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Soliant Health

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Los Fresnos, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 19 hours ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$86,401 / year median in Texas

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Category Schools - Orientation and Mobility Specialist Job Type Contract Bring your expertise as a dedicated Orientation and Mobility Specialist to a rewarding contract opportunity working with schools near Los Fresnos, TX. In this specialized role, you'll make a tangible impact by supporting students with visual impairments, helping them gain confidence and navigate their educational environments independently. You'll deliver direct and consultative O&M services to a small, manageable caseload of three students. Your interventions will be highly individualized, ensuring each student receives the attention and skill-building they need to thrive. Services are split between direct sessions and indirect or consultative support, offering a well-rounded, flexible experience for both you and the students.

Qualifications & Experience:

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) credentials required Experience working with students in a school-based setting Knowledgeable in age-appropriate O&M instructional strategies Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams Compassionate approach and patience in fostering student growth

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct O&M instruction to students as scheduled (including 30-minute and 15-minute sessions multiple times per month) Offer consultative guidance and indirect services to staff and families, tailoring recommendations for individual student success Assess needs, set measurable goals, and create progress reports Develop and implement safe travel plans for school and community settings Advise educational teams on accommodations and assistive tools Maintain compliance with documentation and IEP requirements If you are passionate about empowering students to achieve greater independence and can commit to a flexible, part-time contract, we encourage you to apply today! Take the next step in your career and help make a real difference in students' lives. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled