Independent Mobility Coach for Vision-Impaired Adults

Vision Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Learner-centred environment

Job summary

Vision Ireland’s National Training Centre (NTC Dublin) is seeking an Orientation & Mobility Instructor to provide specialist assessment, training and support for working-age adults with sight loss, enabling independence, access to education or employment and improved quality of life.

As part of the ETA team, you will develop and deliver personalised rehabilitation programmes, ensuring learners can navigate daily life and work environments with confidence.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Orientation & Mobility (O&M) or Vision Rehabilitation, or equivalent.
• Strong communication, caseload management and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive O&M assessments to identify impact of vision loss on safe travel.
• Develop and review individualised O&M and rehabilitation plans.
• Deliver O&M training to promote safe, confident travel; teach route planning and transport use.
• Introduce compensatory techniques, accessible formats and assistive tech.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Caseload management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Qualification in O&M or Vision Rehabilitation

Tools

MS Office

Assistive technologies

Job description

Vision Ireland’s National Training Centre (NTC Dublin) is seeking an Orientation & Mobility Instructor to provide specialist assessment, training and support for working-age adults with sight loss, enabling independence, access to education or employment and improved quality of life.

As part of the ETA team, you will develop and deliver personalised rehabilitation programmes, ensuring learners can navigate daily life and work environments with confidence.