Rehabilitation Teacher / Orientation & Mobility Specialist (North Central Indian
League for the Blind & Disabled, Elkhart, IN, United States
Overview
The League for the Blind & Disabled
– Independent Living – Senior Blind Services is seeking a Rehabilitation Teacher (or Orientation & Mobility Specialist) to assist with independent living activities, individual advocacy, peer counseling and case coordination for older individuals who are blind or have low vision in North Central Indiana (Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, St. Joe and LaPorte counties). The League is Indiana’s largest Center for Independent Living, headquartered in Fort Wayne since 1950. This position expands the organization’s mission outside of the core 11 counties in Northeast Indiana to underserved rural communities. Essential Duties / Skills / Responsibilities / Qualifications
Conducts initial assessment to determine consumer’s individual needs, assisting consumer in developing initial, intermediate and long-range goals, tracking and monitoring progress. Conducts low vision evaluations, establishing needs for daily living and adaptive aids, devises equipment training. Offers information and referral (I&R) services. Participates in individual and systems advocacy. Provides individual peer support. Represents the League at community health fairs, conducting public education, awareness and outreach activities. Provides community organizations with training related to vision loss issues in older adults. Maintains accurate, up-to-date consumer files, community activities and I&R contacts according to procedures. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Rehabilitation Teaching or Orientation & Mobility or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference for a qualified person with a disability and/or an individual 55 years old or older (as identified by state funding source). Benefits of Joining Our Team
As a full-time member of our staff, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: $4/mo. for employee health insurance (only $48.00 a year!) with a $3,000 Health Reimbursement Account Free employee dental coverage, long-term disability, and salary-based group life insurance Optional benefits include vision, voluntary life insurance, critical illness and accident insurance Bonus structure based on employee and program performance Employee retirement investments can begin on day 1 and, after two Decembers, the company will contribute 4.5% of the employee’s gross salary into a Simplified Employer Retirement Plan 14 paid holidays, paid vacation after 6 months, 2 personal days upon hire, and sick time accrues monthly Starting Hourly Wage:
between $20 - $25, based on qualifications and certifications Application information:
Qualified Candidates Should Apply through The League at https://theleague.easyapply.co Application Deadline:
February 28, 2026 or until filled. EOE / Drug Free Workplace / E-Verify
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The League for the Blind & Disabled
– Independent Living – Senior Blind Services is seeking a Rehabilitation Teacher (or Orientation & Mobility Specialist) to assist with independent living activities, individual advocacy, peer counseling and case coordination for older individuals who are blind or have low vision in North Central Indiana (Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, St. Joe and LaPorte counties). The League is Indiana’s largest Center for Independent Living, headquartered in Fort Wayne since 1950. This position expands the organization’s mission outside of the core 11 counties in Northeast Indiana to underserved rural communities. Essential Duties / Skills / Responsibilities / Qualifications
Conducts initial assessment to determine consumer’s individual needs, assisting consumer in developing initial, intermediate and long-range goals, tracking and monitoring progress. Conducts low vision evaluations, establishing needs for daily living and adaptive aids, devises equipment training. Offers information and referral (I&R) services. Participates in individual and systems advocacy. Provides individual peer support. Represents the League at community health fairs, conducting public education, awareness and outreach activities. Provides community organizations with training related to vision loss issues in older adults. Maintains accurate, up-to-date consumer files, community activities and I&R contacts according to procedures. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Rehabilitation Teaching or Orientation & Mobility or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference for a qualified person with a disability and/or an individual 55 years old or older (as identified by state funding source). Benefits of Joining Our Team
As a full-time member of our staff, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: $4/mo. for employee health insurance (only $48.00 a year!) with a $3,000 Health Reimbursement Account Free employee dental coverage, long-term disability, and salary-based group life insurance Optional benefits include vision, voluntary life insurance, critical illness and accident insurance Bonus structure based on employee and program performance Employee retirement investments can begin on day 1 and, after two Decembers, the company will contribute 4.5% of the employee’s gross salary into a Simplified Employer Retirement Plan 14 paid holidays, paid vacation after 6 months, 2 personal days upon hire, and sick time accrues monthly Starting Hourly Wage:
between $20 - $25, based on qualifications and certifications Application information:
Qualified Candidates Should Apply through The League at https://theleague.easyapply.co Application Deadline:
February 28, 2026 or until filled. EOE / Drug Free Workplace / E-Verify
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