Rehabilitation Officer Visual Impairment

Hours: Part Time (22.2 Hours)

Position: Permanent

Salary: £28,840 

Closing Date:  Ongoing 

Length of contract - Fixed-term ending 31st March 2025

Qualification -Honours Degree or Dip. H. E./Foundation Degree in Rehabilitation Studies (Visual Impairment) or equivalent required.

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Role Outline

 

To identify, deliver and evaluate professional rehabilitation interventions to visually impaired people to enhance their skills and confidence to maximise their independence.

 

To assess and provide support plans to help people at risk from harm or becoming dependent on others due to their sight loss.

 

To act as an advocate for visually impaired people and the organisation to help promote accessible services; equality; social integration and understanding of the impact of sight loss.

 

About Us

Galloway’s is the leading local charity supporting people affected by sight loss in Lancashire and Sefton. Our aim is to reach people as early as possible in their sight loss journey with support that makes a real difference to their lives. Working at Galloway’s is incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. We are an ambitious team with plans for significant growth over the next three years. It really is an exciting time to join our team.  

 

How to Apply

If you would like to arrange an informal chat or meeting to discuss the role please contact HR on 01772 744148. If you would like to discuss the application process, please email recruitment@galloways.org.uk

 

Contact Details

Galloway's Society for the Blind

Howick House, Howick Park Avenue

Penwortham Preston PR1 0LS

Telephone: 01772 744148

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please get in touch as early as possible. 

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