Details
Posted: 22-Dec-21
Location: Menomonie, Wisconsin
Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on experience
Categories:
Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP)
Rehabilitation Technologist (RTS)
Vocational Rehabilitation
Seeking an assistive technology consultant with a career goal to provide high-quality job and educational accommodations to people with disabilities.
The work is primarily with state vocational rehabilitation agencies. The ideal candidate for this position will be enthusiastic, collaborative, and have a passion for assistive technology. I love my job and I hope to share my experience with the right person. This person could be a recent graduate or someone already in the field looking for a position change.
Responsibilities
- Assess consumers’ work or school environment
- Research and provide assistive technology solutions
- Develop price quotes for assistive technology devices
- Document findings for agencies
- Install and train on assistive technology devices
Benefits
- The joy of having a fun and meaningful job. It has been for me for over 30 years.
- Real-world experience of running a small business
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with a seasoned professional
- Flexible schedule
More About the Job
The primary service area is northern Wisconsin and the Minneapolis/St Paul metro area. I am a RESNA Fellow and received the RESNA Mentorship Award for mentoring people in the field. I have over thirty years of experience in the field, and I hope to transfer my knowledge to the right person. The ideal candidate is someone who is interested in growing into a partner as I transition to a lower caseload. I am currently based in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a small college town one hour east of the twin cities of Minneapolis/St Paul. The applicant could realistically live in any city in northwest Wisconsin for this position. Check out my website at www.paulschwartzatconsulting.com
If you are interested in this great opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to me at paul@paulschwartzatconsulting.com
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, rehabilitation science, or related field
- ATP or ability to sit for ATP within one year
- Enthusiasm for the field of assistive technology
- Knowledge of ergonomics and computer access for people with disabilities
- Respect and empathy for the people you serve
- The ability to drive, carry equipment, and enter non-ADA compliant homes
