Personnel Assistance Visual Assistance Guide (PAS8)ProSidian Seeks a Personnel Assistance Visual Assistance Guide (PAS8) (Key Personnel | Program Manager - Non-Exempt 874-1 Consultant) located: CONUS to provide Energy/Power Sector related Management And Operations Solutions for Personal Assistant Services (PAS) on behalf of US Department of Energy (DOE). These services are considered part of The ProSidian Energy, Infrastructure, And Environment Sector Group with overall focus being Energy, Infrastructure, And Environment (EIE) Sector Group: Tailored Solutions To Meet Global Needs And Manage Resources across Energy, Infrastructure, And Environment In A Changing Environment. for clients such as The Department of Energy (DOE).JOB OVERVIEWWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Visual Assistance Guide. As a Visual Assistance Guide, you will play a crucial role in providing support to employees with targeted disabilities within the Department of Energy (DOE). Your responsibilities will include assisting individuals with activities of daily living, offering sighted guidance, and ensuring their comfort and independence in the workplace.
This role is pivotal in promoting inclusivity and enabling employees to excel in their roles while maintaining their well-being.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESProvide verbal descriptions using words to represent the visual world.Providing support to employees with targeted disabilities in performing activities of daily livingAssisting with tasks related to personal careAccompanying employees to navigate the facility, assisting with the use of assistive technology software, and providing sighted guidance to blind and low vision individuals.Reading aloud technical and non-technical documents, both virtually and in person, to individuals with visual impairments.Orienting and guiding employees with disabilities during work-related travel and within the workplace environment.Collaborating with other team members to ensure the provision of high-quality assistance to employees.QualificationsDesired Qualifications For Visual Assistance Guide (PAS8) | Key Personnel | Program Manager - Non-Exempt 874-1 Consultant Candidates:At least two years of related professional work experience working with people with disabilities, or a combination of experience and relevant credentials.Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Proficiency in using assistive technology software applications, including ZoomText, JAWS, Kurzweil, and Dragon Naturally Speaking.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read aloud technical and non-technical documents effectively.Cultural sensitivity and experience in working with individuals with disabilities.Physical ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, perform bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching movements, and assist with the service animal.Professional judgment in maintaining confidentiality and professionalism while interacting with employees and colleagues.Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom.Skills / Abilities / Education / Experience Requirements / QualificationsEEO STATEMENT: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities spanning various disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build, and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.FULLTIME-REGULAR VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e., H-1B or TN Visas for this positionBACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TESTING INFORMATION: ProSidian reserves the right to require background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, ProSidian may conduct drug testing for designated positions.REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIESAt least two years of experience working with people with disabilities in a professional environment (e.g., academic, government, medical).Familiarity with various DOE software applications and assistive technology.Experience guiding individuals who are blind or have low vision.Completion of DOE required training for Contractors.Period of Performance: One year, with four one-year options.Place of Performance: DOE-wide, determined by employee location (teleworking, remote work sites).Scheduling: Flexibility to provide services during DOE work hours and travel, including short notice and emergencies.Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly reports detailing services provided, hours, costs, and other relevant information.Security Clearance: Must meet criteria to access DOE facilities and complete required security and privacy awareness training.Confidentiality and Privacy: Maintain confidentiality of all interactions and materials; protect private and confidential information.Cancellations/Additional Pricing: Handle cancellations, additional pricing, and lodging accommodations as required.Reader Services and Sighted Guides: Provide reader services and sighted guidance when needed.Hours of Work: Schedule PAS between 8:00 a.m.
and 4:30 p.m., with flexibility.Standard Qualifications: Additional qualifications include proficiency with assistive technology software applications, strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and more.Skills RequiredThe role will operate under the DOE's security clearance requirements.Successful completion of requisite Security and Privacy Awareness Training is mandatory.This is a one-year contract with the possibility of four additional one-year options.PAS services will be provided between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and may extend from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays.Reporting of services, cancellations, and other performance metrics is required on a monthly and quarterly basis.Competencies RequiredU.S.
Citizenship Required - You must be a United States CitizenExcellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)Other DetailsWork products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.Core CompetenciesTeamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leaderLeadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiativesBusiness Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and peopleCommunication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writingMotivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutionsAgility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streamsJudgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramificationsOrganization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasksOther RequirementsBusiness Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectorsCuriosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well togetherHumility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a differenceWillingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroomBenefits and HighlightsAt ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits