation, email DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay 1-800-627-3529)

Contact for More Information:



Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/sue.zeches at state.mn.us.


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David Andrews | Chief Technology Officer
State Services for the Blind/Department of Employment and Economic Development
2200 University Ave. W., #240, St. Paul, MN 55114-1840
Direct:651-539-2294
http://mn.gov/deed

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