Rehabilitation Specialist

Rehabilitation SpecialistThe Rehabilitation Specialist will help clients cope with the effects of their disabilities as they relate to independent living. Responsibilities will include providing rehab assessments and developing a client strength based psychosocial rehabilitation recovery approach that focuses on the whole person. The position is responsible for providing hands-on support with living skills, and education both within groups and as individuals. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings; completes necessary documentation including assessments/recovery plans/progress notes/discharge summary, develops curriculums and facilitates group experience for clients on multiple topics. The position will provide a variety of case management and housing-related services to residential clients to facilitate their adjustment to and integration into the residence and into the community.Additional RequirementsAt least 4 years of experience in a therapeutic setting providing support services to SMI individuals.Documentation skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationInterpersonal skillsResolving conflictAbility to perform in a busy, changing, multi-tasking work environment.Organizational and documentation skills.Proficient in Microsoft applications.Education Requirements: Bachelor required; Master preferred.Valid driver's license in good standingProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, WORD, Excel, PowerPoint) and database navigation required.Location: Jamaica, NYPay: $59-65k