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Soliant Health

Orientation and Mobility Specialist in San Benito, TX

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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 Step into a valuable opportunity providing Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services to students, supporting their independence and navigation skills in an educational setting. This contract position centers around working with three students, each receiving personalized O&M services tailored to their unique needs. The assignment is structured, purposeful, and allows for meaningful connections with students and educational staff.
Qualifications and Experience:
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) required Experience delivering both direct and consultative O&M services in school settings preferred Strong documentation and communication skills Ability to collaborate with teachers, special education teams, and families Current knowledge of O&M best practices and relevant regulations Compassionate, patient, and flexible approach to student needs
Your Responsibilities:
Provide direct O&M instruction: Student 1: 30 minutes, three times a month Student 3: 30 minutes, three times a month Deliver consultative/indirect services: Student 2: 20 minutes, once a month Student 3: 15 minutes, once a month Assess students' mobility needs and develop individualized lesson plans Collaborate with school personnel and families to support student progress Maintain detailed service records and progress reports Support student growth, fostering safe and effective mobility within and outside the school environment As a trusted O&M specialist in this contract role, your skills can directly enhance the educational experience and daily living skills for these students. This is an opportunity to tailor your expertise and create lasting impacts in their academic journeys. If you are ready to make a difference for students with vision impairments and want a flexible, focused assignment, we invite you to apply today! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled