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-Assesses individuals with vision loss and helps them identify their personal needs and requirements as it relates to assistive technology solutions.
-In consultation with the individual, makes recommendations on assistive technology and training solutions to meet their unique needs including hardware (computers, smart phones, tablets, navigation systems and other similar technology), software (screen readers, magnification settings, Optical Character Recognition software), and apps for smartphones and tablet devices.
-Assists individuals with a plan for the implementation of the assistive technology recommendations, including acquisition, setup and configuration of the assistive device and makes training referrals, as appropriate.
-Performs administrative duties, including but not limited to, service tracking, benchmarking, report writing, government contracts, etc.
-Delivers public speaking seminars and workshops on assistive technology and related topics to community agencies/groups and others. -Demonstrates assistive technology options and solutions to both internal and external audiences.
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Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not applicable
Additional Skills
- Prepare reports
Specific Skills
- Provide consultative services to government, business and other organizations
- Develop course content
- Provide assistance to students with special needs
Work Setting
- Community agency
Teaching Format
- Tutor/one-on-one instruction
Work Location Information
- Work in employer's/client's home
- Urban area
- Various locations
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
Area of Instruction
- Information technology
Teaching Audience
- Adult
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