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N.C. Department of Information Technology · 2 days ago

Assistive Technologist(Adaptive Equipment Supervisor) - Murdoch Developmental Center

Granville County, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$40K/yr - $69K/yr

2+ years exp

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is one of the largest agencies in the state, responsible for the health and well-being of North Carolinians. The Assistive Technologist position involves providing engineering, supervisory, and administrative services to support adaptive equipment design and application for individuals with disabilities.

Information Technology & Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Provide engineering, supervisory and administrative services necessary to support the day-to-day operation and facilities of the Adaptive Equipment Shop and technical personnel

Adaptive product design and application

Research and development of promising engineering concepts

Apply engineering principles and state-of-the-art technology to problem-solve barriers for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Design responsibilities include wheelchair design and customization, adaptive seating design or modifications, and resident safety equipment as related to customized helmets, protective garments and environmental protections

Supervisory activities may include scheduling, purchasing, training, safety reviews, performance reviews, equipment reviews, etc

Additional administrative duties may include collaboration with the campus engineer, technical personnel, design systems and documentation, materials and acquisition management and various project management activities

Project collaboration with other professional departments and staff such as Medical, Psychology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Direct Care

Qualification

Adaptive technology knowledgeIndustrial machinery experienceSupervisory experienceAssistive product designIntellectual disabilities experienceInterpersonal communicationTeam collaborationProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in any field from an appropriately accredited institution

Two years of experience working with assistive technology that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Skill in the use of hand and power tools due to the fine tolerances needed for adaptive and special protective device fabrication and modification

Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills to collaborate within a team concept from product design through fabrication to meeting end user needs

Work experience in an intellectual and developmental disabilities setting

Documented supervisory/managerial experience

Preferred

Documented experience using industrial machinery such as vertical mill, metal turning lathe, drill press, band saw, wire welding, plastic forming equipment and industrial sewing machinery

Basic knowledge of the science of assistive technology; working knowledge of various types of assistive technology, augmentative communication and durable medical equipment