05/13/2022
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The purpose of this position is to provide OCCB students with Orientation & Mobility training that will lead to greater self-sufficiency and employment. The instructor will work with students on a full suite of O&M including orientation skills, pre-cane skills, human guide, self-protection, cane techniques, indoor travel, residential travel, commercial district travel, public transportation, and navigation and orientation technology. The position has an individual caseload and often collaborates with fellow Center instructors. Some highlights of this position include:
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
What We Are Looking For
a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Teaching for the Blind, Special Education for the Visually-Impaired or Orientation and Mobility;
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Teaching for the blind or Special Education for the Visually-Impaired, and one year of experience;
OR
a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Education or a Social or Behavioral Science and two years of experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of training and experience.
EXPERIENCE FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION IS DEFINED AS:
experience working with people with visual impairments that included at least four of the following:
Direct instruction in adaptive travel techniques; Analyzing barriers and developing solutions; Assessment of adaptive skill level; Development of training programs; Case management and documentation; Resource Management (funds and services); Advocacy for persons with visual impairment; Counseling in adjustment to blindness; Using and/or instructing use of adaptive equipment specific to persons with visual impairment; Interagency coordination.
To receive credit for completed coursework, you must submit a photocopy of your transcripts.
Underfill Opportunity Information: If the successful applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications for the Rehabilitation Instructor for the Blind classification, but does meet the minimum qualifications for the Rehabilitation for the Blind-Entry classification, the applicant will be appointed to the classification of Rehabilitation for the Blind-Entry (Salary Range 21, $ 3439.00 to $ 5234.00). The duration and conditions surrounding the assignment and supervision of work are determined at the time of appointment.
Candidates who are the most competitive will also reflect the following:
How to Apply
Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
Apply online at
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Portland--OCB/Rehabilitation-Instructor-For-The-Blind_REQ-96994
E_mail: jonathan.scrimenti@ocb.oregon.gov
Phone: 9716731588
Cert: COMS
Recent and upcoming graduates welcome to apply