Rehabilitation Specialist

Cognitive Rehabilitation Specialist

Location: Troy, MI

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and motivated Cognitive Rehabilitation Specialist to support individuals in strengthening their cognitive abilities, developing independent living skills, and improving their overall quality of life. This role focuses on creating and implementing engaging activities that promote memory, attention, problem-solving, social interaction, and personal growth.

The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with individuals, developing meaningful activities, providing individualized support, and fostering a positive and encouraging environment. Responsibilities will include leading cognitive exercises, assisting with daily living skills, coordinating community outings, documenting client progress, and collaborating with team members to ensure a supportive and engaging program experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead individualized cognitive activities designed to improve memory, attention, problem-solving, and other cognitive functions.
• Create and oversee engaging projects, crafts, and recreational activities that encourage creativity and participation.
• Provide one-on-one guidance and support to clients based on their individual needs.
• Assist clients in developing independent living skills, including cooking, meal preparation, cleaning, sanitation, and organization.
• Encourage social interaction, relationship-building, and community involvement through group activities and outings.
• Promote physical activity, emotional well-being, positive self-esteem, and overall mental health.
• Safely transport clients to and from program activities and assist with community errands, including grocery shopping.
• Research new activity and project ideas and coordinate the purchase and organization of necessary supplies.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation of program activities, client progress, transportation logs, and incident reports.
• Ensure program spaces, supplies, food stations, and common areas remain clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Monitor food inventory, label and date grocery items, and maintain appropriate refrigerator cleanliness.
• Maintain the monthly activity calendar and communicate upcoming events and program activities.
• Monitor and respond to program-related communications in a timely manner.
• Participate in required monthly training sessions and follow all established program policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal team members, clients, families, and external contacts to support program goals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience working with individuals in a rehabilitation, healthcare, behavioral health, social services, or related setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and supportive approach when working with individuals with varying needs.
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop engaging activities and meaningful programming.
• Ability to provide individualized assistance while encouraging independence and personal growth.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely transport clients as needed.
• Ability to complete required training and maintain program protocols.

Schedule & Working Conditions

• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.
• Local travel required approximately 25% of the time.
• Frequent interaction with clients, employees, families, and external stakeholders.
• Work environment may involve regular noise, a steady flow of people, and changing priorities.
• Lunch break provided, with the opportunity to enjoy meals prepared by staff and clients.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to walk, sit, stand, drive, stoop, bend, carry, stretch, and climb stairs throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, maintain concentration, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive while on duty.
• Ability to manage stressful situations, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing program needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

APEX Placement and Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.