Vision Rehabilitation Therapist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vision Rehabilitation Therapist works with people who are blind or visually impaired to support vocational opportunities, independent living, educational development, and self-sufficiency. The position teaches coping skills and adaptive techniques, working directly with customers, collaborating with other professionals, and connecting with community programs to promote personal and social adjustment.

The role is with the Bureau of Blindness & Visual Services, Pittsburgh District Office. The work schedule is full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Work hours are negotiable within a 7.5-hour workday, with a 30- or 60-minute lunch, and the position is eligible for Alternate Work Schedules. Part-time telework may be available after completion of the training period, subject to requirements and change. The headquarters location may be flexible depending on the selected candidate; the listed worksite is 531 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

The starting annual salary for candidates new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment is $60,538 before taxes.

Requirements

• Successfully complete the Commonwealth’s Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Intern program, or an equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration; or
• Have a bachelor’s or master’s degree or certificate from an approved college or university program in rehabilitation teaching of the blind or visually impaired, vision rehabilitation therapy, teacher of the visually impaired, or education with a concentration in visual impairment, including a practicum; or
• Hold an active Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist certificate issued by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP).
• Applicants may meet the educational requirements if they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree or certificate.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Submit satisfactory criminal history reports as required by the Child Protective Services Law, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history, and FBI Fingerprint clearances, following a conditional offer of employment.
• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education on the application. Applicants claiming education in supplemental application responses must attach college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Interview, evaluate, and observe customers to identify their current needs.
• Develop individualized plans of instruction with customer participation, outlining goals, activities, and needed equipment.
• Teach skills and adaptive techniques that help customers be self-sufficient, live independently, and stay connected to their communities.
• Evaluate customer achievements and adjust objectives when needed to maximize learning benefits.
• Write case narratives and record statistical data about case details, plans, and progress.
• Provide consultation and training for staff of community programs and facilities to promote positive attitudes and understanding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time