Assistive Technology Specialist

1 month ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistive Technology Specialist to join our team at Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, recommending, and demonstrating assistive technology solutions for individuals with vision loss.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess individuals with sight loss to identify their personal needs and requirements for assistive technology solutions.
  • Write comprehensive assessment reports and make recommendations on assistive technology and training solutions.
  • Assist individuals with implementing assistive technology recommendations, including acquisition, setup, and configuration of assistive devices.
  • Deliver public speaking seminars and workshops on assistive technology and related topics to community agencies and groups.
  • Demonstrate assistive technology options and solutions to internal and external audiences.
  • Conduct assessments and contribute to reports relating to workplace accommodation for individuals with sight loss.
Requirements
  • Knowledge and experience working with individuals of all ages with sight loss.
  • Basic understanding of the principles of low vision and the impact of visual demands when transferred to electronic visual displays.
  • General understanding of other disabilities and all life stages (children to seniors) and how this affects assistive technology selection and instruction.
  • Well-developed interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Decision-making and problem-solving ability.
  • Mature and professional attitude.
  • Self-directed, organized, and detail-oriented.
  • Demonstrated client-centered approach and commitment.
  • Working confidentially in a technology-intensive operation environment.
Education and Experience
  • College diploma or university degree in technology.
  • Courses or certificate in teaching and training.
  • Graduate of training courses designed or delivered by VLRC or an external provider on behalf of VLRC.
  • Extensive knowledge of blindness and low vision assistive technology.
  • Good command of relevant computer applications.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Work Environment

The successful candidate will be required to work in VLRC centers, individual homes, and/or the community. A willingness to work flexible hours and travel overnight is also required.

Benefits

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada offers a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidate.



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