Conducts, on behalf of consumers of the Commission for the Blind, job site assessments that require PC/MAC/Mobile and Smart Device adaptations. These include PC/MAC/ Mobile and Smart Device’s interfacing with local and wide area networks, utilizing a variety of operating systems. Performs adaptive hardware and software installations utilizing a variety of adaptive hardware and software. These will include, but not be limited to, speech synthesis systems, screen magnification software, Braille printers and displays, and optical character recognition systems. Based on analysis, appropriate assistive technology and training will be provided to the consumer and when appropriate to employer supervisory staff in the operation and maintenance of job modifications or devices and software. Provides training to clients in mainstream software applications. Provides, when necessary telephone support to clients and their employers in the utilization and maintenance of adaptive devices or software. Reports in writing on client and job surveys or installations and trainings. Performs related duties such as making entries into performance logs, meeting with Supervisor to discuss progress, goals and practices. Ability to respond to consumer needs in a timely fashion. Flexibility and a quick turnaround will be needed for rare emergency situations.
