Travel Orientation and Mobility Specialist - $1,305 per week

Allied Support for Kids

Houston, TX
5 days ago

$1,305 Per Week

Highlights

Whether supporting students in the classroom or caring for young patients in clinical environments, A.S.K empowers therapists and clinicians to make an authentic, lasting difference in the lives of children and families. At Ardor Health, our journey began in 2001 with a simple, powerful belief: passionate clinicians can transform lives, especially when they are embedded in the communities where children learn, grow, and thrive.

Numbers & Facts

Location

Houston, TX

Description

Allied Support for Kids is seeking a travel Orientation and Mobility Specialist for a travel job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 35 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary for Part-Time O&M Specialist (Houston, TX)

- Evaluate and instruct students with visual impairments to promote safe, confident, and independent travel skills.
- Provide individualized instruction in spatial awareness, route planning, orientation, and cane travel in various environments.
- Conduct orientation and mobility assessments to determine student abilities and needs.
- Develop measurable goals and objectives for students and participate in ARD/IEP meetings to support educational planning.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and other service providers to address mobility needs and accommodations.
- Maintain accurate records of assessments, student progress, service delivery, and required reports in line with Texas regulations.
- Hold current certification as a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) or meet other agency requirements.
- Possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Orientation and Mobility, Visual Impairment, Special Education, Rehabilitation, or related field.
- Meet Texas employment requirements, including background checks and fingerprinting.
- Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, assessment, and instructional skills for working with students and multidisciplinary teams.

Allied Support for Kids Job ID #JPC -1630789. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Part-Time Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist

About Allied Support for Kids

Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K): Empowering Clinicians to Shape the Future of Kids

At Ardor Health, our journey began in 2001 with a simple, powerful belief: passionate clinicians can transform lives, especially when they are embedded in the communities where children learn, grow, and thrive. Today, we are proud to reconnect with that legacy in a bold new way through Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K), a dedicated initiative designed to create meaningful impact in both school and pediatric settings.

A.S.K is more than a staffing program. It is a purpose driven movement that brings together Ardor’s deep history of school based clinical placements with a growing network of pediatric focused opportunities nationwide. Whether supporting students in the classroom or caring for young patients in clinical environments, A.S.K empowers therapists and clinicians to make an authentic, lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

Why A.S.K Matters

Impact that goes beyond care. This is more than a job. It is service, advocacy, and community engagement. A.S.K clinicians are not only providers, but mentors, allies, and champions for kids.

A return to our roots. Ardor Health was founded on strong partnerships within school communities. A.S.K strengthens that foundation while expanding our reach into pediatric care settings where the need is growing every day.

Flexible, meaningful opportunities. From classroom support to pediatric clinics and specialized care environments, A.S.K offers assignments that align with your passion, expertise, and career goals.

Who A.S.K Serves

Clinicians seeking purposeful pediatric and school based roles where their skills can create measurable change.

School districts and healthcare facilities looking for tailored staffing solutions that directly support student and patient success.

Therapy students and new graduates ready to launch careers centered on impact, growth, and purpose.

With A.S.K, helping kids is not just a career. It is a calling. We are here to provide the opportunities, support, and partnership clinicians need to make a meaningful difference where it matters most, with kids.