Rehabilitation Specialist

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

FT Rehabilitation Specialist

Hiring Immediately

Should be able to travel to Augusta a couple of days a week

M-F- 40 hrs a week

Payrate- $18.75/hr. or up based on experience

OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.

SUMMARY

The Rehabilitation Specialist coordinates activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assesses client needs and designs and implements rehabilitation programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.

• Performs skill training, cognitive remediation, job coaching, and behavior management objectives in accordance with treatment plan.

• Reinforces appropriate client behavior and skills in residential, community and day/vocational settings, utilizing direct feedback, role-playing, modeling and behavior modification techniques.

• Maintains current and complete client records in accordance with program standards, corporate, licensing and regulatory policies.

• Collects and reports data relevant to rehabilitation goals and administrative policy.

• Prepares communication book, treatment plan and other clinical documentation as assigned.

• Arranges for or transports clients to all planned activities in the community.

• Assists in the planning, scheduling, implementation and evaluations of social, emotional, recreational, vocational and related therapeutic programs for the clients.

• Develops and implements, with supervisory input, schedule to ensure adequate direct care coverage and assistance in emergency coverage.

• Assists with emergency coverage and crisis intervention for all clients as needed and participates in rotational on-call program

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None required

Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma

• Three years of rehab experience, or Associates Degree or technical certification/licensure with one year related experience or equivalent, or Bachelors Degree in related field, no experience required.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• None required

Other Skills and Abilities:

• N/A

Other Requirements:

• Travel as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

AMERICAN WITH DISABILITY STATEMENT

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.