Orientation/Mobility Specialist
About The Position
The Orientation and Mobility Specialist is an indirect labor support position, reporting to the Program Manager: ECC & Independent Living. The Orientation and Mobility Specialist is responsible for the successful O&M training of all clients and employees while identifying and evaluating new O&M teaching opportunities or partnerships that will benefit clients or employees. Upon receiving referrals from referring staff, Case Manager, the O&M Specialist performs all duties relevant to client or employees accomplishing their O&M goals including but not limited to assessments, guidance, planning, training, documentation and overall case management and follow-up. EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Support the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, honesty, respect for others, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree Vision Rehabilitation
- A minimum of two years’ full-time work experience teaching O&M in an education or rehab setting preferred.
- Current CPR Certification
- Effective teaching and instructional skills in individual and group settings
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to adapt instruction and mobility training to meet individual client needs and learning styles
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and time management
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to support client success
- Ability to implement and reinforce individualized client training plans and competency goals
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and client management systems (CRM/Salesforce preferred)
- Ability to professionally represent ETLB through community engagement, presentations, tours, and partnerships
- Positive, mission-driven approach focused on empowering client independence and success
Responsibilities
- Communicates regularly with case manager to understand and prepare for pipeline of potential clients
- Evaluates clients’ needs for Orientation and Mobility training, developing a plan and schedule to ensure clients’ stated goals are accomplished
- Identifying appropriate instructional strategies/methods; and developing training aids, manuals, and other materials as needed
- Train clients how to safely and efficiently use their mobility aid to navigate indoor and outdoor environments.
- Partners with Horizon ensuring yearly O&M/Safety evaluations for every BVI employee, conducting training as needed
- Maintains knowledge, education, and certification, staying current on industry-specific training methods, content and low vision aids related to O&M
- Manages and documents all cases in client management system ensuring all records are complete and accurate
- Maintains frequent communication with O&M clients monitoring progress and commitment
- Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships.
- Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with staff and other company management members.
- Prepares program reports for manager as requested
- Provides O&M services in partnership with public relations type programs
- Identifies potentially beneficial partnerships in the community or profession
- Public speaking, press interviews, and tours as directed
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
