SIL Columbia - Services for Independent Living ยท 1 month ago
Assistive Technology Specialist
1905 West Ash Street, Columbia, MO, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelServices for Independent Living (SIL) is a non-profit Center for Independent Living dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, seniors, and veterans. The Assistive Technology Specialist is responsible for supporting the Access Services Department by coordinating assistive technology programs and providing direct consumer services to promote independent living.
Health CareHome ServicesNon ProfitPersonal Development
Responsibilities
Provide direct contact and phone calls with consumers, offering information, education, referrals, and fostering relationships in the community
Conduct intake processes for new consumers, update records, and provide services as needed
Organize and schedule consumer appointments, ensuring timely coordination
Conduct demonstrations of accessibility equipment to assist in the selection of devices that work best for individuals (training provided)
Manage equipment requests from the DME Reuse Program, cleaning, ensuring availability, tagging, and appropriate distribution
Distribute equipment to consumers or their representatives on-site or off-site using the company vehicle. Accept community donations of durable medical equipment (on and off -site) and provide donors with charitable donation forms
Schedule and coordinate appointments to go over Golden Technologies products and complete paperwork and documentation for sales
Provide excellent customer service by being helpful, courteous, and responsive to requests for information or assistance
Accurately document case notes, maintain case files and perform follow-up activities in compliance with program regulations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure prompt and accurate responses to consumer service requests
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license, and less than 3 points on driver's record
Preferred
Associate degree or higher is preferred in a health-related field
Experience working with people with disabilities and an understanding of the independent living philosophy is preferred
A healthcare background is preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Part-time position
Company
SIL Columbia - Services for Independent Living
Services for Independent Living (SIL) is a non-profit Center for Independent Living that promotes independence for persons with disabilities by following the Independent Living Philosophy.
Founded in 1980
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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