STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Instructs students in Orientation & Mobility skills, including white cane techniques, to enable the highest level of safe and independent travel on foot and, as appropriate, public transportation. Works occasionally with individuals with dog guides.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WORK OF OTHERS: This position holds no direct supervisory responsibility.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Approximately 50% within metro Chicago and suburbs. Less than 5% out of town travel.
SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
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Evaluates the orientation and mobility needs of assigned students and others referred for services;
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Plans and implements individually designed program to teach orientation and mobility skills, develop self-confidence, and increase knowledge of frequently traveled areas, such as within the Lighthouse or in their home neighborhood, and on public transportation;
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Takes responsibility for the physical safety of persons receiving services when on orientation and mobility training;
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Teaches appropriate white cane techniques to persons receiving services as needed;
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Collaborates with teaching and consulting staff to maintain appropriate records and writes reports on persons receiving services;
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Provides funding source with assessments and progress notes;
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Review referrals and CRP to make sure services match DRS authorizations;
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Serves as consultant to other agency staff regarding mobility concerns; orients new staff to sighted guide techniques, simulation of blindness, and an understanding of orientation and mobility;
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May supervise and assign routine duties to assistants, interns, and university students;
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Interprets and presents specific agency services to community and professional groups as appropriate;
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Tracks and documents hours of service accordingly submit time log to accounting;
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Keeps in contact with various referral sources to maintain an active case load;
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Meet monthly hours needed to ensure income stream into the program;
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Maintains an active interest and participates in the professional field at all levels; analyzes trends and innovations in the field and integrates into program, as appropriate;
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Performs other duties as assigned.
