REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Public Policy
STATUS: Part-Time/On-Call As Needed
SCHEDULE: Variable,
LOCATION: Central Office
GRADE: 11
DATE REVIEWED: 01/20/12

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Provide travel training to individuals referred by RTA. The Individual will use Orientation & Mobility techniques to enhance the client’s ability to independently use fix route transportation.

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:
• Evaluates the orientation and mobility needs of assigned students and others referred for services;
• 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;
• Takes responsibility for the physical safety of persons receiving services when on orientation and mobility training;
• Teaches appropriate white cane techniques to persons receiving services as needed;
• Maintains appropriate records and writes reports on persons receiving services in compliance with the standards set forth in the contract;
• 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;
• Interprets and presents specific agency services to community and professional groups as appropriate;
• 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;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master's Degree in Orientation and Mobility required;
• Previous teaching experience preferred;
• Knowledge of city and suburban transportation system required;
• Individual must be flexible to successfully interact with a diverse population of staff and enrollees, self-directed, and able to exercise independent action and decision making;
• Knowledge of sign language helpful;
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet client needs, and willingness to travel within the Chicago metropolitan area required;
• ACVREP certification preferred;