Education Specialist (Neuro Behavioral Program)

@ Richmond Center
Richmond Centerrichmondcenter.com

Education Specialist (Neuro Behavioral Program)

Staten Island, NY
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Richmond Center in Staten Island offers rehab and skilled nursing. We seek a creative, compassionate Education Specialist to serve residents with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Join a dedicated team committed to quality of life and dignity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • Experience with cognitive challenges
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Creative and empathetic approach
  • Reliable and organized

Qualifications

  • Relevant educational background
  • Experience in mental health or disability support
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Motivated to engage residents
  • Effective communication skills

Full job description

Richmond Center is hiring an Education Specialist / Activity Coordinator in Staten Island, NY.


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We are seeking a creative and compassionate professional to join our Recreation Department, working with residents in our TBI Neuro Behavioral Program. This is a meaningful opportunity for someone passionate about education, mental health, and therapeutic engagement.

DUTIES:

  • Assess residents’ cognitive and functional levels

  • Plan and implement educational and cognitively stimulating programs

  • Lead group and one-on-one sessions tailored to individual needs and abilities

  • Support residents with cognitive, mental health, and physical disabilities

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to enhance quality of life through structured programming

  • Maintain appropriate documentation and progress notes

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Psychology, Human Development, Mental Health, or a related field preferred

  • Experience working with individuals with cognitive or behavioral challenges is a plus

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Creative, empathetic, and team-oriented approach

  • Must be reliable, organized, and motivated to engage residents in meaningful activities

About us:

Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

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