Description
We are seeking an experienced Rehabilitation Officer for Visual Impairment to join our small but friendly team in the London Borough of Lambeth.
As a Rehabilitation Officer – Visual Impairment (ROVI), you will be a highly valued member of our team and your expertise and specialism in the field of visual impairments will be vital in promoting client independence as well as improving awareness of sensory issues with our many partner agencies.
Working with blind and partially sighted children, young people and adults; you will help people with sight loss to live the life they choose by delivering specialist services that enable them to become more mobile and independent.
The ideal candidate will hold a qualification in VI Rehabilitation at Certificate/Diploma level and have at least 1 year's experience of working with VI people in the community.
You will have up-to-date knowledge on current legislation relating to visual impairment and an understanding of Safeguarding and the legislation that underpins it.
You’ll be someone who takes ownership, communicates effectively and focuses on results.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and deliver specialist rehabilitation services to individuals with visual impairments
- Promote client independence and improve awareness of sensory issues with partner agencies
- Work with blind and partially sighted children, young people and adults to enable them to become more mobile and independent
- Provide expert advice and guidance on visual impairment and rehabilitation
Benefits:
- Flexible working opportunities
- Exceptional career progression pathways
- Manageable caseloads
- Opportunity to work in the heart of Brixton, one of London’s most vibrant cultural centres
Requirements:
- Qualification in VI Rehabilitation at Certificate/Diploma level
- At least 1 year's experience of working with VI people in the community
- Up-to-date knowledge on current legislation relating to visual impairment
- Understanding of Safeguarding and the legislation that underpins it