Director of Rehab

Kavana Living; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeteria

Fitness center

Pool

Jacuzzi

Job summary

Allegria Village in Dearborn, MI is seeking an experienced Director of Rehabilitation to lead our in-house therapy team in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

You will oversee physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services, ensure high-quality resident-centered care, maintain regulatory compliance, and partner with nursing and medical staff to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist in Michigan.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility, post-acute, long-term care, or senior living environment.
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation practices, interdisciplinary care, documentation, and regulatory standards.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the rehabilitation department (PT/OT/SLP).
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to rehabilitation staff.
• Ensure evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and timely interventions.
• Monitor progress and communicate with residents, families, and care teams.
• Promote collaborative care and participate in interdisciplinary planning meetings.
• Ensure services align with federal/state regulations and facility policies.
• Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Track department performance and staffing needs.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and performance management.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and physicians.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Interdisciplinary care

Problem-solving

Education

Michigan licensure in PT/OT/SLP

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Director of Rehabilitation

Allegria Village – Dearborn, MI
Department: Rehabilitation Services
Position Type: Full-Time
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

About Allegria Village

Allegria Village is a vibrant senior living community in Dearborn, Michigan, offering a continuum of care that includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. Our Skilled Nursing community provides a close-knit, team-oriented environment where residents receive compassionate, individualized care.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Rehabilitation to lead our in-house rehabilitation department and help ensure exceptional clinical outcomes and resident experiences.

Position Summary

The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and day-to-day operations of rehabilitation services within our Skilled Nursing Facility. This position provides clinical and operational leadership to the therapy team while collaborating closely with nursing, physicians, social services, residents, families, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate is an experienced rehabilitation professional and strong leader who is passionate about providing quality, resident-centered care while developing and supporting a high-performing therapy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the rehabilitation department, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services.

• Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and support to rehabilitation staff.

• Ensure residents receive appropriate evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and timely interventions based on their clinical needs.

• Monitor resident progress and ensure appropriate communication with residents, families, nursing, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Promote a collaborative approach to care and participate in interdisciplinary care planning and meetings.

• Ensure therapy services are provided in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.

• Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

• Track department performance, productivity, staffing, and other operational metrics.

• Assist with staffing, scheduling, recruitment, orientation, training, and performance management of rehabilitation team members.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, staff, physicians, and referral partners.

• Identify opportunities to improve clinical outcomes, resident satisfaction, efficiency, and overall quality of rehabilitation services.

• Ensure appropriate coordination of services for residents transitioning between the hospital, Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and other levels of care.

• Maintain a positive, professional, and supportive environment within the rehabilitation department.

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives as appropriate.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of Michigan.

• Previous rehabilitation leadership or management experience strongly preferred.

• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, post-acute care, long-term care, or senior living environment preferred.

• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation practices, interdisciplinary care, documentation requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing, medical providers, residents, families, and other departments.

• Strong understanding of person-centered care and a commitment to maintaining resident dignity and quality of life.

• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications.

What Makes Allegria Village Different?

• In-house rehabilitation team with an emphasis on continuity and collaboration.

• 80-bed Skilled Nursing environment that allows for a more connected, team-oriented approach to care.

• A continuum of care on one campus, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing.

• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with residents and their families.

• A supportive environment focused on quality care, teamwork, and professional growth.

• On-site amenities including a cafeteria, fitness center, pool, and jacuzzi available to staff.

• Convenient Dearborn location with access to major highways.

Why Join Our Team?

At Allegria Village, we believe exceptional resident care starts with a strong, supported team. As Director of Rehabilitation, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact not only on resident outcomes, but also on the development and success of the rehabilitation professionals you lead.

If you are an experienced rehabilitation professional who is ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dedicated therapy team, we would love to hear from you.