Temporary Program Assistive Technology Specialist 2 Job at VIABILITY, INC, Bloomfield, CT

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  • VIABILITY, INC
  • Bloomfield, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

“Looking for an opportunity to build an Assistive Tech and Virtual Reality program?”

“This position will join a collaborative multidisciplinary team to provide services that are aligned with the mission of Viability implementing best practices in Assistive Tech and VR.”

**$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successful completion of first 90 days)**

Position: Temporary Program Assistive Technology Specialist 2 (Position Ends October 2026)

Location: Bloomfield, CT with some travel to Ledyard, CT

Hours: 37.5 Hours per week; Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm or 9:00am-4:30pm

Hourly Rate: $24.76 Per hour

Summary:

  • As the Assistive Technology Specialist, you will conduct AT services to identify technology supports that appropriately align with an individual’s unique abilities, preferences, environmental contexts, and barriers. Responsibilities include collaborating with Viability programs; In Home Supports, Day, Employment, and Residential program, staff along with related professionals, to provide comprehensive AT solutions and services.

Responsibilities:

  • Stay current for applications in their area of practice to support the AT decision-making process.
  • Exhibit innovation for adapting and modifying assistive technology tools and programs.
  • Reviews, utilizes, manages, and troubleshoots technology solutions across the continuum of AT.
  • Has awareness around and is prepared to utilize smart home, remote support, and augmentative, alternative communication technologies.
  • Virtual Reality
    1. Obtain full understanding of all VR software applications.
    2. Work with assigned Program VR staff to assist in training other program staff to enable them to utilize equipment with participants, on hardware, software and troubleshooting techniques.
    3. Keep current with technology trends.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor of the Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field with at least 1 year of IT experience; or associate degree in relevant field and at least 2 years of IT experience.
  • Must possess a RESNA ATP Certification, or Assistive Technology Certification from a reputable program.
  • Ability to interact well with varying ages and cultures, excellent technical writing, time management, verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Must be willing to perform occasional job-related travel.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 23 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”

Full-time Viability staff members are eligible for the following:

  • Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans.
  • Dependent care flexible spending account.
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings account.
  • Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch.
  • Company paid Long-term Disability insurance.
  • Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only)
  • Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.

Benefits & Perks for all Viability staff members:

  • Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment.
  • Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • 11 Paid Holidays a year.
  • Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform.
  • Referral Incentive bonus. For every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each successfully hired candidate!
  • Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges.
  • Work-life balance.

Who We Are

Our team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.

Our Mission

Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access.

Our Vision

Be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together.

To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Full time, Remote work, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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