Rehabilitation Specialist - #1408154

Rehabilitation Specialist FULL-TIME Springfield, MA, US Requisition ID

2859 Salary Range: \$26.00 To \$26.00 Hourly VIABILITY is a

community-based human services provider of employment services, job

training, vocational rehabilitation, and skill building, with a focus on

inclusion, access, and individual choice. Accredited by CARF and

certified by Clubhouse International, VIABILITY leverages community and

employer partnerships to create opportunities for the people we serve to

live, learn, work, and thrive in their communities. We are mission

driven, aiming always to empower, embrace differences and be BETTER

TOGETHER in our approach to service more than 4,000 individuals

throughout Massachusetts, and in areas of Connecticut, New York, Rhode

Island, and Oklahoma. \*\*\$500 sign on bonus (\$250 at the completion

of first week of training and \$250 after successfully completion of

first 90 days)\*\* Position: Rehabilitation Specialist - Full Time

Location: Springfield, MA Hours: 40 hours per week Rate of Pay: \$26.00

Per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Summary: Responsible

for gathering data, documenting and presenting each member\'s goals and

objectives in accordance with ISP regulations; coordinating services

with case managers and parent/guardians of program member\'s goals and

objectives, issues, concerns and abilities; and ensuring the provision

of high quality services. The Rehabilitation Specialist is also

responsible for overseeing the screening and prioritizing of referrals;

documenting member progress; implementing behavior management

strategies; investigating incidents and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High School diploma with 5 years related experience OR

Associate\'s degree with three years related experience OR Bachelor\'s

degree with one year related experience. Knowledge of and respect for

diverse populations. Previous experience working in human services

preferred. Requirements: 2 years of previous case management or care

Management Experience Required. Ability To Use Computers To Include

Microsoft Word, data entry, email and internet essential. Experience in

Credible preferred. Must be organized, detail-oriented, have solid time

management skills and be able to work in a fast-paced multi-tasking

environment. Demonstrated ability to deliver high level of customer

service/satisfaction with both internal and external customers.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills. Must have a

valid driver\'s license, good driving record, use of vehicle and

willingness to transport participants in personal and/or agency vehicle.