Family Support Specialist for Blindness and Visual Impairment (BVI) - PaTTAN
$57,013–$57,013 year
On-sitePattan, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Job Summary
Provide technical assistance and training related to blindness and visual impairment as part of the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network. Assist and provide leadership in communication with families and educators to improve services for students who are blind or visually impaired. Design and develop family engagement training materials and resources in collaboration with educational consultants. Deliver professional development to families and educational professionals while working collaboratively with statewide family organizations. Analyze services to make recommendations for improved effectiveness and provide confidential guidance to families and Local Education Agencies regarding procedural safeguards. Participate in regional, statewide meetings, conferences, and institutes as a full member of the PaTTAN training and technical support team. This role guides the work of the PaTTAN Schools Engaging Families and Blindness/Visual Impairment initiatives and federally grant-funded statewide family network.
Required Qualifications
- Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI
- 1-3 years of experience in any specialized area required as part of the job functions preferred (training and support will be available)
- Associates/BS Degree in general field preferred
- Professional approach to their work that includes very strong customer service skills
- Strong Technology skills, including extensive use of Microsoft applications as well as MCIU software
- Specialized skills in area to be able to work autonomously as proven through work experience
- Customer service with staff, students and families
- Familiarity and ability to use various technology and database systems
- Ability to multi-task with attention to detail
- Necessary to be flexible and adaptable to various interruptions
- Problem-solving ability and experience de-escalating contentious situations with students and families
Desired Qualifications
- Personal and/or family experience navigating educational programming for individuals with blindness or visual impairments strongly preferred
- Lived experience with blindness or low vision, including individuals who are blind or have low vision themselves, or those with close personal experience (e.g., family member or caregiver)
- Demonstrated understanding of the impact of vision loss on individuals and families
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