Orientation and Mobility Instructor (Assistive Technology Specialist)

Department of Marine Resources; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Department of Labor - Bureau: Rehabilitation Services, Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired- Assistive Technology Specialist- Orientation and Mobility Instructor. Bangor, ME role focused on teaching safe travel and independence to blind or visually impaired individuals across multiple counties.

You will assess impairment levels, provide consultations, and coordinate referrals with DOE, DHHS, CDS, DVR and related professionals, while documenting needs through evaluations and case notes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Orientation and Mobility and two years of experience, or a Master's Degree in Orientation and Mobility.
• Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (eligible within six months).
• Preferred dual certifications (O&M and CVRT, TVI, CRC, CATIS, or CLVT).

Responsibilities

• Determines feasibility of orientation and mobility training for clients and sets goals.
• Instructs clients who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely and independently.
• Collaborates with DOE, DHHS, CDS, DVR and blindness professionals to coordinate referrals.
• Provides pre-employment transition services and youth transition services as per laws and policies.
• Writes evaluations, plans and case notes documenting client needs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Orientation and Mobility

Master's Degree in Orientation and Mobility

Tools

Orientation and Mobility Specialist certification

Job description

Department of Labor - Bureau: Rehabilitation Services, Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired- Assistive Technology Specialist- Orientation and Mobility Instructor.

Job Class Code: 3015

Grade: 25 Professional/Technical

Salary: $56,867.20 - $79,747.20 - Annually

Location: Bangor

Opening Date: November 3, 2026

Closing Date: November 18, 2026

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Job Summary

Our team is passionate about providing Orientation and Mobility services to children and adults who are Blind or Visually Impaired (often with additional disabilities) in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington Counties. We are seeking a skilled individual to join in our mission! This is professional services work in instructing individuals who are blind or visually impaired in the methods and practices of effective orientation and safe travel. Responsibilities include assessing degree of impairment, providing consultation on available services, and teaching persons who are blind/low vision, including those with other disabilities, to travel safely and independently to enhance independence, improve communication, and promote successful outcomes for educational pursuits, independent living, avocational interests, and gainful employment. Work is performed under limited supervision and requires strong interpersonal, organizational and collaborative skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Determines feasibility of orientation and mobility training for clients, through evaluation of services available and expected results to set reasonable goals.


• Assesses and instructs infants, children and adults who are blind or visually impaired in areas such as concept development and spatial awareness using knowledge of blind rehabilitation techniques in order to improve client's orientation and ability to interpret the environment around them.


• Teaches children and adults who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely and independently using remaining senses to improve mobility.


• Confers with community providers (DOE, DHHS, CDS, DVR) and blindness professionals (TVI, VRT, BRS, VRC) and other related professionals (OT, PT) to provide and coordinate referrals, & client services.


• Provides services for potentially eligible, Pre-employment transition services and the transition services for youth with blindness and visual impairments as outlined in the state and federal laws and policies.


• Writes evaluation & reports, plan, & case notes to document client needs.

To be successful in the position, you must have knowledge of and experience in:

• Medical and psychological/social aspects of rehabilitation of persons who are blind or visually impaired.


• Kinesiology, Audition and other senses.


• Concept and sensory development.


• Ability to work independently, with a team, and manage multiple tasks.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Orientation and Mobility and two (2) years of experience providing instruction in Orientation and Mobility -OR- a Masters Degree in Orientation and Mobility.


• Must have (or be eligible within six (6) months) certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dual certification O&M and CVRT, TVI, CRC, CATIS, or CLVT

Questions about this position should be directed to: Carrie Brooker at [e-mail]

Benefits of working for the State of Maine

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-\"Dirigo\" or \"I lead\"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.


• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.


• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.


• Dental Insurance - The State of Mai