Orientation and Mobility Specialist Job at Liberty_Resources, Syracuse, NY

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  • Liberty_Resources
  • Syracuse, NY

Job Description

About Us: 

Liberty Resources, headquartered in Syracuse, NY, is one of CNY's most diversified and trusted human service agencies. Aurora of CNY, an affiliate of Liberty Resources, is looking for a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist for the Blind Rehabilitation Services Program. The vital mission of Aurora of CNY is to promote independence, opportunity and full access for individuals of all ages with vision or hearing loss. 

Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives. We value service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success. We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging. Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support. We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities.

Position Summary:

The Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist assists consumer who are eligible and in need of orientation and mobility services. These services are carried out to meet the goals of the agency and provides direct service to assigned consumers who are legally blind and visually impaired.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Work directly with consumers to ensure that they obtain services and adaptive equipment that will maximize their functioning, potential and sense of well-being and independence. 
• Conduct ongoing assessments to identify consumer’s strengths and barriers and establish clear goals that directly affect overall safety and independence.
• Coordination and collaboration with all providers and support services for each consumer served. This includes developing a comprehensive Care Plan and/or IEP to address consumer needs. 
• Maintain relationships with community service providers to ensure individuals are well supported. 
• Complete all required documentation, maintain case records and complete statistical information on time and in accordance with program standards. 

Qualifications:

Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree with O&M Certification from AER approved University Program with two-three years’ experience – required. AER Certification in Orientation & Mobility required. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.

Salary Range: $58,000 to $62,000.

What We Offer:

  • A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
  • Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
  • Family-Friendly Workplace
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Continuing Education Opportunities

Liberty Resources is an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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