Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Mitchell Martin Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitchell Martin Inc. seeks a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. The position is onsite and contract-to-perm, focusing on providing mobility instruction to students with visual impairments within an educational setting.

The role requires collaboration with teachers, therapists, and parents, plus conducting evaluations and developing goals for student independence. Strong documentation and use of assistive devices are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified by ACVREP or NOMC.
• Operational knowledge of accessible mainstream technologies.
• Experience providing instruction to students with multiple disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and mobility services to students in educational programs.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents.
• Complete evaluations focusing on long and short-term needs.
• Develop measurable annual goals and short-term objectives for students.
• Instruct students in skills for independent travel in familiar and unfamiliar environments.
• Prepare and use appropriate equipment and materials for instruction.
• Maintain detailed records on evaluations, progress reports, and service notes.

Skills

Orientation & mobility

Collaborative teamwork

Record keeping

Education

ACVREP/NOMC certification

Tools

Low vision aids

Job description

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Title: Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)

Position Type: Contract to Perm

Compensation: Pay Range: $42.00-$44.00 Per HR

Description

• This role involves providing essential orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairments, including those with additional challenges, at an educational institution in Philadelphia, PA.
• The position is contract to perm, requiring onsite presence, and involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to enhance students' independence and confidence in various environments.

Requirements

• Provide orientation and mobility services to students in various educational programs.
• Collaborate with educational teams including teachers, therapists, and parents.
• Complete evaluations focusing on students' long and short-term needs.
• Develop measurable annual goals and short-term objectives for students.
• Instruct students in skills for independent travel in familiar and unfamiliar environments.
• Prepare and use appropriate equipment and materials for instruction.
• Maintain detailed records on evaluations, progress reports, and service notes.

Qualifications

• Certified by ACVREP or NOMC.
• Operational knowledge of accessible mainstream technologies.
• Experience providing instruction to students with multiple disabilities.
• Experience with low vision aids.
• Current Driver's License.
• Basic computer skills.
• 1-3 years of experience with special needs and/or visually impaired populations preferred.

Please email: [e-mail]

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