Human Resources Department
Employment Center, 100 Cherokee Street,
Second Floor
Marietta, GA 30090-7006
Assistive Technologies Intern (Senior Services)
Job Title / INTERNWorking Title / Assistive Technologies Intern (Senior Services)
Position Information / Cobb Senior Services is establishing an assistive technology (AT) lab on-site for the purpose of increasing awareness and access to devices and technology that will allow individuals to live more independently and age-in-place.
This is a grant position. The grant period ends on September 1st, 2017 for a maximum of 200 hours.
The position will end when the grant runs out. This position is assigned to the Cobb County Senior Services Department.
A cover letter and resume’ is required when applying for this position.
Salary / $10 per hour
Grade Code / 1P
Position Number / 8204032
Essential Duties / The Assistive Technology intern will assist the set up and installation of the AT at the lab
Provide demonstrations of AT in the lab.
Provide education about AT in the community,
Assist with data collection to evaluate project effectiveness.
Interacts with older adults and community groups on behalf of Cobb County Senior Services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
FLSA Status / Non-Exempt
Hours worked per week (include over time) / TBD
Department Code / 030
Department Name / Cobb Senior Services
Unit Code / 0061
Unit Name / GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
Position Type / Grant Funded
Internal or External / External-Open to Public
Minimum Qualifications / Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student or graduated within the last six months.
Public speaking and computer skills are required.
A resume’ and cover letter is required when applying for this position.
Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications / Knowledge/experience of assistive technology devices, durable medical equipment, and/or training in occupational science, occupational therapy, clinical rehabilitation counseling or similar field. A currently enrolled or recent graduate of an occupational science program, occupational therapy, OR occupational therapy assistant program, clinical rehabilitation counseling program, or similar program is strongly preferred.
Posting Number / 00801 (TR)
Posting Date / 03/28/2017
Closing Date / 04/29/2017
Open Until Filled / Yes
EEO Statement / Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer.
Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Employment Notice / Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you require accommodation to apply for a position. If you need assistance, please contact us at 770-528-2541
Cobb County Government is a smoke-free environment for all employees.
Cobb County Government is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing.
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