Orientation and Mobility Instructor (Assistive Technology Specialist)
Core
Instructs children and adults who are blind or visually impaired in methods for safe travel, concept development, and spatial awareness to enhance independence and community integration.
Role type
Orientation and Mobility Instructor (Assistive Technology Specialist)
Builds
Independent travel skills and orientation strategies for visually impaired individuals
Domain
Rehabilitation services for the blind and visually impaired
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Orientation and Mobility instruction, assessment of visual impairment, concept and sensory development, kinesiology, collaboration with rehabilitation professionals, report writing
Preferred skills
Dual certification in O&M and CVRT, TVI, CRC, CATIS, or CLVT
Responsibilities
Evaluate feasibility of orientation and mobility training, assess and instruct clients in spatial awareness, teach safe independent travel, confer with community providers for referrals, provide pre-employment transition services, document client needs in reports and case notes
Seniority
Professional/Technical