Rehab & Mobility Coordinator (Co-op)

The Boston Home; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Home is seeking a Rehab Specialist (co-op) to learn and coordinate care for people with complex disabilities while supporting therapy services from physical, occupational, and speech therapists and rehab aides.

The specialist will gain hands-on experience with wheeled mobility, assistive technology, and specialized medical care for adults with advanced MS and related diseases in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist rehab staff to transfer, reposition, and facilitate mobility for clients.
• Support repairs and revisions to power mobility options and customized assistive technology.
• Transport clients around the facility and campus as directed by rehab staff.
• Follow prescribed exercise programs to complete basic range‑of‑motion, assisted motion, and setup/removal from specialized medical equipment.
• Document simple data on duties performed and follow-up required using available communication channels.
• Offer basic problem‑solving for operation of power wheelchairs and basic assistive technology to support resident independence.

Job description

The Boston Home is seeking a Rehab Specialist (co-op) to learn and coordinate care for people with complex disabilities while supporting therapy services from physical, occupational, and speech therapists and rehab aides.

The specialist will gain hands-on experience with wheeled mobility, assistive technology, and specialized medical care for adults with advanced MS and related diseases in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.