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Soliant Health

Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) - Portland, TX

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Portland, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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 Empower student independence and make a lasting impact as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist supporting school-aged learners along the Southeast Texas Coast on a part-time contract basis. This critical role addresses a significant need in the region, providing essential guidance for students with visual impairments to navigate school environments safely and confidently.

Key Qualifications:

Active Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) certification AVCREP certification or equivalent recognized credential Experience working with children and adolescents preferred Strong communication skills for collaboration with educators, families, and staff Must meet Texas fingerprinting and credentialing requirements prior to starting Compassion, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering student autonomy

Responsibilities:

Assess student needs and develop individualized orientation and mobility plans Deliver direct orientation and mobility instruction, both in-school and in-community Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mobility goals into IEPs Support the development of orientation skills for a range of ages and ability levels Guide staff and families in effective mobility strategies Prepare documentation to track student progress and comply with district policies Serve multiple schools within the district, with assigned campuses to be determined Maintain compliance with all state and local education requirements This contract position is part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) and will serve students throughout the 2026-2027 school year, beginning August 3, 2026, and concluding May 28, 2027. Additional details regarding caseload will be provided following an upcoming discussion with district leadership. Ready to make a meaningful difference for students with visual impairments in a region with high demand for your expertise? Submit your application today and contribute essential skills where they are needed most! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled