On Call Mobility Assessment Evaluator

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The On-Call
Transportation Accessibility Specialist (will be called an On
- Call Mobility Assessment Evaluator or MAE per the contract), will help ensure individuals with disabilities and older adults receive fair, accurate, and timely ADA paratransit eligibility determinations, while also supporting independence and appropriate use of fixed-route public transportation whenever possible.

This role is intentionally designed to attract professionals from clinical disciplines and social-services or human-services backgrounds. Whether your strengths lie in functional assessment, clinical observation, interviewing, advocacy, or structured decision‑making, your work will directly shape equitable mobility outcomes.

This position is located at WMATA Transit Accessibility Center at 300 7th St SW Washington, DC 20024.

• Clinical or Rehabilitation Professional (OT, PT, COTA, rehab, healthcare‑adjacent)
• You value objective functional assessment and defensible decision‑making
• You want to apply clinical judgment outside traditional care settings
• You’re interested in systems‑level impact and community accessibility
• Social Services or Human Services Professional (Social services, disability services, case management, advocacy)
• You thrive in people‑centered, equity‑driven work
• You bring strong interviewing, listening, and observational skills
• You are comfortable working within structured eligibility and regulatory frameworks

• Assess & Determine Transportation Access
• Conduct Functional Assessments
• Document, Communicate & Defend Decisions
• Collaborate & Improve
• Deliver High‑Quality Human Service

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Rehabilitation, Healthcare, or a related field

3+ years of professional experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or older adults

Related experience with regard to the functional assessment of individuals with disabilities along with experience working with individuals with disabilities

Experience documenting decisions within regulated or compliance‑driven programs

Experience with ADA programs, eligibility determination, &/or public benefits

• Strong interviewing, assessment, and observational skills
• Knowledge of or ability to develop expertise in ADA complementary paratransit eligibility regulations
• Ability to administer standardized evaluation tools consistently and accurately
• Clear written communication for reports and eligibility determination letters
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking abilities
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• High standards for confidentiality and data integrity
• Additional language skills are a plus

• Knowledge of public transportation systems preferred
• OT, PT, or COTA certification or licensure, preferred
• 5+ years of post‑licensure clinical experience, preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification, preferred
• Possess a continuously valid US driver’s license, preferred

Min Salary: $25/hr

Max Salary: $25/hr

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job’s location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual skills, experience, and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss this with us as you move through the selection process.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.