Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker / Visual Impairment

Job Description

Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker (Visual Impairment) with a qualification as either a Mobility Instructor or Rehabilitation Worker and experience of working with people who are blind and partially sighted is required by a well-established Charity.SALARY: £33.129 - £37,269 per annumBENEFITS: 26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. A generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashbackscheme.LOCATION: There are two roles available - one located in or around the Glasgow area and the other supporting Dundee/Perth/Fife/Angus areasJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, 9am - 5pm Monday to FridayPlease Note: A current driving licence is required, or the ability to demonstrate how to complete the role without oneAPPLICATION PROCESS: Once weve reviewed your CV, we will email over some extra details regarding the application process that you will need to complete as soon as possible. Please keep an eye out for our email.JOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker (Visual Impairment), known within the organisation as a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist, with a qualification as either a Mobility Instructor or RehabilitationWorker and experience of working with people who are blind and partially sighted.The Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker (Visual Impairment) is trained to support visually impaired adults, helping them to develop and maintain the independence and confidence they need to progress in the home, at work, socially and help themto adjust to new situations.Through personalisation, the Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker (Visual Impairment) will work directly with individuals to holistically assess their needs and develop and deliver a bespoke programme of training in skills, wellbeing and copingstrategies.DUTIESYour duties and responsibilities as the Rehabilitation Officer / Rehabilitation Worker (Visual Impairment) will include:

• Co-produce an action plan which is tailored to meet individual clients needs and goals to enable progress and maximise their independence

• Input and maintain client records

• Build on the information already gained from initial contact or referral information about a client

• Identify ambitions and challenges facing each client and their families

• Together with the client, prepare a plan to deliver outcomes, including facilitating referrals and signposting where required

• Assess the orientation and mobility needs, (including functional vision), capabilities, abilities and skills-gaps for clients seeking to improve their mobility

• Assess and identify the broader needs and skills gaps of the person

• Deliver a staged training plan in line with the specific needs and capabilities related to the customers desired outcomes. Provide information to clients on alternative services and equipment available, as such needs arise

• Be confident in advising the client on appropriate technologies to support independence and integrate technology into service delivery

• Regularly review, evaluate and agree client skills progress and outcomes throughout training and adapt and update

• Contribute to Fundraising initiatives assist in generating income

• Data management/Compliance/Administration

• Lead, inspire, train and mentor trainee staff to achieve agreed objectives within available resources

• Use technical knowledge and experience to observe, assess and coach trainee and provide professional technical expertise

WORKING AT THE CHARITYWorking at the Charity is much more than just a job. Through the values that guide their work, they make a real difference, and change lives.They believe that wellbeing at work is about creating an environment to promote a state of contentment which allows all employees to flourish and achieve their full potential for the benefit of themselves and for the Charity.CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSEssential

• Qualification as either a Mobility Instructor or Rehabilitation Worker e.g. Dip HE Rehabilitation Work (Visual Impairment) or equivalent

• Evidence of continued professional development to maintain current knowledge and experience within the field

• Current valid UK Driving Licence, or ability to demonstrate how to complete the role without

• Experience of working with people who are blind and partially sighted

• Has proven skills and approaches to work with people who have additional needs

• Instructional techniques. Orientation and mobility assessment and training

• Low vision assessment and training

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written

• Has good organisation and report writing skills and a commitment to Health & Safety at work

• Eligibility to work in the UK

As this role requires an Enhanced Disclosure check the start date for the successful candidate will only be confirmed upon receipt of the check.The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom they work. They expect all of their employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.