Orientation & Mobility Specialist, PRN

NewView Oklahoma Inc•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

NewView's Mission: We empower individuals who are blind or have low vision, maximizing their opportunities for independence through all stages of life. NewView Values: Commitment to Empower, Driven by Excellence, Compassion is Key, Leaders who Inspire. Position Summary: Responsible for providing orientation and mobility training and services to consumers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Orientation and Mobility and ACVREP certified.
Must have working knowledge of all aids and appliances commonly used in general mobility training of the blind and vision impaired.
Must possess knowledge of electronic travel aids (ETA’S).
Basic computer database and word processing knowledge and experience.
Must obtain a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Orientation and Mobility.

Responsibilities

Provides individual client evaluation and instruction in all aspects of orientation and mobility at the client home, rehab office or other areas within the state of Oklahoma.
Maintains service files of all orientation and mobility clients with pertinent information/documentation regarding services rendered, planning and client progress, and updates central file with said information.
Maintains follow-up process for active and inactive clients in orientation and mobility.
Provides public education on blindness issues and all aspects of NVO services.
Maintains contact with other community and state direct services agencies.
Assist in the provision of social services as needed.
Works as a team member with other professionals, staff, and volunteers.
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Rehabilitation Director.
Must wear all the protective equipment required by the department.
Must follow all company policies and procedures including departmental safety policies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.