• Job Description

  Req#: 5053199
  Salary: $39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually
  Location : Pitt County, NC
  Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 25-00284 EIPD 60043096
  Department: Dept of Health and Human Services
  Division: Blind Services
  Opening Date: 09/08/2025
  Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
  Job Class Title: Vision Rehabilitation Specialist
  Position Number: 60043096
  Salary Grade: NC09
  
  Description of Work
  Position is funded in part through federal funds.
  
  ***THIS IS A REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY***
  
  Recruitment Range: $39,6741.00 - $61,987.00
  
  Do you have or are you working on any of the following certifications?
  1. Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT)
  2. Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT)
  3. Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
  4. Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist
  
  If so, we would love to speak to you about joining our team! Come make a difference in the lives of adults with low vision.
  
  Since 1935, the mission of the North Carolina Division of Services for the Blind (DSB) has been to enable people who are visually impaired, blind, and deafblind to reach their goals of independence and employment.
  
  Position provides individualized orientation and mobility assessments and training for consumers who are blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind. This position provides instruction in specialized skill areas that will enable the consumers to achieve their independent living, travel, and employment goals.
  
  We're seeking passionate individuals who embody the values of compassion, integrity, and teamwork. Here's what you'll do to make a difference:
  
  
  • Assess client's needs, goals, readiness and motivation to learn orientation and mobility skills.
  • Determine client's understanding of spatial and directional concepts.
  • Provide one-on-one instruction including concepts and techniques such as sensory/concept development, pre-caneskills, sighted guide, cane techniques, route. planning/travel in a variety of situations, soliciting situations, use of public transportation, use of residual vision/low vision aids, orientation to electronic travel aids and preparation for travel.
  • Assess a consumer's need for mobility regarding previous O & M training, residual vision, the individual needs of the consumer, the physical and mental condition of the consumer, and their motivation to be independent in this area.
  • Identify locomotor, auditory, visual, or other physical problems and refer consumer to appropriate specialist resources.
  To see the impact of DSB's involvement in the community, please click on the links below:
  
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  About the NC Division of Services for the Blind (DSB):
  
  The Division of Services for the Blind provides services to people who are visually impaired, blind and deaf- blind to help them reach their goals of independence and employment.
  About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
  
  The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
  Compensation and Benefits:
  The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for .
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
  Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
  
  The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
  
  • In-depth knowledge of the restrictive effects of visual impairments, mobility theories, techniques, and methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability teaching consumers of all ages with an understanding of the unique needs of the various age ranges.
  • Knowledge of the variety of orientation and mobility devices.
  • Demonstrated skill in the use of mobility equipment.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  
  Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
  
  Bachelor's degree in visual impairment field from an appropriately accredited institution and certification by the Academy for Certification of Education and Rehabilitation Professionals (ACVREP) as:
  (1) Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT), or
  (2) Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, or
  (3) Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS), or
  (4) Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist as needed for the area of assignment;
  
  OR
  
  Bachelor's degree in a related field such as rehabilitation counseling or social work and three years of direct service experience with individuals who are blind or visually impaired and certification as indicated above as needed for the area of assignment.
  
  Applicants who do not possess certification are required to obtain certification within two years from the date of employment.
  
  Management has the option of choosing certification requirements based on the area of assignment in order to meet the needs of the clients and the program.
  Supplemental and Contact Information
  The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
  DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
  In accordance with Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously Justice System Involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
  Application Process
  
  Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
  
  • Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
  • Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
  • If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
  • Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
  • Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
  • Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
  • For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at .
  
  
  Degree/College Credit Verification
  
  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
  Military Experience
  
  • Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
  • Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
  
  
  ADA Accommodations
  
  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
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  CONTACT INFORMATION
  
  If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
  NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
  For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
  
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  I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information in my application. (NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.
  
  02
  
  The recruitment range for this position is $39,671.00 to $61,987.00. If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $39,671.00 to $61,987.00?
  • Yes, I am willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range.
  • No, I am not willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range.
  
  03
  
  What is your highest level of education? (In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Education on your application)
  • Master's Degree or higher
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Associate's Degree
  • High school or equivalent
  • None of the above
  
  04
  
  Which of the following are you currently certified by the Academy for Certification for Education and Rehabilitation Professionals? (In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the "Certificates & Licenses" section on your application). Please check all that apply.
  • Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT)
  • Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT)
  • Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
  • Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist
  • None of the above
  • All of the above
  
  05
  
  To receive credit for relevant professional certifications you must attach documented proof of your active certifications to this application in addition to including the information regarding your certifications in the "Certificates and Licenses" section.
  • Yes, I understand
  
  06
  
  Please describe your experience with providing O&M assessment and training services to individuals with vision loss and deaf blindness? Please be specific.
  07
  
  Have you worked with an agency or an office that serves individuals with blindness, deaf blindness, and vision loss? If you answered "yes", please provide specific details about your experience with working with individuals with blindness, deaf blindness and vision loss. If you answered "no", please type N/A.
  08
  
  Do you have experience with completing assessments as a O&M specialist and providing information on results to staff members and clients? If you answered "yes", please provide specific details about your experience with working with completing assessments as a O&M specialist and providing information on results to staff members and clients.If you answered "no", please type N/A.
  09
  
  Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
  • NC Jobs
  • Employee Referral
  • Conference / Career Fair
  • Email campaign
  • Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • NC Nursing Board email
  • Google
  • Other General Job Boards
  • Other Search Engines
  • Other Social Media
  • Internet Advertisement
  • TV / Radio
  
  10
  
  Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.)
  Required Question

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