Orientation and Mobility Specialist Job at Braille Institute, Santa Barbara, CA

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  • Braille Institute
  • Santa Barbara, CA

Job Description

As an Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist, new hires will empower individuals with visual impairments to navigate their surroundings independently. Teaching critical skills, supporting families and caregivers, and shaping a brighter future through comprehensive instruction is what a day in the life of an O&M specialist looks like. Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct initial and ongoing assessments. Communicate the extent of training needed to help achieve goals. Provide individualized instruction to adults, ages 18 to 90+. Develop comprehensive and well-documented lesson plans. Accurately document students' progress and maintain up-to-date records. Schedule students for O&M classes. Teaching students in various settings, including in the classroom, in the field, in the home setting, and remotely online. Teach balance and coordination techniques to students as needed. Ensure visually impaired individuals can travel safely, confidently, and efficiently. Conduct seminars and presentations in the community. Attend and actively participate in special events as required. Work in diverse environments, including standard office settings, classrooms, field locations, homes, public transportation, community centers, and other outdoor training areas. Operate standard office equipment. O&M Specialist, Knowledge, and Education: Masters degree in special education with specialization in Orientation & Mobility (Required). Certification by the Academy of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is preferred. O&M Specialist, Skills, and Abilities: Strong knowledge of Orientation & Mobility training techniques and mobility devices for the visually impaired is also required. At least one year of experience training visually impaired and/or disabled individuals is desirable. Good communication, training, time management, and organizational skills. The ability to work independently and effectively train the visually impaired to achieve their Orientation & Mobility goals is essential. Required to travel extensively throughout the surrounding areas. O&M Specialist, Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience training visually impaired and/or disabled individuals. Valid license & two years of good driving history. Special Education experience is desirable. Schedule: 8-hour shift Day shift Monday-Friday Who we are: At Braille Institute of America, we embrace the challenge of sight loss and defy its limitations. For over a century, we have empowered individuals to navigate life confidently, regardless of low or lost vision. This is a full-time position with a shorter onboarding period, apply today and discover why our employees stay with us long-term. Braille employees transform the lives of students of all ages through our comprehensive services, dynamic classes, and groundbreaking programs. Braille Institute is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Join us and raise the floor of independence for our students while inspiring them to raise the ceiling of their potential! #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Tags

Full time, Remote job, Outdoor, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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