REHABILITATION MANAGER

Position Summary

The Rehabilitation Manager oversees the team of rehabilitation instructors and other rehabilitation personnel, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to individuals with disabilities or physical limitations. This leadership role involves strategic planning, personnel supervision, program development and quality assurance. The Rehabilitation Manager is responsible for fostering a collaborative environment, providing guidance and mentorship, and maintaining compliance with pre-determined regulatory standards. By combining expertise with a deep understanding of rehabilitation practices, the manager ensures the effective operation of rehabilitation programs.

This position requires on-site employment with no remote or hybrid options available.

Education and Professional Work Experience 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science, Occupational Therapy, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in rehabilitation services, rehabilitation instruction, rehabilitation counseling, or a related field. Extensive hands-on experience working with individuals with disabilities in varied environments. Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) may be required. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) may be required

Preferred Qualification 

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products is required, especially Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.
• Database management experience is preferred.
• The candidate must effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Master’s degree in one of the above listed disciplines and licensed as a counselor in accordance with ACA 1 7-27 301 or certified as a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in accordance with the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities                                                               

• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to manage teams and collaborate with a variety of assorted personnel.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation methods, assistive technologies, and program management techniques.
• Ability to analyze data, develop policies, and lead personnel effectively in client-centered environment.

Job Responsibilities and Expected Results 

Key Business Processes/Duties

• Supervise professional and administrative support staff by interviewing and recommending for hire, assigning, and reviewing work, training new employees, and evaluating the performance of incumbents.
• Plan, implement, and direct service delivery and responsiveness and provides support and supervisions of case management and compliance.
• Performs administrative duties, reporting, data collections, and fiscal management; and analyzes daily workloads and assignments.
• Calculate program expenditures, review case records and reports, and communicate with staff and the public.
• Develop, interpret, and implement program policies, procedures, and projects, and evaluate program and/or service delivery effectiveness and compliance.
• Serve as a team member for policy development and implementation of agency guidelines. Develop and maintain referral sources and community contacts.
• Understand and remain compliant with policies and procedures.
• Determine program or operating alternatives, advise on contract or grant development and special projects, and coordinate the exchange of information internally and externally.
• Identify program and operating needs, prepare budget requests, monitor and approve expenditures and contracts, and prepare and present program or operating information, report, training, and/or proposals.
• Maintain adequate rate of production in assigned area and required number of closures.
• Monitor and document job market information, including local industry needs and vocational skill requirements for employment, and maintain confidential records.
• Provide ARS representation on local WIOA Board.
• Preserve the integrity of all employees and client information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.