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 (by August 2026) Flexible scheduling, In-field work, Brooklyn resident preferred. Must be able to take 3 cases in Manhattan.
- 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/hr to start. Medical,vision and dental insurance after 60 days of employment.
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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Bachelors (minimally) degree in Psychology (mandatory)?
- Do you currently reside in Brooklyn?
- Are you available during the day and early afternoon to work with clients doing home and community visits?
- Do you have experience writing and implementing behavior plans?
- Are you able to travel to Manhattan for 3 cases? (Remaining cases are in Brooklyn)
- Do you have a car? (not mandatory)
Education:
Experience:
- working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Drivers License (Required)
Location:
Work Location: On the road
