Orientation & Mobility Specialist for Blind & VI Students

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility specialist to provide O&M therapy and consult with families and school staff. The role focuses on increasing independence for students who are blind and involves collaboration across teachers, medical staff, and administrators.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Orientation and Mobility with ACVREP certification and has experience with visually impaired students. Verification of education and licensure may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Orientation and Mobility with ACVREP certification.
• Experience working with students who are blind or visually impaired.
• Verification of education and licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school/agency staff to schedule visits and provide O&M therapy to increase specific skills.
• Consult with parents, medical staff, teachers and other professionals about student needs.
• Consult with administrators and campus staff to promote independence for blind students.
• Evaluate orientation and mobility skills and related vision-specific needs.
• Assess progress and modify therapeutic or instructional programs as needed.
• Develop individualized educational treatment plans to increase independent functioning.
• Provide O&M instruction and consultation to families of infants and toddlers who are blind.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Orientation and Mobility

ACVREP certification in Orientation and Mobility

Job description

State of South Carolina seeks a qualified Orientation & Mobility specialist to provide O&M therapy and consult with families and school staff. The role focuses on increasing independence for students who are blind and involves collaboration across teachers, medical staff, and administrators.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Orientation and Mobility with ACVREP certification and has experience with visually impaired students. Verification of education and licensure may be required.