Office Assistant (VISIONS Headquarters and VISIONS at Selis Manor)

The role of the Office Assistant is to ensure that the facilities and office services are maintained and run smoothly, such as changing light bulbs, making sure all office equipment (fax machine, copiers etc.) is working properly, restocking paper in the copy machines, mailing shipments, etc. This position plays a key role in responding to facility and general office requests. Must be a self-starter, be able to interface with a diverse group of people, and work well in a team environment. Must be willing to take on simple and complex tasks and respond efficiently and enthusiastically to all internal and external requests. […]

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NYS Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Job Description Job Title: NYS Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)Department: Rehabilitation, Workforce and YouthEmployee Status: Exempt Professional-Learned ProfessionalReports to: Director of Social WorkSalary Range: $70,000-$72,000 per year Summary This position encompasses three distinct components: social casework with blind participants and their families, assistance with concrete benefits, and outreach to recruit potential participants. The Licensed Master Social Worker offers […]

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Archived VISIONS Status Updates

Update 6: May 11, 2020 During these uncertain times, we remain committed to serving the needs of participants who are blind and visually impaired, living in all boroughs of NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland County, and several counties in New Jersey. We are proud to provide the following updates regarding our continued vision rehabilitation services […]

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Nonprofit advocates call for $100M state investment into their infrastructure

Source: NYN First Read Advocates are calling on New York state to make a recurring $100 million investment into a program that allows nonprofits to access funds for infrastructure projects as part of this year’s budget. Established in 2015, the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program allows nonprofits to apply for grants to help them make technological […]

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Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS), Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT), Dual Trained

Job Title:    Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS), Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT), Dual TrainedDepartment: Rehabilitation ServicesEmployee Status: Exempt Professional-Learned ProfessionalReports To:  Senior Director of Rehabilitation Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Definition: Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapists (CVRTs) work with visually impaired individuals to reestablish or develop independent living skills.  CVRTs are knowledgeable in methods of working […]

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