Case Manager for the Blind

Position: Case Manager for the Blind

Talladega Regional Center | Office of Field Services

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, Deaf Blind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year. Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

AIDB Regional Centers provides a continuum of services to individuals from infancy through adulthood. The Case Manager for the Blind must have knowledge of state and federal laws and resources pertaining to consumers who are Blind, Visually Impaired, and DeafBlind. This person will be responsible for providing regularly scheduled appointments for consumers, families, and agency personnel as needed within the Birmingham region and must have experience working with adults and/or school-age children who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind. This person must have a passion for working with students, staff, parents, and community partners. Communication with students, staff, and partner organizations is a vital part of this position; strong writing, speaking, and public relations skills required. 

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB’s culture is reinforced and that employees feel connected, recognized, and proud to be a part of the company. You will play a vital role in the lives of our consumers and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, a positive attitude, and professional maturity. 

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, Human Services, Education, or Rehabilitation Studies. 
• Experience: Must have at least one (1) year of experience working with adults and/or school-age children who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Consumer Instruction & Support

• Independent Living: Assist consumers with independent living skills. 
• Assistive Technology: Provide assistive technology demonstrations, trainings, and technical assistance for individuals who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind. 
• Referral & Advocacy: Function as the referral and resource person for consumers, agencies, and the general public, while acting as a liaison and advocate for Blind, Visually Impaired, and DeafBlind services. 
• Flexibility: Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) with some travel.

Administration & Collaboration

• Rehabilitation Knowledge: Must be knowledgeable of the rehabilitation process. 
• Records & Reporting: Maintain accurate records (including data entry) and submit monthly reports as requested. 
• Paperwork: Submit required paperwork in a timely manner to the Regional Center Secretary and Director. 
• Agency Collaboration: Contact agencies and businesses for individual clients on an as-needed basis. 
• Teamwork: Collaborate with the Director, Case Manager for the Deaf, Interpreter Coordinator, and State and community agencies to provide services for consumers. Work as an effective team member of the Talladega Regional Center. 

Outreach & Development

• Community Education: Plan and participate in community education programs such as training sessions, university classes, workshops, and conferences related to Blindness. 
• Program Coordination: Develop and coordinate programs and services for consumers as needed. 
• Public Relations: Promote positive communication between the Regional Center and the Blind, Visually Impaired, and DeafBlind community. 
• Board Representation: Serve on state, local, and national boards, advisory committees, advisory councils, and professional organizations with the Regional Director’s approval. 

Professional Development and Certifications

• Braille Proficiency: Must obtain a Braille Proficiency Score of 90% within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment. 
• Ethics & Compliance: Demonstrate professional conduct by compliance with the Alabama Ethics Law. 

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available-Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
• Deferred compensation options available
• Paid time off.
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Onsite Daycare (Talladega)

SALARY: $50,038-$75,266 Scale PI, Rank 53 (260 Days)

Direct deposit is required; bi-weekly payroll. 

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 6/16/26