Blind Rehab Specialist

The primary purpose of this position is to provide blind and vision rehabilitation services for visually impaired Veterans. Blind Rehabilitation includes the disciplines of low vision therapy, orientation and mobility, vision rehabilitation therapy, manual skills instruction and computer access instruction. The Blind Rehabilitation Specialist possesses knowledge of, and skill in applying principles, and practices of blind and vision rehabilitation to include assessment, treatment and follow-up.

Provides direct patient care and support services to an adult population of patients which is characterized by a very significant number of older male patients. Evaluating and assessing needs, capabilities and limitations, goal setting and prescribing a treatment plan for individuals experiencing blindness/visual impairment caused by injury or disease. Conduct independent evaluation, treatment, and management of a blind and vision rehabilitation program of instruction that teaches veterans with visual impairments to utilize adaptive skills and techniques necessary to cope with the demands of everyday life.

Work Schedule: Full time- Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm. Requirement: Driving patients for training purposes.