Where It's AT – Assistive Technology Blog

Source: https://accessibe.com/blog/news/introducing-accessfind-search-engine

AccessFind is a new search engine designed to find and display only accessible websites.  This non-profit initiative was launched this past May and is powered by AccessiBe, an accessibility consultancy and developer.  Currently, the vast majority of websites are inaccessible according to WCAG standards, which has prompted multiple organizations to join AccessFind and help promote the need for accessibility improvement. Of note, the IMAGE Center of Maryland, Determined2Heal, and the Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind are some of the founding members. 

If you are interested in being listed on the search engine, or want to join as a member, you can find out more at their website: https://accessfind.com/.

Contributed by Stephen Polacek, IT Accessibility Evaluator- MDTAP

Position Description:
The Veteran Directed Care (VDC) Program Coordinator will provide oversight and coordinate program
operations of the Department’s VDC Program in collaboration with the VA Medical Center (VAMC),
Financial Management Service (FMS), and participating local Supports Planning agencies.
The VDC program provides veterans with opportunities to self-direct their long term services and
supports to continue living independently at home. Participants manage their own flexible budgets,
decide what mix of goods and services best meet their needs, and hire and supervise employees.
The Coordinator will act as the primary liaison between program partners, ensure compliance with
regulations and protocols, and oversee monthly billing and payment processes. The primary
responsibilities include:

 Day-to-day management of program operations;
 Training and technical assistance for VDC Supports Planners;
 Working with fiscal staff and FMS to track, review, and submit billing and payment information;
 Setting, revising, and disseminating program policies, as needed;
 Developing and overseeing program contracts and procurements, in collaboration with
Department staff;
 Quality assurance, monitoring, and reporting;
 Managing the expansion of the program to additional participants and service areas in
coordination with program partners; and
 Assisting with other Long Term Services Division and Department needs.
The Coordinator position is a full-time, contractual position working on-site at the Maryland
Department of Aging office, 301 W. Preston St, #1007, Baltimore MD 21201, with oversight from the
Director of Long Term Services.
Minimum Qualifications:
 Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
 Experience: Two years of program administration work.
Preferred Qualifications:
 Experience working for a home and community-based services program; Program oversight and
leadership experience; Experience in fiscal processing; Detail oriented and able to manage
multiple priorities simultaneously; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience, not to exceed $56,000 annually. Full time contractual
employees are eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents and
up to 40 hours paid leave per calendar year.

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to liz.woodward@maryland.gov by June 24, 2021.