Assistive Technology Specialist/Occupation Therapist

Company Overview

Waypoint is a nonprofit organization with a mission to support and empower children and adults with intellectual and other disabilities to reach their fullest potential.

Position Overview

The Assistive Technology Specialist assists individuals with physical, cognitive, or sensory disabilities with improving their ability to perform daily activities and enhancing quality of life through the assessment process and the development of an individualized plan. The position requires certification or certification eligibility as an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP). The ATS suggests environmental modifications, exercises, and personalized strategies. The Occupational Therapist provides advice and training on the use of technical equipment, home and environmental modifications, remote support, and the use of assistive technology, including wearable and accessible technology.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.      Complete Comprehensive Assessments: Evaluate member needs, recommend appropriate interventions, develop personalized plans, and train users.

2.      Adapt a member’s environment to accommodate their needs and desires using a wide array of solutions and based on your model of practice.

3.      Stay up to date on the latest trends, technologies, and wearable technology.

4.      Conduct product research and assist in the purchase of equipment.

5.      Train and educate others (DSP’s, caregivers etc.) in the use of equipment, technology, and modifications necessary to implement the plan.

6.      Maintain records including tracking the progress of members and other data as directed and required for client monitoring and billing.

7.      Oversee AT caseload of new and current clients, manage departmental budget,

8.      Collaborate with designated team members and providers.

9.      Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan via assistive technology trials and make recommendations and implement changes as needed.

10.  Advocate for the rights and needs of members.

11.  Represent the agency’s remote technology center on committees and stakeholder groups as needed.

12.  Support the development of a robust technology first approach to caring for clients at Waypoint.

13.  Attend trainings and complete requirements necessary to become ATP certified.

14.  Other duties as assigned.

General Requirements

1.      Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, training skills and excellent time management and organizational skills.

2.      Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.

3.      Must be computer proficient.

4.      Must be flexible, process-oriented, and skilled in collaboration. 

5.   ATP Certified and maintain certification or willing to pursue certification.

Qualifications

·    Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certified. (preferred)

·    Master’s / Doctoral degree in a rehabilitation science field (OT, SLP, PT or rehab science)

·    Licensure in a rehabilitation science

·    Minimum of 5 years of experience in assistive technology assessment and Implementation preferred.

·  Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

·    Must hold a valid driver’s license. vehicle and pass all required background checks.

·    Must be able to climb stairs, sit and stand throughout the day and lift 50lbs.

Application Requirements

·   Resume, cover letter required and written AT assessment sample upon request.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employer Paid Short Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D

Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts