at State of Delaware in New Castle, Delaware, United States
Job Description
This 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.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS for Training and Education Specialist III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Two years’ experience in delivering training or education courses, services, individual or group activities using a variety of materials and equipment such as exercises, handouts, manuals, laptops, audiovisual or specialized equipment.
- One year of experience in preparing and maintaining training or education records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates or records of participation.
- One year of experience in researching, selecting and designing courses, curricula, lesson plans, instructional methods, materials, or activities to meet training or education needs and learning objectives.
- One year of experience in creating methods and tools to analyze and evaluate training or education needs and effectiveness.
For Level III
Applicant must have a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT) certificate from the Academy of Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP). CVRT’s engage in the most comprehensive approach to vision rehabilitation addressing visual, physical, cognitive, social, safety and emotional concerns through training. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
