REHABILITATION INSTRUCTOR

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid holidays

Maternity leave

Job summary

The Rehabilitation Instructor position at the State Hospital in Little Rock empowers individuals with disabilities to regain independence by designing and implementing personalized rehabilitation programs. You will focus on skill-building, adaptive techniques, and emotional support to help clients reach personal and social goals.

Working with healthcare professionals, educators, and families, you will monitor progress, adjust plans, and advocate for access and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in adaptive technologies, mobility aids, and instructional strategies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity are essential for building trust and rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' abilities, needs, and goals to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.
• Teach adaptive techniques, such as mobility, communication, daily living skills, and employment-related tasks.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, educators, and families to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, providing feedback and modifying programs as needed.
• Offer emotional support and counseling to clients and families, fostering confidence and resilience.
• Document progress and maintain detailed records for program evaluation and reporting purposes.
• Stay informed of advancements in rehabilitation methods, tools, and technologies.
• Advocate for accessibility, inclusion, and disability rights within the community.

Skills

Adaptive tech

Mobility aids

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Science or related field

Job description

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Position Number: 22157103
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: October 28, 2026

This position is located at the Arkansas State Hospital, a 24/7 behavioral health facility, in Little Rock.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Medical – Rehabilitation

Classification: Rehabilitation Instructor

Class Code: MRE03P

Pay Grade: MED02

Salary Range: $53,558 – $79,266

Job Summary

The Rehabilitation Instructor empowers and inspires individuals with disabilities or physical limitations to regain independence and improve their quality of life. They design and implement personalized rehabilitation programs, focusing on skill-building, adaptive techniques, and emotional support. The Rehabilitation Instructor often works with clients in healthcare, educational, or community settings, enabling them to achieve their personal, professional, and social goals.

Primary Responsibilities

Assess clients' abilities, needs, and goals to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.Teach adaptive techniques, such as mobility, communication, daily living skills, and employment-related tasks.Collaborate with healthcare professionals, educators, and families in an attempt to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, providing feedback and modifying programs as needed.Offer emotional support and counseling to clients and families, fostering confidence and resilience.Document progress and maintain detailed records for program evaluation and reporting purposes.Stay informed of advancements in rehabilitation methods, tools, and technologies.Advocate for accessibility, inclusion, and disability rights within the community.

Knowledge and Skills

Proficiency in adaptive technologies, mobility aids, and instructional strategies.Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity are essential for building trust and rapport with clients.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Special Education, or a related field.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or a related field (internship, volunteer work, or professional positions).

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.