West Virginia University Looking for Assistive Technology Assistant (MT) – Center for Excellence in Disabilities Full Time

Description 

West Virginia University Health Science Center is currently accepting applications a Temporary Assistive Technology Assistant for the Center for Excellence in Disabilities

About the Opportunity

The purpose of this position is to assist WVATS program staff with assistive technology promotion, demonstrations, trainings, and information referral to consumers, families, and service providers. 

What you’ll do:

• Create video content for social media accounts and presentations to promote assistive technology devices, services, and accessibility.
• Conduct research for materials development and promotion activities and create outreach materials (brochures/flyers/fact sheets). 
• Update the West Virginia Assistive Technology System (WVATS) Program resource guides.
• Compile and keep current resource information on products, directions for use, maintenance and funding sources for such products/devices.
• Prepare device displays and brochures in lab for tours.
• Assist in assessing working condition of devices prior to loans and upon return.
• Assist WVATS staff with demonstrations of a wide variety of assistive technology devices and services that address the needs of people with all types of disabilities; be able to explain their use in the context of everyday living, recreation/leisure, education, employment, etc.
• Assist WVATS staff in training and technical assistance to program subcontractors, service providers, consumers, agency personnel and related groups regarding disabilities and assistive technology devices and services.
• Respond to requests for information and/or appropriate referral to other agencies or businesses.
• Provides productivity and program reports to the Center’s Data Specialist and Program Coordinator, WVATS. 

Length of Assignment:  Approximately 8.5 months

Pay Grade:  12

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in related fields or related or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Six (6) months experience working with individuals with varying disabilities.
• Six (6) months experience working with current assistive technology software and devices.
• Proficiency in using specialized hardware, software, peripherals and electronic communication systems.
• Proficiency in creating social media content. 
• Strong oral and writing skills with emphasized attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations and small groups of consumers and professionals. 
• Ability to rapidly learn academic, administrative and organizational policies and procedures within the affected work area and to interpret and apply these policies to unique work situations.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
•  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Knowledge of programs and services available to persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge of computer equipment, including proficient use of personal computers and software applications.
• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act and other laws pertaining to disability and assistive technologies.

About WVU

Why WVU? 

*     At West Virginia University, we pride ourselves on a tireless endeavor for achievement. We are home to some of the most passionate, innovative minds in the country who push their limits for the sake of progress, constantly moving the world forward. Our students, faculty and staff make this institution one of the best out there, and we are proud to stand as one voice, one university, one WVU. Find out more about your opportunities as a Mountaineer at https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/. 

*     West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.