Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist

BrightSpring Health Services; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation in San Francisco is seeking a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist to evaluate and train individuals to drive safely, performing behind-the-wheel assessments and recommending adaptive equipment as needed. The role requires a CDRS credential, valid driver's license, and at least 2 years in driver rehabilitation or related fields.

Spanish/English bilingual is preferred; travel 75-100% is expected.

Qualifications

• Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) credential through ADED.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in driver training, mobility instruction, transportation safety, or related driver rehabilitation work.
• Experience with neurological or medically complex populations.
• Experience in rehabilitation/healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Adhere to ADED best practices and DMV regulations.
• Maintain CDRS certification through ongoing development.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Knowledge of adaptive driving equipment and vehicle modifications.
• Strong documentation, observation, and communication skills.
• Independent work in community settings.
• Travel 75-100%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive driver evaluations including intake, vision, cognitive, and behind-the-wheel assessments.
• Identify functional limitations affecting driving performance and determine readiness for training.
• Provide structured driver training using adaptive equipment as needed.
• Teach compensatory driving strategies and safe practices for neurological/physical impairments.
• Maintain DMV and ADED compliance and accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with adaptive equipment vendors and interdisciplinary team members.
• Document evaluation reports, training notes, progress summaries, and discharge recommendations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Travel 75-100%

Education

Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) credential

Job description

Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist

Job Locations

US-CA-SAN FRANCISCO

Job Information

• ID: 2026-196247
• Line of Business: Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation
• Position Type: PRN
• Pay Min: USD $70.00/Hr.
• Pay Max: USD $75.00/Hr.

Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Overview

The Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist is an educator responsible for evaluating and training individuals with physical, cognitive, or visual impairments to drive safely. The CDRS conducts clinical and behind-the-wheel assessments and recommends specialized adaptive equipment. The instruction is documented to create rehabilitation plans and collaborate to ensure safe, independent mobility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, evidence based driver evaluations, including intake interview and background review, vision screening, cognitive, perceptual, motor, and reaction-time assessments, and behind-the-wheel assessment in adaptive or standard vehicle.
• Identify functional limitations impacting driving performance.
• Determine readiness for learning new driving skills or returning to driving.
• Provide structured, individualized driver training sessions using adaptive equipment as needed.
• Teach compensatory strategies and safe driving behaviors for individuals with neurological and physical impairments.
• Maintain adherence to DMV driver safety requirements and ADED DRS standards.
• Recommend appropriate adaptive driving equipment, vehicle modifications, and technology based on client needs. Collaborate with adaptive equipment vendors for fitting, ordering, or installation.
• Train clients in safe use of adaptive equipment.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation including evaluation reports, training notes, progress summaries, and discharge recommendations. Provide written recommendations to referral sources, physicians, case managers, insurers, and families.
• Maintain records consistent with RWW and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (OT/SLP/PT, neuropsychology, case management). Communicate with physicians regarding medical clearance and fitness to drive status.
• Participate in team meetings and care planning discussions.
• Provide education to clients, families, and caregivers regarding driving expectations and safety.

Qualifications

• Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) credential through ADED (Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in driver training, mobility instruction, transportation safety, or related driver rehabilitation work.
• Experience working with neurological or medically complex populations (TBI, stroke, SCI, cognitive impairments).
• Experience working within a rehabilitation or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Adhere to ADED best practices, ethics, and professional guidelines for driver rehabilitation.
• Ensure compliance with DMV laws, RWW safety requirements, and insurance rules.
• Maintain safe operation and cleanliness of company driver rehab vehicle(s).
• Maintain current CDRS certification through ongoing professional development.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of adaptive driving equipment, vehicle modification processes, state driving laws, and functional impairments related to TBI/ABI and neurological disorders
• Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in community settings.
• Travel 75-100%

About our Line of Business

Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $70.00 - $75.00 / Hour