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Counselor for the Blind, Senior

Lewiston, ID · On-site

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Counselor for the Blind, Senior Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. Starting salary may depend on experience. STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES : If you are a current ...

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How much do reader for the blind jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for reader for the blind in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a reader for the blind?

A Reader for the Blind assists visually impaired individuals by reading aloud printed or digital materials, such as books, documents, or educational content. This role can involve working one-on-one with individuals or recording audio for wider use. Readers may volunteer or be employed by organizations that support blind and visually impaired individuals. Strong reading skills, clear pronunciation, and patience are important qualities for this role.

What does a typical workday look like for a reader for the blind?

A typical day for a Reader for the Blind involves reading printed or digital materials aloud, which may include textbooks, newspapers, forms, or correspondence, either in person, over the phone, or through pre-recorded audio. You may work one-on-one with clients, within a team at an educational institution, or for an accessibility service provider, adapting your approach based on each individual's preferences and needs. Collaboration with educators, counselors, or technical staff is common to ensure the content is accessible and appropriately formatted. This role often requires flexibility, a willingness to adapt to different reading materials, and sensitivity to client confidentiality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the reader for the blind position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Reader for the Blind, you need excellent reading proficiency, clear articulation, and attention to detail, often supported by experience in reading out loud or providing educational assistance. Familiarity with accessible technology, such as screen readers and audio recording equipment, is helpful, and some organizations may require specialized training in accessibility or audio production. Patience, empathy, strong listening skills, and reliability are key soft skills for building trust with clients and adapting to their unique needs. These qualities ensure that blind or visually impaired individuals receive accurate and dependable access to written materials, enhancing their access to education and information.

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Infographic showing various Reader For The Blind job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 6% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,077 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

READER/DRIVER (CLERK) - 48006140

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Daytona Beach, FL • On-site

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Reader/Driver (Clerk) - 48006140

This is a part-time Reader/Driver (Clerk) position located within the Division of Blind Services, Career, Technology & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), located in Daytona Beach, Florida. The goal of the Division of Blind Services Employment Program is to assist individuals with visual impairments in achieving or maintaining an employment outcome that is consistent with his/her unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests, and informed choices. The incumbent will provide reading and transportation services for the CTTC; to include staff members and clients with visual impairments. The incumbent in this position will work a minimum of 20-30 hours per week up to a maximum of 40 hours as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Acts as a reader for Career, Technology, & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC) staff members.
  • Provides transportation to scheduled appointments.
  • Reads incoming mail and clears in-boxes, ensuring that all pertinent information is reviewed.
  • Faxes, scans, and copies.
  • Assists with obtaining signatures from Division of Blind Services clients.
  • Operates the state vehicle and follows all guidelines in relation to the use of the state vehicle.
  • Maintains confidentiality standards required by all State Employees.
  • Inputs work hours into the People First System.
  • All other duties required/requested to assist Center staff with work.
  • Performs other duties as requested. Some travel is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to find information and identify essential information.
  • Ability to speak and communicate clearly.
  • Ability to listen and interpret what others say and ask questions as appropriate.
  • Ability to use mathematics as needed to solve problems.
  • Knowledge of administrative/clerical procedures and systems.
  • Knowledge of basic computer software programs and applications.
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to maintain a clear driving history and a valid Florida Driver's License.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to maintain a clear driving history.
  • Ability to maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Preference will be given to candidates with: Work experience chauffeuring or providing driving services. (Limousine, Taxi, Uber, Lyft)
  • Experience working with people with disabilities.
  • Experience with light office duties (faxing, copying, scanning, answering phones, etc.).

Division of Blind Services Mission Statement:

The Division of Blind Services ensure blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), and the Braille and Talking Books Library. The Division of Blind Servies has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.

Location: Daytona Beach, FL, US

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