Role OverviewThe Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) is searching for a mission-driven rehabilitation professional who is dedicated, motivated, and engaging to serve as a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). As a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, you will be supporting legally blind individuals to navigate safely and independently within their homes, workplace, and community.
What You Will Do
Assess consumers' travel needs, motivation, and visual and physical abilities and develop an individualized training program to increase safety and maximize independence and/or orientation to new environment(s). Teach long cane skills, dog guide route orientation, use of electronic aids, use of public transportation, and other means.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the principles, techniques, and methods of case management, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and provide supportive counseling to consumers and their families/support network.
Requirements
- COMS certification from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP)
- Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methods of case management
- Knowledge of the psychological, social, educational and health issues facing MCB consumers
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide supportive counseling to consumers and their families/support network
- Ability to serve diverse populations and familiarity with secondary disabilities in addition to blindness
- Ability to handle confidential information with an understanding of diversity and the importance of fostering an open and respectful work environment
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines
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