Adaptive Technology Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community.

Since 1967, Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are DeafBlind or have a combined hearing and vision loss. HKNC is dedicated to working with each person to achieve their desired goals towards independence, employment, and quality of life, based on their talents, preferences and aspirations.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity available to join the HKNC team as an AdaptiveTechnology Supervisor at our location in Sands Point, NY. The Adaptive Technology Supervisor provides evaluation and training to consumers in assistive technology, encompassing: computer systems, software applications, keyboarding, screen magnification, braille displays, screen readers, magnification programs, telecommunication, instant messaging, e-mail, scanning and reading programs, internet skills, portable devices, and specialized software.

Pay Rate: $75k-$85k annually.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and evaluates work performance of COP team members.
• Facilitates Adaptive technology (AT) Community of Practice (COP).
• Works with team members (students and staff) to develop and implement TD learning experiences .
• Provides in-service training information to staff members and others including family members and professionals regarding adaptive technology training for DeafBlind individuals.
• Identifies individual staff development goals and provides input into agency- wide growth and training opportunities.
• Maintains the scheduling for each COP staff.
• Provides oversight for the equipment and training resources, as well as general appearance and maintenance of the work area (AT).
• Plays a significant role in supporting the agency’s goal to grow as a Learning Organization and also in supporting and engaging staff to achieve the goals of the HKNC Strategic Plan.
• Empowers staff to grow as professionals in their ability, engagement and contribution to the TD approach using an Adult learning collaborative model.
• Supervises and evaluates work performance of the AT team members.
• Contributes to the annual report for the department reflecting adaptive technology services provided within a given fiscal year. Identifies appropriate trans-disciplinary outcomes and team goals.
• Coordinates and supervises the AT Intern Program.
• Actively participates and leads when necessary new innovative Adaptive Technology projects and initiatives.
• Accompanies, serves as guide, and supports communication access for students and staff when necessary in a variety of situations and settings.

Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in Adaptive Technology, Rehabilitation Teaching, or related degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years working with individuals who are DeafBlind or blind/low vision in the area of rehabilitation teaching (Adaptive Technology).
• Two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficiency in ASL preferred;
• Knowledge of braille and other methods of communication (alternative communication methods) used by persons who are DeafBlind required, or must be developed within one year.
• Knowledge of deaf and Deafblind culture required.

POSITION BENEFITS

Full time position with benefits including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 4 week's paid vacation
• Paid Personal Days
• Paid sick time
• 11 Paid Holidays Off Annually
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 403b Program w/Employer Match
• Flexible Spending/ Healthcare Savings Accounts
• Voluntary Ancillary Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

HKS is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodation to individuals with illness, injury, or disability to complete the essential functions of their job. If you are having trouble completing the online application, please contact Human Resources.