Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Agency Department of Health and Human Services Division Blind Services Job Classification Title Vision Rehabilitation Specialist (NS) Position Number 60043096 Grade NC09 Description Of Work This position provides individualized orientation and mobility (O&M) assessments and training for consumers who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. The role delivers instruction in specialized skill areas that support consumers in achieving their independent living, travel, and employment goals. Key responsibilities include assessing each consumer’s needs, goals, readiness, and motivation to learn O&M skills, as well as evaluating their understanding of spatial and directional concepts. The position provides one‑on‑one instruction in areas such as sensory and concept development, pre‑cane skills, sighted‑guide techniques, cane travel, route planning across a variety of environments, soliciting assistance, using public transportation, maximizing residual vision, and applying low‑vision or electronic travel aids. Additional duties include determining mobility needs based on prior O&M training, residual vision, individual circumstances, and physical or mental conditions, as well as identifying locomotor, auditory, visual, or other challenges and making referrals to appropriate specialists. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences Experience working with individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind, including an understanding of their unique travel and independent living needs. Knowledge of orientation and mobility principles and techniques, with experience applying O&M instructional methods in community or educational settings. Demonstrated skill in teaching or utilizing cane travel techniques, including assessing readiness, introducing appropriate skills, and supporting safe, independent travel. Preferred education and certifications: Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS), or Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT). Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a visual impairment field from an appropriately accredited institution and certification by the Academy for Certification of Education and Rehabilitation Professionals (ACVREP) as Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT), Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, or Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). Applicants who do not possess certification are required to obtain certification within two years from the date of employment. Salary Range Recruitment Range: $41,206 - $60,000; Salary Range: $41,206 - $72,113. Compensation & Benefits The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high‑quality, low‑cost pre‑tax benefits). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, community service leave, and paid parental leave (when eligible). EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Contact Information For any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr NC Department of Health and Human Services