What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orientation and Mobility Specialist position at Pupil Personnel Services (PPS)?
DESCRIPTION
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O & M) (I, II) will assess the individual’s current travel abilities, determine (with the individual) mobility goals, and provide training to blind and visually impaired individuals in methods of independence and safe travel, to the extent of each individual’s abilities and desires.
Communication with school staff is frequent and ongoing, to obtain clinical guidance in development and implementation of service plans, to ensure consistency with AVRE and ACVREP standards.
EDUCATION REQUIRED
A. O & M (I, II) - must possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with specialization in Orientation & Mobility instruction.
B. O & M (I) - Certification from the Academy for the Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) is desired but not required.
C. O & M (II) - Certification from the Academy for the Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) is required.
TRAINING AND SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Knowledge of current trends in Orientation & Mobility teaching techniques and use of specialized equipment is expected.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
One or more years of experience providing Orientation & Mobility instruction to children is required.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES O & M (I, II)
• Evaluate the consumer’s Orientation & Mobility needs in the school and/or other community environments.
• Provide instruction in sighted guide, protective techniques, indoor travel, basic cane travel, residential travel, business travel, and public transportation.
• Request adaptive equipment and instruct consumer in the use of these items.
• Instruct consumer in the use of low vision equipment used for travel, such as a monocular. • Complete service logs, interim reports and final reports to document all services delivered, utilizing correct documentation methodology.
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure continuity of services.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of AVRE activities.
• Keeps workplace organized and clean.
NOTE: Nothing in this job description should be construed as meaning that these are the only tasks and duties of the position.