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Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity Based at our Canberra office with Work from Home Flexibility Base Salary = $98,688 ($49.94 p.h.) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging up to $15.9k About Us Join an organisation committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. As a Vision Australia employee, youre part of a team dedicated to supporting people who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose and strive for their inclusion in all areas of society. Our team of experts works together to tailor the right mix of services, strategies, and products so their patients and clients can live life on their terms. From birth to senior years, Vision Australia provides a lifetime of support. About The Opportunity As our client-focused Orientation and Mobility Specialist, you will work within a transdisciplinary team to enhance the mobility of our blind or low vision clients, enabling them to live life on their terms. You will provide assessment, training, intervention, and service coordination, working closely and long-term with clients to: Assess the ability of our clients to travel safely and confidently within their community. Advise on and prescribe mobility aids and provide specialist services to meet individual needs. Assist clients to confidently utilize strategies including mobility aids and Seeing Eye Dogs. Monitor and advise on the use of low vision aids to support mobility programs. View the Position Description for this role. About You As part of the Client Services team, you should have approved qualifications in O&M recognized by Orientation and Mobility Association Australasia (OMAA). Knowledge and experience working with children, adults, and older adults are encouraged. You will also have: Experience in providing client support and O&M services in person and/or through other communication mediums. Training and intervention strategies for individuals and groups. Strong planning skills, including effective time management. Benefits of Working at Vision Australia We offer many benefits to support your personal and professional growth, including: Additional leave via purchase schemes and accrued days off. Annual salary reviews to stay aligned with market rates. Flexibility to manage your caseload and work-life balance. Supportive and motivating work environment. Professional development opportunities. Rewards, recognition, and wellness programs. Tax-free salary packaging options up to $15,900 per annum. Contact If you have questions about the role, please contact the hiring manager, Robyn Gillis. To Apply If this role is a good fit, please complete our online application and submit your full resume. Note that PDF documents are not accepted for accessibility reasons. For support or considerations during the application process, contact People and Culture or the hiring manager. For more information about working at Vision Australia, visit our Careers page. We are committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity and all abilities. We highly encourage applications from candidates who are blind or have low vision and from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr