Job Openings

Florida Outreach Center for the Blind

10/06/2021

The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. is seeking a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT) to oversee its programs in Independent Living, Technology and Braille Reading and Orientation and Mobility. The successful applicant will report directly to the Executive Director and coordinate with the Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). In addition to instruction, the successful applicant will be responsible for setting up and directing an interdisciplinary team approach to initial, in progress and exit assessments and ensuring that FOCB ‘s quality standards and philosophy are upheld in all tasks undertaken.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a small but dedicated organization that prides itself in its blind leading the blind approach to gaining and retaining independence for the blind and visually impaired. Founded in 2003 by its executive director who is blind since her teenage years, FOCB employs the blind as instructors as much as possible. Its IL and Braille instructors and Technology Specialist are all blind or visually impaired. Its board must always be at least 50% blind or visually impaired.

If you are up to this unique challenge, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

Possesses and maintains an active CVRT certification

Associate degree or higher

Have transportation or be able to use public transportation

May be an independent contractor or become an employee

Compensation

This position may be either full or part time. Hours can be flexible.

Salary range: Negotiable, commensurate with experience and whether full, part time, or contract.

TO APPLY:    Send cover letter and resume to Carolyn Lapp, Executive Director at 2315 S. Congress Avenue, Palm Springs, FL 33406, or email: info_focb@bellsouth.net.

Phone: 561-642-0005

E_mail: info_focb@bellsouth.net

Phone: 561-642-0005

Cert: CVRT