Education Specialist (Neuro Behavioral Program)

@ Richmond Center
Richmond Centerrichmondcenter.com

Education Specialist (Neuro Behavioral Program)

Staten Island, New York
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About the job

Richmond Center in Staten Island offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The Education Specialist role focuses on creating engaging educational activities for residents with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Join our caring healthcare team. We support residents' dignity and independence.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Education or related
  • Experience with cognitive challenges
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Creative and empathetic
  • Reliable and organized

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Experience in mental health
  • Team-oriented approach
  • Motivated to engage residents

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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