01/11/2022
Return to view all job openingsResponsibilities of Lead Orientation and Mobility Instructor:
The Orientation and Mobility/Home Management Supervisor will provide supervision, guidance, and training to Orientation and Mobility staff and Home Management staff agency wide, as well as managing an assigned caseload to deliver O&M instruction to consumers who are preparing for employment or attending school. It will also be your job to assist with the development of lesson plans and training plans, assessing consumers training needs, and managing and monitoring O&M and Home Management referrals and contracts.
E_mail: kranisha.billie@sccb.sc.gov
Phone: 8038988823
Cert: COMS
A bachelor's degree and professional experience in human services or social services programs. Agency Required: Current and active National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) or be a Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS) and have experience teaching orientation and mobility to blind and visually impaired individuals.
Additional Requirements:
Must be aware of agency's policies and procedures, structured discovery principals and the American with Disabilities Act, and Federal and State laws as they relate to vocational rehabilitation. Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, staff, and community partners. Ability to use sound judgement and provide supervision and guidance to Orientation and Mobility and Home Management staff and associated contractors statewide.
Work involves travel 2-4 days per week and occasional overnight travel. May require evenings and weekend shifts. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs. Constantly positions self to provide orientation and mobility instruction to consumers. Frequently moves orientation and mobility equipment across campus for various training needs. Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions.