Counselor II - Assistive Technology (4769)

Job Details: Job Location: 81 Hope Ave Worcester MA - Worcester, MA, Position Type: Regular Full-Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED/HiSET, Salary Range: $65000.00 - $75000.00Salary, Job Shift: Fixed Weekday Shift (Monday to Friday), Job Category: Office Professionals & Admin Support, Counselor II – Assistive Technology Pay: $65,000-$75,000 Annually Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm Use technology to break down barriers, build independence, and create new possibilities for people with disabilities. Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Counselor II – Assistive Technology to provide specialized assistive technology services that help individuals with disabilities increase independence, communication, participation, and quality of life. Working across Foundation programs and affiliates, you’ll assess individual needs, identify innovative technology solutions, coordinate equipment access, and train staff and caregivers to successfully implement assistive technology in everyday settings. Benefits for Full-time employees:  Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution. Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.  Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution! Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships! Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework! Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills! Work-Life Balance: Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year! Vacation Cash-Out Option 3 Paid Personal Days 11 Paid Holidays  Accrued Paid Sick Time What You’ll Do Conduct individualized assistive technology screenings and assessments to identify tools and solutions that support personal goals and independence. Develop and implement assistive technology plans tailored to the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, behavioral health needs, and complex medical needs. Coordinate equipment loans, demonstrations, and access to assistive technology across program locations. Research, evaluate, and adapt technology solutions, including hardware, software, communication tools, and accessibility features. Provide training and guidance to staff on the effective use and implementation of assistive technology. Collaborate with the Assistive Technology Program Director and Learning and Development team to develop in-person and virtual training opportunities. Develop assessment tools and outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness of assistive technology interventions. Monitor equipment inventory, maintain devices, and ensure software and technology remain current. Identify barriers to implementation and develop creative solutions that support successful technology integration. Maintain accurate assessments, documentation, data analyses, and reports. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and programs across Seven Hills Foundation to promote consistent, person-centered technology supports. Stay current on emerging assistive technology innovations, products, and best practices. What You’ll Bring Extensive experience operating, configuring, adapting, and supporting assistive technology devices across Android, iPad, PC, and Apple platforms. Strong computer skills, including experience working with electronic health records (EHRs). Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience delivering staff training or professional development is highly preferred. The ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently and collaboratively. Strong assessment, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills. An understanding of human rights, self-determination, and individualized support planning. The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong organizational and documentation skills, with a commitment to protecting confidential information. Flexibility to travel between program locations and work flexible hours as needed. Why Join Seven Hills Foundation? Seven Hills Foundation is dedicated to empowering people of all abilities to live meaningful, fulfilling lives through individualized support, inclusion, and opportunities for growth. Our work spans a range of human services, with a shared commitment to respect and kindness, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and service to others. Through our Assistive Technology program, you’ll help individuals access tools and technology that can transform how they communicate, learn, participate in their communities, and manage everyday activities. Your expertise will also help build staff knowledge and confidence, expanding the use of innovative solutions throughout the organization. Join a team where technology creates possibilities, independence grows, and individuals have greater opportunities to live life on their own terms.Qualifications: Master’s or bachelor’s degree, preferably in special education, an allied health discipline, or rehabilitation science. May be substituted with a combination of assistive technology-related training and/or supervised work experience in assistive technology or related fields (including occupational therapy, speech language therapy, physical therapy, rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation engineering). Standard driver’s license – class C or class D Experience and proficiency delivering in-person assistive technology services for people with disabilities. Specific experiences include but are not limited to assessment, treatment (including site assessments, simulations and product trials), fitting/adjusting services to meet client needs, implementation and training for clients and staff, and product development involving client/staff participation. Assistive Technology Professional Certification completed or willingness to obtain required. Qualified candidates who do not hold ATP Certification will be supported to earn certification.