Graduate Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Job No:
GDQ83
Location:
Bald Hills
Guide Dogs Queensland has a newly created opportunity to join our client services team as a Graduate Orientation and Mobility Specialist. This is a full-time opportunity based at our head office in Bald Hills.
Our mission is to deliver O&M services to blind & vision impaired adults and children throughout communities in Queensland. Our O&M Specialists work across a multidisciplinary team working to enrich the lives of Queenslanders with no or low vision.
About You
Your professional input will complement existing services to provide a holistic approach in enabling clients to participate independently, confidently and safely in daily life.
You will be committed to a person-centred approach to working with people with low or no vision and bring excellence, enthusiasm and experience to the role. Your ability to strike rapid rapport and build trust with our clients, your colleagues and management is also key to being a success.
To be successful in this role you will also:
- Be working towards Certification with Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP);
- Have a developing knowledge of Orientation and Mobility and associated equipment and technology within the scope of the profession;
- Have the ability to work independently but also obtain supervision, support and debriefing as required;
- Show great communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of people;
- Have a current drivers licence.
This position requires regular travel within an allocated region on an operational basis.
For more information please view our position description by clicking here.
About Us
Guide Dogs Queensland is a leading provider of services to Queenslanders living with no or low vision. Voted one of Australia’s most trusted charities, and with thanks to the ongoing support of the community, we are able to help people with low or no vision reach their goals and experience everything life has to offer. Our services are all tailored to ensure blind and vision impaired Queenslanders can fulfil their potential and live life the way they choose.
We offer our team:
- Roles which challenge and reward you whilst allowing you to grow your skill set.
- A competitive salary in accordance with experience.
- A rewarding career where you have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of Queenslanders living with low or no vision.
- Great location, beautiful campus and dogs in the workplace.
- Close to public transport and free onsite parking.
- Great team culture.
- GDQ is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated leadership team. We support our staff with learning and development opportunities, an employee benefits program and progressive workforce management strategies.
How to Apply
Please complete the application form below and submit your covering letter explaining why you would be suitable to the role (no more than 2 pages) and a copy of your CV.
Applications close 1 April 2022.
