Veteran Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist in the Visual Skills Department to deliver comprehensive training for visually impaired Veterans and Service Members.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, creating treatment plans, counseling families, and providing direct patient care in an office/clinic setting. The role supports reintegration into community life and may require standing and mobility tasks.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• ACVREP certification or equivalent required for GS-11; multiple certifications may be required for higher grades.
• ACVREP certifications include COMS, CVRT, CLVT, CATIS.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and set goals for vision rehabilitation.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and implement them.
• Counsel patients and educate families about visual impairment and coping strategies.
• Provide direct patient care to adult Veterans; primarily older male Veterans.
• Collaborate with family members to support reintegration and independence.
• Manage scheduling and work hours (7:30 am–4:00 pm, Mon–Fri).
• Note: Telework is not available for this position.

Education

Bachelor's degree in blind or vision rehabilitation or closely related field

Bachelor's degree with 30 credits and related graduate coursework + certificate in orientation and mobility / vision rehabilitation therapy / assistive technology for blind and visually impaired individuals / low vision therapy

ACVREP certification or equivalent (required at GS-11)

ACVREP certifications: COMS, CVRT, CLVT, CATIS

Two ACVREP certifications for BRS Advanced Practitioners (GS-13)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist in the Visual Skills Department to deliver comprehensive training for visually impaired Veterans and Service Members.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, creating treatment plans, counseling families, and providing direct patient care in an office/clinic setting. The role supports reintegration into community life and may require standing and mobility tasks.