Leader Dogs for the Blind
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Leader Dogs for the Blind, Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
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Leader Dogs for the Blind
Base pay range:
$64,896.00/yr - $71,760.00/yr
Leader Dogs for the Blind, an international organization based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, has been empowering individuals who are blind or low vision for over 85 years. We provide comprehensive guide dog services and orientation and mobility training, equipping individuals with lifelong skills for safe and independent daily travel. Our life‑changing work is provided free of charge, and we are 100% philanthropically funded. Our mission is driven by 191 dedicated team members and more than 1,000 volunteers who advocate alongside our clients to create a more equitable world.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid disability insurance
401k with employer match
Flexible spending account
Paid time off front loaded on first day of employment
Annual merit‑based pay increases
Dog friendly office
Summary This position is responsible for the delivery of Orientation and Mobility services to Leader Dog clients, employees, associated professionals and community. The position will also be responsible for the supervision of O&M interns.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Assesses client orientation and mobility levels, determines needs, recommends services and conducts training to meet needs. Assesses and recommends the client’s need for services of related professionals.
Provides field services to O&M clients in home, school and work environments. Provides education and awareness on Leader Dog services to the community.
Provides location technology instructional services to clients, including GPS and other adapted devices.
Provides management and direct instruction to university O&M interns and practicum students.
Manages all case related documentation and correspondence in a timely manner. Maintains data on applicants, services rendered and post graduate activity. Responsible for monitoring follow‑up and providing additional training as needed.
Participates in the development of department goals, objectives and systems. Evaluates effectiveness of services, recommends improvements and executes new approaches in a continuous cycle of quality improvement.
As needed, participates in the admission process and recommends client acceptance into the Leader Dog program.
Takes leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of all O&M and guide dog client and professional related services and training materials.
Participates in all Summer Experience Camp activities.
Actively recruits, develops and maintains relationships on behalf of Leader Dog with O&M and other related professionals.
Provides other services and additional duties as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industry Non-profit Organizations
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Leader Dogs for the Blind
Base pay range:
$64,896.00/yr - $71,760.00/yr
Leader Dogs for the Blind, an international organization based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, has been empowering individuals who are blind or low vision for over 85 years. We provide comprehensive guide dog services and orientation and mobility training, equipping individuals with lifelong skills for safe and independent daily travel. Our life‑changing work is provided free of charge, and we are 100% philanthropically funded. Our mission is driven by 191 dedicated team members and more than 1,000 volunteers who advocate alongside our clients to create a more equitable world.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid disability insurance
401k with employer match
Flexible spending account
Paid time off front loaded on first day of employment
Annual merit‑based pay increases
Dog friendly office
Summary This position is responsible for the delivery of Orientation and Mobility services to Leader Dog clients, employees, associated professionals and community. The position will also be responsible for the supervision of O&M interns.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Assesses client orientation and mobility levels, determines needs, recommends services and conducts training to meet needs. Assesses and recommends the client’s need for services of related professionals.
Provides field services to O&M clients in home, school and work environments. Provides education and awareness on Leader Dog services to the community.
Provides location technology instructional services to clients, including GPS and other adapted devices.
Provides management and direct instruction to university O&M interns and practicum students.
Manages all case related documentation and correspondence in a timely manner. Maintains data on applicants, services rendered and post graduate activity. Responsible for monitoring follow‑up and providing additional training as needed.
Participates in the development of department goals, objectives and systems. Evaluates effectiveness of services, recommends improvements and executes new approaches in a continuous cycle of quality improvement.
As needed, participates in the admission process and recommends client acceptance into the Leader Dog program.
Takes leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of all O&M and guide dog client and professional related services and training materials.
Participates in all Summer Experience Camp activities.
Actively recruits, develops and maintains relationships on behalf of Leader Dog with O&M and other related professionals.
Provides other services and additional duties as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industry Non-profit Organizations
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Leader Dogs for the Blind by 2x.
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