At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower individuals with low vision to navigate their world confidently through assessment and training.
- Company: Join Vision Australia, a leader in supporting people with vision impairments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, additional leave options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive, inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Orientation & Mobility and experience in client support.
The predicted salary is between 102132 - 102132 $ per year.
Join an organisation committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. As a Vision Australia employee, you’re part of a team committed to supporting people who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose and striving for their inclusion in all areas of society. Our team of experts work together to tailor the right mix of services, strategies and products so their patients and clients can live life on their terms. From birth to senior years, Vision Australia is there to provide a lifetime of support.
As an Orientation & Mobility Specialist, you will in consultation with the client, utilise knowledge and skills to provide assessment, training, intervention and service co-ordination to assist in achieving equity and access for people who are blind or have low vision. Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services are provided to clients of all ages, carers and families. In this role you will also:
- Assess the ability of clients to travel safely and confidently within area of the community they wish to access;
- Advise on and prescribe a range of mobility aids and provide specialist services to meet individual needs;
- Monitor and advise on the use of low vision aids as applicable to a mobility program;
You’re passionate about empowering individuals to navigate their world with confidence. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:
- Tertiary qualification in Orientation & Mobility, and current completion of COMS.
- Knowledge and skills in working with children, adults and older adults.
- Experience in providing client support and O&M services in person and/or through other communication mediums.
- Training and intervention strategies for individuals and groups.
Benefits of working at Vision Australia include additional leave via our purchase leave and accrued day off schemes, annual salary review to ensure your pay is in-line with the market rates, general service provider and discipline-specific professional development opportunities, and a respectful and inclusive workplace where you will be supported.
If you have any questions about the role please contact the hiring manager, Michelle Percuoco. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive culture, and value diversity and all abilities. We highly encourage applications from candidates who are blind or have low vision and from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Orientation & Mobility Specialist employer: Vision Australia
At Vision Australia, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our team of Paediatric Occupational Therapists. Located in the beautiful Wollongong and South Coast region, we offer competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements, and extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring that our employees can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with low vision. Join us in our mission to empower individuals to live life on their terms, backed by a culture that values diversity and collaboration.
