DeafBlind Orientation & Mobility Specialist — Seattle

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays per year

Up to 17 days PTO per year

Medical, Dental, and vision plans

Long-term and short-term disability,AD

403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist in our Employment and Community Services department to support DeafBlind individuals and others.

The role emphasizes independence, cross‑functional teamwork, COMS certification, and travel to Lighthouse sites. Collaboration with transit authorities and vendors is required, with ongoing staff education and program development.

Qualifications

• BA or MA in Orientation and Mobility is required.
• ACVREP certification required.
• ASL proficiency strongly preferred.
• Experience with DeafBlind individuals required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and provide O&M evaluation and instruction to DeafBlind individuals, including employees and referred community members.
• Travel to Lighthouse locations and Base Supply Centers as needed with advance notice.
• Collaborate with Accommodations, Operations, Safety, and Maintenance staff to implement wayfinding and travel accommodations.
• Develop and maintain program-wide goals and measurements, and participate in grants and contracts.
• Maintain files, documentation, data collection, and summaries as needed.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Problem solving

Education

BA or MA in Orientation and Mobility

ACVREP certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Database software

Web browser

Job description

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist in our Employment and Community Services department to support DeafBlind individuals and others.

The role emphasizes independence, cross‑functional teamwork, COMS certification, and travel to Lighthouse sites. Collaboration with transit authorities and vendors is required, with ongoing staff education and program development.