Spécialiste en orientation et mobilité
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
CONTRACT
Open Competition
Telework – Flexible within New-Brunswick

Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!

Who we are:
The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

The employees of The department of EECD develop programs and offer services that support parents and educators and encourage learners from birth to 20 years old, to achieve lasting and transferable learning that will serve them throughout their lives.

What you will do:
Reporting to the Director of the Autism Learning Partnership, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing the functional abilities of learners in the Francophone education sector in the areas of orientation & mobility and, potentially, in their development and daily living activities.

As a rehabilitation professional, they will identify and implement appropriate interventions to support skill development across the different areas of the Extended Core Curriculum, a specialized intervention program for children and students with visual impairments, including:
• Orientation and mobility
• Sensory development
• Independence in daily living activities
They will work closely with parents, specialist teachers for children and students with visual impairments, and school staff to ensure a collaborative and individualized approach.
• Conduct functional assessments to identify children's needs and propose appropriate intervention strategies.
• Design and implement individualized and group interventions aimed at promoting children's independence and active participation in their environments.
• Develop interventions to support the acquisition of body, spatial, and environmental concepts.
• Assess, provide, and teach the use of the white cane, identification cane, or mobility aid cane (if certified as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist).
• Provide recommendations to improve the visual accessibility of school and community environments to maximize the autonomy and safety of learners with visual impairments.
• Document interventions and ensure thorough follow-up.
• Deliver services in various settings (home, early learning centers, school, community).
• Organize and lead awareness activities for school and community audiences.
• Stay informed about best practices in visual impairment support.

Who you are:
You are a person passionate about developing the potential of children, students, and inclusion. Independent yet able to work effectively in a team, you demonstrate respect and a strong professional ethic. You have a talent for collaborating with various stakeholders and professionals. Your constant focus on innovation and continuous improvement sets you apart. With strong communication skills, you are creative in problem-solving and possess leadership qualities that allow you to positively influence teamwork.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Required Competencies:

• Hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy with 5 years of experience.
• Be a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists
• Be a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
• 2 years of experience in community pediatrics
• Be open to receiving training in the field of visual impairment.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• A valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends occasionally.

Written and spoken competence in French and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have:

• Hold a certification recognized by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist or in another field related to visual impairment, which is an asset.
• Ability to work independently in a mobile work environment.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgement
• Commitment to Learning
• Creative Thinking / Innovation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Flexibility
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical Competencies:

• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
• Written Communication

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:
Pay Band 6 - $76,622 – $101,920 annually.

Work environment:

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton
• Possibility of remote work within New Brunswick
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation
• 1.25 days/month of paid sick time

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by March 30, 2025, indicating competition number 24-2000-C50. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resources Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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