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Apprentice, Orientation and Mobility
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Position Title
Apprentice, Orientation & Mobility
Location
Saskatoon or Regina, SK
Status
Full-time, Permanent (existing vacancy)
Reports To
Provincial Manager, Healthcare Operations
Compensation
$29.04/hour
Posting Date
July 3, 2027
Closing Date
July 17, 2027
Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities
The Apprentice will complete a course of study and supervised practical experience to become an Orientation and Mobility Specialist eligible for Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation Professionals (ACVREP) certification. The Apprenticeship is a paid‑training period consisting of graduate‑level University courses and a practicum under the supervision of an ACVREP certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist. Part of the coursework will require the individual to complete in‑person, simulated, and experience‑based training components.
The scope of the O&M position provides functional expertise for people who are blind and/or partially sighted, often with complex health needs, to maximize skills for optimal independence.
This position provides training within the provision of vision rehabilitation services, using the Health Cloud application within a matrix reporting structure. The Apprentice will learn to utilize a systematic approach based on evidence and professional reasoning to enable clients to identify O&M goals to attain maximum independence through individual lessons or group settings.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities of an Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Provide support through consultation to individuals and their families regarding adjustment to vision loss.
Maintain all case data, service tracking, key performance indicator benchmarking, reports, and documentation consistent with VLRC Systems and Procedures.
Evaluate clients’ progress as needed or at least annually to revise service plans according to VLRC policy and procedures.
Provide interventions and supports to the client in the form of direct service, resources and information, collaboration with other programs and health care providers and transition planning.
Keep abreast of current materials, technology, standards of practice (ACVREP) related to providing service to individuals with vision loss by review of professional literature.
Teach mobility skills for indoor and outdoor orientation, sighted guide to caregivers, and others.
Teach concept development, spatial and sensory awareness, pre‑cane techniques, mobility aids and provide environmental assessments.
Act as a key resource in matters related to accessible design and the built environment.
Act as a resource person for information regarding guide dogs and liaise with the guide dog schools. Provide skill development to prepare individuals to work with a guide dog.
Relationships
Interact with clients, their family, caregivers and professional affiliates to identify and develop vision related goals including intervention and therapy programs.
Liaise and build relationships with community‑based rehabilitation teams, hospitals, and other key VLRC stakeholders.
Attend and participate in team meetings.
Problem Solving / Time Frame of Impact
Provide timely delivery of services to ensure people living with vision loss acquire skills and assistive technology to maintain/regain independence.
Utilize problem‑solving abilities related to implementation and development of intervention and therapy programs for individuals with vision loss.
Adapt programs, materials, and equipment to address the needs of clients with complex health conditions.
Demonstrate sensitivity and awareness of cultural, religious, mental health needs and/or emotional support.
Decision Autonomy
Make decisions based on training and experience working with individuals who are blind or partially sighted to develop a client‑centered service plan tailored to unique individual needs.
Within multidisciplinary team dynamics, utilize good judgment when referring to another VLRC service or external community supports.
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