Job Openings

Second Sense

08/09/2022

Position Description

Conduct assessments for clients' orientation and mobility needs and goals
Work with the client to develop an individual training plan
Provide customized instruction in all areas of orientation and mobility to meet individual client goals
Integrate new and existing equipment and technology into O&M training
Document assessments, training, progress and outcomes in Apricot database
Assist in gathering of training outcomes and other evaluation data as required
Maintain all proper documentation to comply with contract/grant requirements and agency procedures
Work with all program staff to ensure continuity of services
Stay current on current instructional strategies and techniques
Itinerant position traveling throughout Chicago and the Chicagoland area. Travel compensation offered.
Flexible Scheduling

Experience and Skills

Strong teaching ability
Experience teaching all aspects of orientation and mobility skills to adults
Experience teaching current assistive technology as it relates to orientation and mobility
Excellent written and oral communications skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Mature and professional attitude, self-directed, detail-oriented with decision-making and creative problem solving skills
Effective time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, reliable follow-through and commitment to excellence
Interacts effectively and respectfully clients, family members, peers, other professionals and all other stakeholders in a manner that represents Second Sense positively
Experience using MS Office Suite and online databases

Education and Experience

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Orientation and Mobility from an accredited university required
National professional certification required and must be maintained throughout employment
Two years of professional experience preferred

Phone: 312-582-2993

Cert: COMS