Independence for the Blind of West Florida, Inc.
***Full Time Job Announcement***
Location: Independence for the Blind of West Florida, Inc.
1302 Dunmire Street, Pensacola, FL 32504
Ph: (850) 477-2663 Fax: (850) 479-4025
E-mail: director@ibwest.org Web: www.ibwest.org
Purpose: Independence for the Blind of West Florida, Inc. (IB West) is a private, not-for-profit agency that teaches individuals with blindness and visual impairments to obtain and maintain an independent life style at home or in a business setting.
Function: This position is to instruct sighted guide skills, long cane techniques, street crossings, public transportation, and provide knowledge of low vision aids as they pertain to orientation and mobility.
Geographic Area of Responsibility: This is an outreach position covering a ten county area that comprises the western aspect of the state of Florida.
Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Orientation and Mobility required, Masters Degree preferred. ACVREP certification is also required. Candidate must be able to work with blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages in a great variety of family and work situations. Candidate must have keen observation abilities and excellent writing skills.
Salary: Based on degree and experience. Salary is competitive for area - forty hour work week.
Benefits: Medical, Life, and Short Term Disability following a 90 day probationary period. Ten paid holidays from start of employment.
Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Other): Eighteen days per year.
Professional Memberships: Annual dues and conferences are paid.
Application: E-mail, fax, or mail resume with cover letter
to address listed above. Visit Web Site for
additional information. Phone calls are accepted.