Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Telecommunications & Hearing Access

$41.25k - $55k

Full-time

Temple University

Temple University's College of Education - Institute on Disabilities Department is searching for an Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Telecommunications & Hearing Access
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Grade: T25 Salary Range: $41,250 - $55,000
Learn more about the "T" salary structure here:
Position Summary:
The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University ( disabilities.temple.edu ) serves as Pennsylvania's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and administers TechOWL - the Commonwealth's Assistive Technology Act Program. TechOWL ( techowlpa.org ) improves access to assistive technology, digital accessibility, and inclusive participation across education, employment, healthcare, and community living.
The Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Telecommunications & Hearing Access provides direct assistive technology services, communication access support, training, and outreach to individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or have communication-related access needs (including low vision), as well as to family members, service providers, and community partners across Pennsylvania. The position supports people in identifying, acquiring, and effectively using telecommunications and related assistive technology to increase independence, safety, and participation in home, school, work, and community environments.
This role functions as an assistive technology practitioner with specialty expertise in hearing and communication access technologies and serves as Consumer Educator for Pennsylvania's Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP). The specialist conducts device demonstrations and individualized instruction; collaborates with consumers to identify solutions and with interdisciplinary teams and service systems. The position also contributes to statewide initiatives including emergency preparedness, health equity, and accessible communication.
The specialist also participates in Assistive Technology Act activities including device demonstration, device reuse, community outreach, and consumer education. Responsibilities include documentation and outcomes reporting, procedure development, grant-funded program implementation, and staffing the TechOWL Community Space. The role combines hands-on service delivery, education, and systems-level accessibility work.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation, assistive technology, disability studies, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, audiology, human services, accessibility, or related field and three (3) years of relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred :
• Certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) or eligible
• Experience supporting Deaf or hard of hearing individuals
• Experience supporting people with low vision and blindness
• Knowledge of communication access technologies
• Lived experience with disability or close connection to the disability community
Required Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of assistive technology and communication access solutions
• Understanding of disability culture and person-centered practices
• Ability to collaborate with consumers to identify areas of functional need and potential solutions
• Strong training and presentation skills for diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
• Effective written documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in community environments
Required Background Checks & Clearances:
PA Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Fingerprint Background Check
PA State Police Criminal Background Check
Cash Handling
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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