Orientation & Mobility Specialist
The Carroll Center for the Blind, Newton, Massachusetts, United States, 02165
Ready to empower independence for individuals with vision loss?
Signing Bonus and Relocation Assistance
Positions available in Community, Rehabilitation or Education Services Departments
Currently enrolled students in a Master’s Degree Program for Orientation & Mobility are encouraged and welcome to apply. We would love to speak with you!
Range: $52,015 – $83,308
Salaries vary based on client population, which department the role is in, level of education and relevant experience
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, students’ homes, and their communities.
WHO WE SEEK If you are kind, caring and compassionate and want to make a difference, you belong with us!
Responsibilities
Conduct
Orientation & Mobility assessments that focus on immediate and long‑term needs of the client at various intervals. Assess, identify and document the strengths, needs and goals of the client.
Provide
consultation
and support services to team including parents or family members, educators, specialty providers, outside agencies and counselors. Recommend adaptations to school, home or work environments for tools and adaptations.
Instruct
in skills and concepts to enable them to travel as independently as possible based upon goals and objectives of the Individualized Education Program or Community or Rehab Program Plan.
Teach
safe and effective indoor/outdoor travel skills, including use of public transportation
Teach
students to travel with safety, proficiency and confidence in familiar and unfamiliar environments while fostering independence
Work
across various settings: schools, homes, and communities
Collaborate
with families, educators, and other professionals
Provide
written documentation of client or student progress and recommend tools or adaptation
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Orientation & Mobility or active enrollment in a Vision Studies graduate program
ACVREP certification or eligibility
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and attention to detail skills required
Professionalism and a collaborative mindsetProficient technology skills using Microsoft Office or Google Suite a plus
Benefits (30+ Hours)
PTO: 3 weeks’ accrued vacation, personal day, accrued sick days and 12 holidays (eligible positions)
Operate within a mentor‑based, supportive team structure providing constant opportunities to discus ideas and gain guidance.
403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
How To Apply Be the difference, APPLY TODAY! Please complete the application form, in the link 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.
The Carroll Center for the Blind is a private, non‑profit agency located in Newton, Massachusetts that serves persons of All Ages and All Stages of Vision Loss. We are close to Boston, Cambridge, Wellesley, Watertown, Waltham, Allston/Brighton, and on public transit routes.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The Carroll Center for the Blind (CCB) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and always fosters acceptance for everyone. We offer fair opportunities to all qualified persons in recruitment and selection, employment, compensation and benefits, professional development and training, transfers, promotions, social activities, and the use of CCB’s facilities. CCB welcomes all qualified applicants and ensures that everyone will receive equal consideration for employment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, military, or veteran status, political or union affiliation, or any other categories protected by Federal or State law. The CCB culture embraces both the law and a work environment that is safe, positive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable. Our mission and impact shines brightly on all.
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Signing Bonus and Relocation Assistance
Positions available in Community, Rehabilitation or Education Services Departments
Currently enrolled students in a Master’s Degree Program for Orientation & Mobility are encouraged and welcome to apply. We would love to speak with you!
Range: $52,015 – $83,308
Salaries vary based on client population, which department the role is in, level of education and relevant experience
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, students’ homes, and their communities.
WHO WE SEEK If you are kind, caring and compassionate and want to make a difference, you belong with us!
Responsibilities
Conduct
Orientation & Mobility assessments that focus on immediate and long‑term needs of the client at various intervals. Assess, identify and document the strengths, needs and goals of the client.
Provide
consultation
and support services to team including parents or family members, educators, specialty providers, outside agencies and counselors. Recommend adaptations to school, home or work environments for tools and adaptations.
Instruct
in skills and concepts to enable them to travel as independently as possible based upon goals and objectives of the Individualized Education Program or Community or Rehab Program Plan.
Teach
safe and effective indoor/outdoor travel skills, including use of public transportation
Teach
students to travel with safety, proficiency and confidence in familiar and unfamiliar environments while fostering independence
Work
across various settings: schools, homes, and communities
Collaborate
with families, educators, and other professionals
Provide
written documentation of client or student progress and recommend tools or adaptation
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Orientation & Mobility or active enrollment in a Vision Studies graduate program
ACVREP certification or eligibility
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and attention to detail skills required
Professionalism and a collaborative mindsetProficient technology skills using Microsoft Office or Google Suite a plus
Benefits (30+ Hours)
PTO: 3 weeks’ accrued vacation, personal day, accrued sick days and 12 holidays (eligible positions)
Operate within a mentor‑based, supportive team structure providing constant opportunities to discus ideas and gain guidance.
403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
How To Apply Be the difference, APPLY TODAY! Please complete the application form, in the link 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.
The Carroll Center for the Blind is a private, non‑profit agency located in Newton, Massachusetts that serves persons of All Ages and All Stages of Vision Loss. We are close to Boston, Cambridge, Wellesley, Watertown, Waltham, Allston/Brighton, and on public transit routes.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The Carroll Center for the Blind (CCB) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and always fosters acceptance for everyone. We offer fair opportunities to all qualified persons in recruitment and selection, employment, compensation and benefits, professional development and training, transfers, promotions, social activities, and the use of CCB’s facilities. CCB welcomes all qualified applicants and ensures that everyone will receive equal consideration for employment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, military, or veteran status, political or union affiliation, or any other categories protected by Federal or State law. The CCB culture embraces both the law and a work environment that is safe, positive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable. Our mission and impact shines brightly on all.
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