What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistive Technology Professional position at The Lighthouse for The Blind in New Orleans?
Description
Now Hiring: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP)
Pathways to Success Program | Lighthouse
Location: New Orleans, LA (Southeast Louisiana travel required)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (40 hours/week; occasional evenings/weekends)
About the Role
The Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) is a key member of Lighthouse’s Pathways to Success team, responsible for creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities through the innovative and strategic use of technology. This role blends program development, assessment, training, and collaboration to identify and implement assistive technology solutions that reduce barriers in workplace, educational, and community settings.
The ideal candidate is a mission-driven problem solver and educator with strong technical expertise and a passion for accessibility. This professional brings formal training in assistive technology, hands-on instructional experience, and the ability to translate complex tools into practical solutions that empower individuals to achieve independence and career success.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, evaluate, and implement emerging assistive technology solutions to support employment outcomes
- Develop and manage a technology program aligned with the goals of the Pathways to Success project
- Conduct assessments, establish measurable goals, and collect pre-/post-data to track progress
- Provide individualized and group technology training to ensure independent use
- Collaborate with Workforce Development staff and employers to integrate technology into work environments
- Support Lighthouse employees through adaptive skills training and career advancement tools
- Design and deliver workshops and professional training sessions
- Maintain technology inventories and ensure devices and software remain current
- Advocate for inclusive employment practices among staff, employers, and community partners
- Supervise interns as assigned and maintain organized, accessible training spaces
- Perform other duties as assigned
Why Join Lighthouse?
- Mission-driven work with measurable community impact
- Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture
- Opportunity to shape innovative employment pathways through technology
- Competitive salary and professional growth opportunities
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Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, rehabilitation science, occupational therapy, or a related field
- Completion of, current enrollment in, or willingness to obtain a recognized assistive technology certification, such as:
- CSUN Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program (ATACP)
- RESNA Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification
- Minimum of 350 hours of experience instructing people with disabilities in the use of assistive and emerging technology
- Expert knowledge of assistive hardware and software that support employability
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office, Apple and Android platforms, apps, and accessibility features
- Strong troubleshooting, assessment, documentation, and professional report-writing skills
- Excellent teaching, communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills
- Ability to travel throughout Southeast Louisiana
- Successful completion of background check, drug screening and clear driving record
- Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. May require occasional overtime and some evening and weekend work under extraordinary circumstances.
- Background Check and Drug Testing Required: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results
This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The incumbent in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operation of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor.