Vision Impairment Outreach Director (O&M)

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Special School District seeks an Outreach Director for the LA School for the Visually Impaired. This full-time 12-month position will supervise Outreach Instructors, provide direct VI and O&M services to students, and maintain a current caseload.

Travel is required, and the role supports program operations and compliance. Responsibilities include program leadership, budget and contract management, and coordination with local agencies to deliver FAPE to visually impaired students

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, education or related field with emphasis in orientation and mobility and/or Visual Impairments.
• Eligible for or currently holds Louisiana Ancillary Certification in Orientation and Mobility as outlined in Part CXXI, Title 28/Education; Bulletin 746-Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel; Chapter 4, Subchapter A-410 or Visual Impairments
• COMS or NOMC orientation and mobility certification
• Knowledge of specialized programmatic needs of the visually impaired (orientation and mobility, adaptive daily living skills, Braille, adaptive technology and low vision aids).
• Must have the ability to use computer systems for data management and information storage and retrieval.
• A current Driver’s License and the ability to be certified through the State Safe Driver Program. Must furnish personal, reliable transportation to perform the job duties. Travel is required in this position.

Responsibilities

• Issues I. Managerial Responsibilities: Implements policies and regulations mandated by SSD and other state and federal regulators; develops long-range strategic plans.
• Prepares budgets, projects, contracts, interagency agreements and reports.
• Manages and supervises facilities and vehicles assigned to the Outreach Orientation and Mobility Specialist and Teacher’s of the Visually Impaired.
• Exhibits knowledge of special education rules and regulations.
• Maintains records and confidentiality as required by law.
• Maintains relationships with agencies, community and parents.
• Uses appropriate teaching techniques and maintains student relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's License

Travel required

Computer data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation/education

Ancillary Certification in Orientation and Mobility

COMS or NOMC certification

Tools

Computer systems for data management

Job description

The Louisiana Special School District seeks an Outreach Director for the LA School for the Visually Impaired. This full-time 12-month position will supervise Outreach Instructors, provide direct VI and O&M services to students, and maintain a current caseload.

Travel is required, and the role supports program operations and compliance. Responsibilities include program leadership, budget and contract management, and coordination with local agencies to deliver FAPE to visually impaired students