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CERTIFIED ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST Join to apply for the CERTIFIED ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST role at The Carroll Center for the Blind CERTIFIED ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST 8 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the CERTIFIED ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST role at The Carroll Center for the Blind Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. $3000 Signing Bonus and moving cost assistance (30+ hours). Currently enrolled students in master’s program for orientation and mobility are encouraged to apply. [Full-Time & Part-Time] $3000 Signing Bonus and moving cost assistance (30+ hours). Currently enrolled students in master’s program for orientation and mobility are encouraged to apply. If you want to create positive change in the lives of people with visual impairments, you belong with us! About Us Each year, the Carroll Center for the Blind helps nearly 1,300 blind or visually impaired children, adults and senior citizens gain the skills they need to live active and fulfilling lives. Our Newton campus houses our rehabilitation program, computer training classes, low vision store, and administrative offices. A large portion of our programs are services conducted in public schools, clients’ homes, and their communities. Who We Seek We seek a compassionate, high-energy COMS to provide instruction which integrates non-visual methods with low vision aids/techniques, conduct assessments, provide indoor/outdoor instruction, including the use of public transportation, produce written assessments, document client’s progress, present at meetings with clients and their families, and serve as liaison with referring agency representatives. Responsibilities Assessment and Evaluation: conduct orientation and mobility assessments that focus on immediate and long-term needs of the student at intervals designated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Assess, identify and document the strengths, needs and goals of the student. Consultation: Provides consultation and support services to all members of the team including parents, educators, specialty providers. Recommends adaptations to school/home buildings. Orders equipment needed for safe and effective travel. Instruction: Instructs in skills and concepts to enable them to travel as independently as possible based upon goals and objectives of the Individualized Education Program. Teaches students to travel with safety, proficiency and confidence in familiar and unfamiliar environments. Ensures student’s safety during O&M lessons while fostering maximum independence. Prepares or uses equipment and materials as appropriate to promote development of O&M skills Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Orientation and Mobility and ACVREP (COMS) certification, or eligibility for ACVREP certification required. 2 years of COMS experience required Excellent interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail and oral/written skills required Proficient in Microsoft Office a plus Good driving record and valid driver’s license Benefits We offer a generous benefits package to include health and dental coverage (75% employer paid), vision, Flexible Spending Account, 3 weeks accrued vacation, personal day, up to 4 weeks accrued sick days, 12 holidays, and a retirement program (403b) with up to a 4% employer match. How To Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the application form (linked below). Should you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please email hr@carroll.org and we will be happy to assist you. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Part-time Job function Job function Human Resources Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Carroll Center for the Blind by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mobility Specialist” roles. Waltham, MA $77,000.00-$90,000.00 2 days ago Sr Specialist - Operations Training (Boston) Boston, MA $89,000.00-$151,000.00 4 days ago Boston, MA $75,000.00-$80,000.00 6 days ago Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist (US based) Andover, MA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 5 days ago Boston, MA $55,000.00-$65,000.00 2 months ago Recruitment & Human Capital Talent Specialist Lawrence, MA $51,215.00-$75,747.00 1 week ago Learning and Development Specialist, Revenue Cycle Operations Counselor - Employee Relations Department Encore Boston Harbor Deputy For Title VI and Title IX Compliance Woburn, MA $62,480.00-$71,115.00 2 weeks ago Surveillance Investigator (SI) – Fraud Investigation/Field Mobility - Boston, MA We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Carroll Center for the Blind

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