Position Summary
Responsible for providing support to the iTECH team by providing assistive technology and AAC services to the community through information and referral, direct service and trainings. Has expertise in low-high tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).  Supports AT coordinator in the activities of the AT department.  Provides tours to visitors and assists as needed in serving families of the agency at large.  Reports to Assistive Technology Department Coordinator.
 
 
Major Responsibilities:

•    Work directly with children and adults with disabilities, their families and/or professionals during “Techsploration” appointments in the iTECH Center, exploring a variety of AAC tools and strategies to address communication and language needs
•    Provide resources, information and referral via phone or email inquiries to families and professionals in the areas of speech/language, communication and AAC devices
•    Develop and present PowerPoint trainings on topics related to AAC use to parents and professionals
•    Provide consultative services to schools or other agencies, if indicated
•    Provide written summary of Techsploration or consultative service, if indicated
•    Create materials and maintain the AAC module organized and current
•    Network with local AAC vendors
•    Document contacts and other information in agency database
•    Other duties as required

Qualifications:
•    Master's degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology
•    Experience in AAC devices (low-to high tech), services and assessment
•    Ability to work effectively with all ages and disabilities
•    Ability to work independently and as team member
•    Effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (both written & verbal)
•    Ability to travel within Bay Area for consultative services, if indicated
•    Experience in working with families and children with disabilities
•    Some Saturdays or evening work may be required.

Contact: Janet Nunez at Parents Helping Parents (408/727-5775 ext. 173) or email janet@php.com by October 5th,  for more information.