[Rehab] Fwd: Job Opportunities DC Area

[David Andrews]

>
>Hello Dave,
>
>I  just spoke to Jen White. I have a client that 
>I am working with who is interested in hiring a 
>few individuals who have certifications and 
>experience working with people who have visual 
>impairments. I have included the job 
>descriptions below. If you have any questions 
>please call me so I can provide clarity for you.
>
>I can be reached directly at 703 351 7830 or via 
>email at <mailto:mfranklin at appleone.com>mfranklin at appleone.com
>
>Salaries are negotiable
>Both jobs are located in NW, DC
>
>Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M)
>
>The Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) is 
>seeking an Orientation & Mobility Specialist to 
>provide individualized training to our clients 
>who are blind or visually impaired.  The O&M 
>instructor will teach clients to travel safely and independently.
>
>Since 1900, CLB's mission has been promoting 
>independence for people who are blind or 
>visually impaired. We provide a comprehensive 
>range of programs and services for the nearly 
>180,000 people in Maryland, DC and Virginia who 
>are blind or visually impaired. We are seeking 
>an experience rehabilitation professional who 
>shares our passion for providing services to our clients.
>
>Education/Experience Requirements:
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>1.                  A degree in Orientation & 
>Mobility or completion of certificate program 
>through an accredited university which meets the ACVREP 13 core domain areas.
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>2.                  COMS Certification through ACVREP.
>
>3.                  NOMC (National Orientation 
>and Mobility Certification) certification is accepted.
>
>4.                  Dual certification O&M and VRT or O&M and TVI preferred.
>
>5.                  1-3 years of experience in the field of blindness.
>
>Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
>
>1.                  Must be familiar with the 
>blindness community and professional resources, 
>as well as standard concepts, practices, and 
>procedures within the vision rehabilitation field.
>2.                  Excellent report writing and computer skills required.
>3.                  Working experience with 
>databases.  All case notes and reports are 
>entered in our internal database system.
>4.                  Excellent interpersonal 
>skills with good judgment, attention to detail, 
>ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, and 
>ability to handle confidential material.
>5.                  Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
>6.                  Knowledge of second language helpful but not required.
>
>
>Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist
>We are seeking an assistive technology (AT) 
>specialist to work with clients who are blind or 
>visually impaired.  The instructor will assess 
>clients to determine the needs and skill level 
>of the user and provide individual or group 
>training on job specific skills, workplace and 
>assistive technology. The AT specialist will 
>also conduct Section 508 testing and remediation.
>
>Please note:  The individual in this position 
>must be able and willing to travel independently 
>between sites and to work in a variety of locations.
>
>·         Conduct assistive technology 
>assessments and make recommendations for 
>products, services, and referrals to assist 
>clients in achieving training goals.
>
>·         Conduct individual assistive 
>technology training with blind and low vision consumers in the DC Metro Area.
>
>·         Complete regular progress reports 
>which clearly state the client’s goals and progress.
>
>·         Coordinate and advise referral sources 
>on products and training services appropriate to the client’s needs.
>
>·         Provide AT software installation and training for clients as needed.
>
>·         Conduct Section 508 testing, document 
>results, and make recommendations for remediation.
>
>
>Education/Experience Requirements:
>·         Bachelor’s Degree in the computer 
>technology, education, or related field.
>·         A minimum of 5 years of experience in 
>assistive technology training and assessment.
>·         High proficiency in  the use of 
>adaptive technology and experience teaching in a 
>classroom or employment setting.
>·         Working experience in Section 508 
>accessibility testing and remediation.
>
>Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
>·         Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
>·         Excellent oral and written communications skills.
>·         Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
>·         Travel independently to client home 
>and work locations throughout the DC Metro area.
>·         Advanced knowledge of assisstive 
>technology products for blind and low vision 
>users (i.e. JAWS, ZoomText, Braille displays, etc.)
>·         Goal oriented with a proven track 
>record of success in meeting deadlines and requirements.
>