Vision Rehabilitation Therapist — Remote & Community Impact

University of Delaware; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 53,410 - 65,279; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware is seeking a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist to provide rehabilitation therapy to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. You will assist customers in gaining essential skills for independent living.

This role includes teaching adaptive techniques, evaluating customers' needs, and providing counseling support. Candidates should have relevant degrees or certifications in rehabilitation therapy.

The position may include telework options after training and offers a starting annual salary of $59,345.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Intern program.
• Must have a qualifying degree or certificate with practicum.
• Active Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist certificate if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction to blind and visually impaired customers.
• Evaluate customer abilities and develop instructional plans.
• Monitor customer progress and adjust instructional methods.

Skills

Adaptive techniques

Coping strategies

Counseling support

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in vision rehabilitation therapy

Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist certificate

Job description

The University of Delaware is seeking a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist to provide rehabilitation therapy to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. You will assist customers in gaining essential skills for independent living.

This role includes teaching adaptive techniques, evaluating customers' needs, and providing counseling support. Candidates should have relevant degrees or certifications in rehabilitation therapy.

The position may include telework options after training and offers a starting annual salary of $59,345.