What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cognitive Specialist position at RJN Services for TBI?
COGNITIVE SPECIALIST
ONLY APPLICANTS WITH A DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY (BACHELORS MINIMALLY) AND AT LEAST 1 YEAR'S DOCUMENTED EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS JOB--NO EXCEPTIONS)
EOE Statement: “RJN Services for TBI is an equal opportunity employer. We thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.”
- Part-time to Full-time , Flexible scheduling, In-field work, Westchester County resident preferred. Spanish-Speaker needed.
- Bachelors degree in Psychology required with 1-3 years minimum experience working with people with disabilities
- Job duty: apply the principal of cognitive function (complex attention, executive function, learning and memory, language, perceptual-motor control, and social cognition) to educate and train clients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in the development of socially acceptable behaviors and the acquisition of independent living skills. Services provided in the home and community.
- Personal qualities we are seeking in applicants: passion for helping people with disabilities/TBI, compassionate, caring, attentive, intuitive, personable, professional, dependable, reliable, creative, research oriented, familiarity with Cognitive Rehabilitation, willingness to learn, effective communicator, tech savvy, good writer, punctual, skilled in time management, motivated and driven, and person-centered.
- $25 - $27/hr to start. Health, dental and vision insurance after 60 days (minimum 25 hours/ week to receive benefits)
About us
We are professional, supportive, and creative. Our goal is to effectively apply principles of Cognitive Rehabilitation to the training of individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Check us out at www.rjnservicesfortbi.com
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Flexible working hours
- Relaxed atmosphere
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
- In-field work
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work cases in the day and early afternoon hours?
- Do you have a degree in Psychology? (MANDATORY)
- Do you have experience writing and implementing behavior plans?
- Do you have a car?
- Do you reside in Westchester County?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- working with people with disabilities: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- state drivers license (i.e. NY) (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $25 - $27