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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
The MacArthur Crawford Story!
Employing the Disabled is a Great Idea!
Celebrating Disability Employment Awareness Month!
Job: Computer Assistant
Who: Social Security Administration (SSA)
MacArthur Crawford is a Computer Graphics Specialist and a Computer Support Person with the Social Security Administration (SSA). Mr. Crawford has muscular dystrophy and uses a motorized wheelchair. He has very limited use of his arms. His first job entailed producing a log, keying one character at a time on a basic personal computer. In addition, he manually produced graphics. Mr. Crawford was provided one of the first voice recognition computers on the market in 1992. It incorporated a hands free telephone. He has also been provided a special scanner, disk drive, mouse, printer, and assorted software items. As technology improved, the capability was upgraded and ultimately, the entire configuration was replaced. His current job entails tracking materials using a database and making service telephone calls for software supplies when necessary. He also produces weekly status reports, charts, graphs, and training materials. He designs logos and flyers for the SSA and conducts other agency-wide activities. He performs most of his work in a "hands-free" environment with the equipment and training SSA provides.
http://www.opm.gov/disability/success_1-06.asp#jump-1
U.S. Office of Personnel Management 1900 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20415 (202) 606-1800 TTY (202) 606-2532
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