Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Job Description:

• Provide individualized orientation and mobility evaluation and instruction for the blind or visually impaired.
• Assist clients to achieve maximum independence through instruction in safe, efficient travel within the home, school, workplace, and community.
• Monitor each client’s progress to ensure services and training methods are performed in accordance with ACVREP standards and DBS contractual guidelines.
• Plan, develop, and coordinate an on-going program evaluation system to determine program effectiveness and make appropriate program improvements.
• Close client cases as needed. Review client’s plans and available services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred in O&M; ACVREP certification within three (3) months of employment.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach Braille reading/writing methods and techniques.
• Demonstrated skills in developing instructional materials and training programs for visually impaired.
• Ability to assist clients in achieving independence.
• Demonstrated above average writing skills.