Assistive Technologist

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

EMPLOY INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD

Job Classification Title

Assistive Technologist (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC09

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Assistive Technologist is responsible for providing technical support and consultation related to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities professionals and community partners. This position plays a key role in helping consumers families schools employers and agencies identify and access technology solutions that promote independence accessibility and inclusion. This role includes demonstrating devices managing device loans delivering training conducting assessments facilitating train-the-trainer sessions and offering technical assistance and consultative services. Services may be offered on both a complimentary and fee-based basis. The position also involves overseeing the equipment loan program. This position is based in Wilmington (New Hanover County) and provides direct service delivery across Wilmington and surrounding counties. The Assistive Technologist collaborates closely with North Carolina Assistive Technology Program(NCATP) staff statewide as well as Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) counselors and Wilmington office staff to provide comprehensive assistive technology services across 17 counties in Eastern counties.

Duties include (not limited to):

Providing assistive technology technical assistance and support
Managing and staffing the Assistive Technology Center
Planning and delivering assistive technology trainings consultations and assessments
Coordinating public awareness and outreach services
Provide assistive technology device demonstrations and manage the assistive technology lending library.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39671 - $69426

Recruitment Range: $39671 - $60248

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Broad knowledge of assistive technology including devices services and resources that support individuals with disabilities and/or medical limitations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders including individuals programs and agencies communicating effectively orally and in writing with people with disabilities families staff and other professionals.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems develop and implement effective planning strategies and provide technical assistance across a variety of settings.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism and service quality.

This position is 100% federally funded.

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)

EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide.

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
• Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trustwill besubject to a criminal background check.
• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Credit Verification

  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

  Veterans and National Guard Preference

  • Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
  • Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

  ADA Accommodations

  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

  CONTACT INFORMATION:

  If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

  Minimum Education and Experience

  Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

  Bachelors degree in any field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience working with assistive technology that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  EEO Statement

  The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

  Recruiter:

  Edward Raube

  Email: