Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist - Lynchburg, VA

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist - Lynchburg, VA

Liri Care is hiring a full-time Orientation and Mobility Specialist to support students with visual impairments in a school district in Lynchburg, Virginia. You'll provide individualized instruction that helps students travel safely and independently within their schools, homes, and communities. The role includes direct student services, assessments, IEP development, progress monitoring, and collaboration with families, teachers, and other members of the special education team.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with students and see the direct impact of your work on their confidence, independence, and participation in everyday life.

At Liri Care, we're building long-term careers and partnerships that matter. Here's what sets us apart:

• Transparent compensation:
  Clear rates and straightforward communication throughout the hiring process.
• W-2 or 1099 flexibility:
  Choose the employment structure that works best for you, subject to the requirements of the position.
• Liri AI:
  Reduce time spent on documentation and focus more of your day on supporting students.
• Built-in professional community:
  Connect with therapists, educators, and special education professionals for peer support and clinical discussion.
• Marketplace earnings:
  Share your own professional resources and keep 96% of every sale.
• Responsive support:
  Our school services team remains available throughout your assignment to help with onboarding, communication, and day-to-day needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $60–$70 per hour on W-2, based on experience and credentials
• Up to $85 per hour on a 1099 contract
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible W-2 employees
• Retirement savings options
• Professional development support
• Relocation or sign-on assistance for select candidates
• Free access to eligible Liri Care platform tools

What You'll Do:

• Conduct orientation and mobility assessments for students with visual impairments
• Develop individualized O&M goals and instructional plans
• Provide direct instruction in safe travel, navigation, cane skills, sensory awareness, and environmental concepts
• Teach students to navigate school campuses and community environments safely and independently
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute assessments, goals, recommendations, and progress updates
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, vision specialists, therapists, and other members of the educational team
• Provide consultation and training to school staff and families when needed
• Travel between school sites within the district, where required

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Orientation and Mobility, Special Education, Vision Studies, or a related field
• Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist credential through ACVREP
• Eligibility to provide school-based O&M services in Virginia
• Experience working with children or students with visual impairments preferred
• Understanding of IEPs and school-based special education services
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation
• Ability to complete all district-required background checks and onboarding requirements

Lynchburg is located in Central Virginia and offers a lower cost of living, a strong sense of community, and convenient access to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area combines the amenities of a growing city with quieter neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and an easy commute compared with larger metropolitan areas. It can be a particularly appealing location for clinicians seeking a full-time position with greater stability and a more balanced pace.

Liri Care celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.