Training and Education Specialist III (Vision Rehabilitation Specialist) - #082626-MACC03-350800

Vision Rehabilitation SpecialistThis position provides statewide individualized information, assessment and instruction to individuals who are blind and visually impaired as a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (VRT). VRTs serve in a variety of roles, teaching a variety of tasks to people with individual needs. Services are provided through customized 1:1 instruction, in real-life settings, as participants learn daily living techniques that are adapted to their vision needs. Training includes (but is not limited to) a variety of daily self-care skills such as communication skills, Braille, personal resource management, meal preparation, kitchen safety, currency identification, organization, time management, and management of secondary disabilities. Low Vision services are also performed by VRTs to help individuals utilize their remaining functional vision. The VRT applies a person-centered approach to develop sustainable independence and maximize the participants' ability to live independently within their homes and communities while aging in place. This position may require occasional nights and weekends to serve participants and operational needs.