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R-9904 Part-Time Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist -E. H. Gentry Services for the Blind-Re-Advertised
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Position Number: 5366155
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

R-9904 Part-Time Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist -E. H. Gentry Services for the Blind-Re-Advertised

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

Re-Advertised

R-9904 Reference#1141255515105

Posting Date:June 26, 2024

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POOL POSITION: Part-Time Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist

E. H. Gentry | Services for the Blind

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity is where it all begins!

ABOUT YOU

Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

The E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity is where it all begins!

The part-time O&M Specialist will work a flexible schedule in the afternoons, evenings, and on weekends to meet the needs of our students. This person will work with our students and community referrals.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must be certified in Orientation & Mobility by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP).
Must have a demonstrated knowledge of the rehabilitation process and experience. serving adults who are blind or DeafBlind.

Must possess a valid Alabama Driver's License and be able to be insured by the AIDB insurance carrier.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide individualized orientation and mobility evaluation of and plan programs for blind and visually impaired adults including low vision travel aids, pre-cane skills, special travel needs, and sensory motor needs.
Teach individualized orientation and mobility skills to all students scheduled to enable them to travel safely, efficiently, and confidently in familiar and unfamiliar environments at school, on the job, and in the community.
Provide outreach orientation and mobility instruction to consumers in their home, job site, and/or community within surrounding counties.
Transport students to various community locations as necessary to provide meaningful instruction in realistic learning environments.

Provide both direct instruction and consultation to students with visual impairments.
Prepare lesson plans inclusive of sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student's assessed needs.
Become familiar with and be able to use the Gentry database (ECM).
Make and record observations of individual students as assigned, including, but not limited to, attendance, tardiness, inappropriate social behavior, dress, or other factors for the purpose of monitoring individual progress.
Prepare sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student's assessed needs, vocational goals and objectives, functioning level, and motivational level.
Prepare and use equipment and materials for the development of orientation and mobility skills; e.g., tactual maps models, distance low vision aids and long canes.
Actively participate in and initiate student staffing as needed.
Participate in training sessions and provide in-service training on request.
Maintain inventory of low vision and mobility equipment as assigned.
Perform additional instructional duties as assigned.

Must complete AIDB online training on Deafness, Blindness, DeafBlindness and Multiple Disabilities within 12 months of hire.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an. agency designated and paid by AIDB.

SALARY: $39.91 per hour

Direct deposit is required; bi-monthly payroll

This is a non-exempt position and is subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: July 10,2024

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=16562&PageID=1469