ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST - 48007091 (BLIND SERVICES)

Requisition No: 846320 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST - 48007091 (BLIND SERVICES)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48007091 

Salary:  $63,000.00 to $69,300.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/07/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES 

CAREER, TECHNOLOGY, & TRAINING CENTER FOR THE BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED (CTTC)

LOCATION: DAYTONA BEACH (VOLUSIA COUNTY)
WORKING TITLE: ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST - CAREER SERVICE

SALARY RANGE: $63,000.00 to $69,300.00 Annually

Our Mission:

The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support, and opportunities to achieve success.  In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities.  The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible.  The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services.  With District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, and the Braille and Talking Books Library, the Division of Blind Services has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.  

Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page

Office Contact:
Megan Martin, HR Liasion

(386) 254-3828

Job Description:

This position is located at the Career, Technology, & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC) in Daytona Beach.  This position is responsible for developing policies, procedures, and techniques and is responsible for monitoring standards for the Orientation & Mobility program to provide proper rehabilitation therapy for statewide referrals.

Examples of Work:

• Provide direct instruction in techniques of Orientation & Mobility such as orientation to unfamiliar areas, pre-cane skills, concept development, use of the long cane, use of public transportation and route planning that meet individual needs, and skills and physical limitations of each student.
• Assist students in developing and/or improving the work characteristics and skills needed for competitive employment or to function independently in a home and/or work environment.
• Develop programs and curricula as needed to support the goal of employment. 
• Monitor and evaluate the plans and programs to assure the effectiveness of individualized training and to meet changing needs of the clients over-all objectives.
• Assess the referred client’s use of residual vision and impact of any secondary disabilities on performance.
• Develop lesson plans that reflect the daily objectives needed to meet the established goals.
• Work with clients to select a program in which mutually established goals are met.
• Maintain records of goals, participation and progress on each student, and relay this information as needed in written and/or oral reports or in staffings with the referring counselor from the area of the state where the client lives.
• Provide maintenance on equipment and order supplies; keep inventory in good repair and make purchases as necessary.
• Act as a liaison and provides assistance in all areas for overall program coordination.
• Attend workshops and conferences for professional growth; participate in public education as needed and serve as a resource person for staff, students and the public. 
• Assist with student facility/department needs as required; acquire new skills as needed to meet program changes.
• Recommend ancillary services such as audiology, low vision, and physical therapy that would enhance the student’s program.
• If requested will assist in training volunteers or supervising interns assigned to the Center.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional experience in health, social, economic or rehabilitative programs.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Professional or nonprofessional experience as required above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
• Certification in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) or are eligible to become a Certified O&M instructor. 

To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:
NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing any of the below items.
•    All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.  

The following must be included:
•    Any and all State of Florida jobs. 

•    Any and all Florida Community College or University jobs.
•    All periods of employment from high school graduation forward.
•    Periods of unemployment (gaps). *All gaps 3 months (90 days) or more must be accounted for. 
•    Education (high school, GED, Community College, University).
•    Volunteer Experience. 
•    A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information contained in the state application.
•    Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. Your current place of employment should be included. If you are currently unemployed, please make sure that information is included.
•    Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.  Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application. 
•    Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. 
•    It is unacceptable to use the statement “see resume” in place of entering work history.  Your candidate profile will convert to your official application. 
•    Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability.
•    Other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
•    Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply.
•    The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
•    If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214). 
•    If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. 
•    All documentation is due by the close of the job requisition/advertisement. 

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at: 877-562-7287.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! 
»    State Group Insurance coverage options+ 

• (health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental options)

»    Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
»    Student Loan Forgiveness (Eligibility Required)
»    Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida Community Colleges/Universities) 

»    Career Growth
»    Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
»    Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)  

»    Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
»    Flexible Spending Accounts
»    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

»    Ongoing comprehensive training provided
»    Highly skilled, professional environment

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. The Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.   

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. For more information, please visit the Social Security website. Selective Services System (SSS):
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire.  For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.

 
The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed

to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and
improving employment outcomes.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.