Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

CCVI; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work locations

Job summary

CCVI in Kansas City is seeking a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist to support visually impaired students from birth through young adulthood, delivering specialized services in homes, schools, centers, and at the CCVI resource center.

Join a mission-driven team that offers mentorship, professional development, above-market pay and comprehensive benefits, with paid time off and family-friendly leave.

Job description

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Make an Impact. Change Lives. Inspire Possibility as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist

At the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired (CCVI), we believe every child deserves the chance to see their world in new ways.

If you’re a passionate Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist ready to make a real difference, this is where your work truly matters.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Join a mission-driven team that’s redefining what’s possible for children with visual impairments. At CCVI, you’ll find the support, respect, and resources you deserve—plus the opportunity to do work that inspires you every day.

Collaboration that lifts you up.

Work alongside other certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS), Teacher’s of the Visually Impaired and therapy professionals who share your passion and purpose.

Meaningful connections.

Work with and support students and their families from birth through young adulthood.

Leaders in innovation.

Be part of the region’s recognized experts in Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI).

Growth that’s real.

Access mentorship, professional development, and top-tier training and resources.

A culture that cares.

We’re a family-oriented organization built on trust, teamwork, and heart.

Flexibility in work locations.

Deliver services in a variety of settings: homes, schools, centers, and on-site at the CCVI resource center.

What You Won’t Have to Worry About

• You won’t be an independent contractor. You’ll be a CCVI employee and eligible for full or partial benefits (based on full or part- time status).
• You won’t have to build your own caseload. We provide structure and support so you can focus on your students.
• You won’t pay out of pocket for supplies. CCVI provides your materials and resources.
• You won’t struggle to find balance. We offer paid time off, paid breaks, and family-friendly leave options.

CCVI O&M with a student during recess

What Sets CCVI Apart:

• Ongoing collaboration, workshops, and professional development
• Mentorship and peer support
• Above-market salary and comprehensive benefits
• The chance to do meaningful, life-changing work every single day

Let’s Make a Difference—Together

If you’re ready to use your skills to empower children, support families, and grow your career, we want to meet you.