Easterseals Massachusetts
Assistive Technology Specialist
Easterseals Massachusetts, Haverhill, Massachusetts, us, 01832
Easterseals Massachusetts is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play. If you’re passionate about making a real difference, we’d love to have you on our team! Apply today and start making a lasting impact!
Entry level AT Specialist to provide itinerant evaluation, training, and technical support services related to the use of assistive technology in the community to adult persons with varied disabilities. This position will be based out of the North Shore MA region — covering Haverhill, Gloucester & Lawrence.
Base pay range $28.00/hr - $31.00/hr
Essential Functions
Perform evaluation of client’s needs for adaptive technology.
Provide training related to computer technology and adaptive equipment to individual clients and/or caregivers.
Coordinate equipment requisitions with clients, funding agencies and other interested parties, and provide installation of equipment as needed.
Provide training to clients and contracting agencies regarding assistive technology both remotely and in person at various locations based upon client’s needs and preference.
Conduct professional education programs.
Maintain appropriate documentation based on professional practice, regulatory requirements, Easterseals policies and procedures, contracting agency requirements and third‑party payer guidelines.
Achieve established productivity standards based on job assignment.
Submit paperwork and billing requirements in a timely manner in accordance with agency standards and with strict adherence to deadlines.
Follow Easterseals policies and procedures.
Follow policies and procedures of contracting agency.
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as‑needed basis.
Actively participate in team meetings.
Resolve routine administrative problems.
Qualifications
2 years of related experience or Bachelor’s degree related to AT.
Strong computer experience.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Previous work with persons with disabilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of disability‑related issues preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
MA CORI check, national background check, and professional references check.
Ability to provide a recent physical indicating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, proof of negative TB test, and required immunizations (including fully vaccinated status for Covid‑19).
Required Skills
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Excellent time‑management skills to prioritize responsibilities, meet established deadlines, and ensure efficient completion of work assignments.
Ability to travel to/between multiple work locations.
Ability to work independently.
Work Schedule
Full Time at Easterseals is 35 hours per week.
Work schedule flexibility to accommodate client/contracting agency needs may be required, with occasional opportunity to work 40 weekly hours.
Working in person with clients is required; the environment will differ depending on client location/preference.
Occasional flexibility in work hours required including nights or weekends to accommodate client, contracting agency, and special events.
Occasional office setting, utilizing cubicle space.
Physical Demands
Frequent communication in person, via phone and through e‑mail.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending.
Transport and deliver equipment.Frequent lifting of 25 lbs.
Maximum lifting of 50 lbs.
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity At Easterseals MA, we champion diversity, inclusion, and equity to foster an environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We welcome a broad spectrum of individuals. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to dismantle barriers that hinder individuals from reaching their full potential.
We actively engage with our staff, volunteers, partners, and the broader community to promote understanding, empathy, and collaboration. Collectively, we are changing the way the world defines and views disability, making profound and positive differences in people’s lives every day.
Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives by ensuring all feel welcome and valued.
Equal Employment Opportunity Easterseals Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Entry level AT Specialist to provide itinerant evaluation, training, and technical support services related to the use of assistive technology in the community to adult persons with varied disabilities. This position will be based out of the North Shore MA region — covering Haverhill, Gloucester & Lawrence.
Base pay range $28.00/hr - $31.00/hr
Essential Functions
Perform evaluation of client’s needs for adaptive technology.
Provide training related to computer technology and adaptive equipment to individual clients and/or caregivers.
Coordinate equipment requisitions with clients, funding agencies and other interested parties, and provide installation of equipment as needed.
Provide training to clients and contracting agencies regarding assistive technology both remotely and in person at various locations based upon client’s needs and preference.
Conduct professional education programs.
Maintain appropriate documentation based on professional practice, regulatory requirements, Easterseals policies and procedures, contracting agency requirements and third‑party payer guidelines.
Achieve established productivity standards based on job assignment.
Submit paperwork and billing requirements in a timely manner in accordance with agency standards and with strict adherence to deadlines.
Follow Easterseals policies and procedures.
Follow policies and procedures of contracting agency.
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as‑needed basis.
Actively participate in team meetings.
Resolve routine administrative problems.
Qualifications
2 years of related experience or Bachelor’s degree related to AT.
Strong computer experience.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Previous work with persons with disabilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of disability‑related issues preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
MA CORI check, national background check, and professional references check.
Ability to provide a recent physical indicating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, proof of negative TB test, and required immunizations (including fully vaccinated status for Covid‑19).
Required Skills
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Excellent time‑management skills to prioritize responsibilities, meet established deadlines, and ensure efficient completion of work assignments.
Ability to travel to/between multiple work locations.
Ability to work independently.
Work Schedule
Full Time at Easterseals is 35 hours per week.
Work schedule flexibility to accommodate client/contracting agency needs may be required, with occasional opportunity to work 40 weekly hours.
Working in person with clients is required; the environment will differ depending on client location/preference.
Occasional flexibility in work hours required including nights or weekends to accommodate client, contracting agency, and special events.
Occasional office setting, utilizing cubicle space.
Physical Demands
Frequent communication in person, via phone and through e‑mail.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending.
Transport and deliver equipment.Frequent lifting of 25 lbs.
Maximum lifting of 50 lbs.
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity At Easterseals MA, we champion diversity, inclusion, and equity to foster an environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We welcome a broad spectrum of individuals. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to dismantle barriers that hinder individuals from reaching their full potential.
We actively engage with our staff, volunteers, partners, and the broader community to promote understanding, empathy, and collaboration. Collectively, we are changing the way the world defines and views disability, making profound and positive differences in people’s lives every day.
Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives by ensuring all feel welcome and valued.
Equal Employment Opportunity Easterseals Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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