Orientation and Mobility Specialist l/II, The Hatlen Center

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out a program of individualized Orientation and Mobility instruction.
• Include pre-cane skills, cane skills, concept development, indoor travel, street crossings, travel in a variety of environments, use of public transportation including paratransit, group travel, occasional work with dog guide teams, use of orientation and mobility aids (maps, monoculars, assistive technology), and route planning.
• Emphasize the effective use of any residual vision, tactile and other sensory modes, and reinforce learning associated with other areas of instruction.
• Maintain detailed tracking notes and prepare reports as required.
• Participate in and develop curriculum for weekly group classes across a variety of subjects.
• Cooperate and consult with other staff members and appropriate community resources on behalf of the client.
• Coordinate orientation and mobility skills training and financial management training with other client services.
• Participate in applicant interviews and help determine the appropriateness of client placement at The Hatlen Center.
• Participate in departmental and agency-wide planning and evaluation functions.
• Make recommendations concerning orientation and mobility skills training/financial management training and future planning.
• Maintain accurate records of all inventories in the teaching area.

Qualifications

• Orientation and Mobility Specialist: A master’s degree in special education, rehabilitation, or related field with an emphasis in orientation and mobility from an accredited university is required. New graduates are welcome to apply. Knowledge of all areas of adaptive equipment is required for individuals who are blind or visually impaired is required.
• Orientation and Mobility Specialist ll: A master’s degree in special education, rehabilitation, or related field with an emphasis in orientation and mobility from an accredited university is required. Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) certification through Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) required. Knowledge of all areas of adaptive equipment is required for individuals who are blind or visually impaired is required.

Benefits

Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes:

• Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
• Employee referral program
• Tuition assistance program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plans

Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents

About the Role

Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.