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The Assistive Technology Intern will research assistive technology (AT) solutions for clients, design and develop AT resources, provide IT and AT support when needed, and prepare and deliver presentations on AT as part of our AT team. The AT Intern will work directly with both the Regional Manager and the AT Coordinator and will be responsible for performing administrative duties such as writing reports, tracking billable hours, logging case notes, and managing files.
Neil Squire Society is an equal opportunity employer. Our mission statement focuses on the empowerment of people of disabilities. Preference will be given to a qualified person with a disability.
Research existing assistive technology (AT) and strategies as part of the AT Team.
Assist in training and supporting clients on using their technology for educational and job-related purposes.
Source AT equipment.
Promote the awareness, value, and use of AT.
Report to and maintain regular communication with the AT Coordinator including a monthly report of activities.
Demonstrate initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills in assigned responsibilities.
Perform additional duties as may be assigned.
Applicants will be self-motivated, creative, and interested in working with adults who have disabilities.
Experience in Assistive Technology, Information Technology, Telecommunications, and/or Education Technology is an asset.
the successful candidate must be:
Youth must be between the ages of 15 to 30 (inclusive).
Youth must be a Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident, or legally entitled to work in Canada.
Persons who are family members of employees of the intern host organization are not eligible.
Youth cannot collect Employment Insurance benefits during their internship.
Must have completed at least 1 course at college or university.
Computer and Technology Knowledge
- Windows
- Word processing software
- Hardware
- Device drivers
- Spreadsheet software
- Presentation software
- Office Suites
- Communication software
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Public transportation is available
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Specific Skills
- Confer with clients to identify and document requirements
Work Setting
- Educational facility
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Repetitive tasks
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
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