Orientation and Mobility Specialist

School District #41 (Burnaby); Burnaby; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist for a part-time role in Burnaby, BC. The position offers 6 hours per day, two days per week, with a competitive hourly wage of $37.90.

The specialist will assess students with visual impairment, develop individualized mobility plans, provide direct instruction, and collaborate with families and school staff to promote safe, independent navigation.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Orientation and Mobility program plus two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Demonstrated understanding of visual impairments and implications of vision loss.
• Ability to work with a full range of students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments to determine orientation and mobility needs of students with visual impairment.
• Develops individual orientation and mobility plans.
• Provides direct instruction on O&M skills including concepts, sensory development, mapping, travel techniques, communication and safety.
• Collaborates with vision teams, classroom teachers and other school staff.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress.
• Stays up to date on best practices and new developments in the field.
• Utilizes adaptive technology and equipment.
• Supervises students in and out of the classroom and in the community.

Skills

Communication

Behavior management

Independent work

Adaptive technology

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Orientation and Mobility program + 2 years experience

Tools

Adaptive technology

Low vision aids

Wheelchairs

Medical equipment

Job description

Orientation and Mobility Specialist

PART-TIME POSITION (6 hours a day, 2 days a week)

The Orientation and Mobility Specialist develops and provides orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairment. The Orientation and Mobility Specialist works closely with students, families and school staff to develop and implement individualized orientation andmobility plans to help students navigate their environmentsafely and independently.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts assessments to determine the orientation and mobilityneeds of students with visual impairment.
• Develops individual orientation and mobility plans.
• Provides direct instructions to students on orientation and mobility skills, including concept development, sensory development, orientation and mapping, travel techniques, and communication, safety and advocacy.
• Collaborates with the vision teams, classroom teachers, and other school staff to ensure that students have access to their environments.
• Maintains accurate records of student progress.
• Stays up to date on best practices and new developments in the field of orientation and mobility.
• Utilizes a wide range of equipment including adaptive technology.
• Assists with the supervision of the general student population; supervises assigned students in and out of the classroomand in the community.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Completion of Orientation and Mobility program plus two years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of training and / or experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Demonstrated understanding of visual impairmentsand the social, emotional and educational implications of vision loss.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a full range of students with special needs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage behaviour appropriately.
• Working knowledge of adaptive technology related to work performed including computers, low vision aids, wheelchairs, and medical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work at the level of independence and with the degree of initiative appropriate to the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

This position offers a competitive salary ($37.90 per hour) and a benefit package.

Burnaby School District, 4054 Norfolk Street, Burnaby, BC V5G 0C3

The Burnaby School District embraces diversity as a privilege and a strength. We strive for accepting, safe, supportive, and inviting communities where the goal is for all members to feel a sense of belonging. Our (schools or worksites) are for everyone and we respect each person’s contributions.