Driving Rehabilitation Specialist - Occupational Therapist
Rehab Without Walls is seeking a highly qualified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist to join our Home & Community–based Neurorehabilitation Program in San Francisco, CA. This PRN opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinician passionate about helping individuals safely and confidently return to driving as a critical step toward independence and community reintegration.
About the role
This certification-driven and expertise-focused role requires both Driver Rehabilitation Specialist credentials (CDRS or DRP) and Occupational Therapy licensure. The ideal candidate values professional autonomy, flexibility, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. Experience working with neurologic, orthopedic, or medically complex populations is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough clinical and on-road driving evaluations.
- Develop individualized driving rehabilitation plans tailored to each client’s functional abilities and goals.
- Provide adaptive driving training to support safe return to driving.
- Collaborate with referring clinicians (OT, PT, SLP, neuropsychology) to support broader recovery and community reintegration goals.
- Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
- Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
- Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources.
- Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
- Communicate with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care, and enhance patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
- Current CPR Certification.
- Minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds; moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
- Fine motor skills, visual acuity, and ability to walk/stand for extended periods.
- Additional physical requirements: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently.
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter to verify capability to perform assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
Skills
- Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS or DRP).
- Comprehensive clinical driving evaluations.
- Behind-the-wheel assessments.
- Adaptive driving training and recommendations.
Benefits
- PRN Flexibility – Create your own schedule with weekday and/or weekend options.
- Professional Autonomy – Manage your caseload while supported by an established neurorehabilitation program.
- Competitive Compensation – Aligned with current rates for Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists.
- Professional Growth – Access to continuing education and development opportunities.
- Supportive Team Environment – Be part of an interdisciplinary, mission-driven organization.
Pay
USD $70.00 - $75.00 / Hour