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Rehabilitation Instructor
The Rehabilitation Instructor empowers and inspires individuals with disabilities or physical limitations to regain independence and improve their quality of life. They design and implement personalized rehabilitation programs, focusing on skill-building, adaptive techniques, and emotional support. The Rehabilitation Instructor often works with clients in healthcare, educational, or community settings, enabling them to achieve their personal, professional, and social goals.
Class Code:
MRE03P
Job Grade:
MED02
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Assess clients’ abilities, needs, and goals to develop tailored rehabilitation plans. Teach adaptive techniques, such as mobility, communication, daily living skills, and employment-related tasks. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, educators, and families in an attempt to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation. Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress, providing feedback and modifying programs as needed. Offer emotional support and counseling to clients and families, fostering confidence and resilience. Document progress and maintain detailed records for program evaluation and reporting purposes. Stay informed of advancements in rehabilitation methods, tools, and technologies. Advocate for accessibility, inclusion, and disability rights within the community.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Proficiency in adaptive technologies, mobility aids, and instructional strategies. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity are essential for building trust and rapport with clients.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Special Education, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or a related field (internship, volunteer work, or professional positions). Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
Required Certificates:
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Exempt:
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