News as one of the nation's top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only ...
News as one of the nation's top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only ...
Brain Injury Services Clinical Director
Kennebunk, ME · On-site
$90/hr
Then join our team as the Clinical Director Brain Injury Services. In this role you will champion the integrity of our Brain Injury (BI) program across the entire continuum of care from intensive ...
Brain Injury Services Clinical Director
Kennebunk, ME · On-site
$90/hr
Then join our team as the Clinical Director Brain Injury Services. In this role you will champion the integrity of our Brain Injury (BI) program across the entire continuum of care from intensive ...
Brain Injury Services Clinical Director
Kennebunk, ME · On-site
$90/hr
Then join our team as the Clinical Director Brain Injury Services. In this role you will champion the integrity of our Brain Injury (BI) program across the entire continuum of care from intensive ...
Brain Injury Services Clinical Director
Kennebunk, ME · On-site
$90/hr
Then join our team as the Clinical Director Brain Injury Services. In this role you will champion the integrity of our Brain Injury (BI) program across the entire continuum of care from intensive ...
The Brain Injury Specialist supports and motivates program participants in our residential brain injury rehabilitation facility as they address cognitive, physical, medical, behavioral and psycho ...
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The Brain Injury Specialist supports and motivates program participants in our residential brain injury rehabilitation facility as they address cognitive, physical, medical, behavioral and psycho ...
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
The Brain Injury Specialist supports and motivates program participants in our residential brain injury rehabilitation facility as they address cognitive, physical, medical, behavioral and psycho ...
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The Brain Injury Specialist supports and motivates program participants in our residential brain injury rehabilitation facility as they address cognitive, physical, medical, behavioral and psycho ...
Thu, Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Thu, Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Thu-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Wilmington, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Thu-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
Novi, MI · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
Novi, MI · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
Mental Health Therapist (Part-time)
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$33.65/hr
Join the Mental Health Counseling team at Brain Injury Services (BIS) and provide specialized, brain injury-informed counseling services within a supportive and collaborative environment. This role ...
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Mental Health Therapist (Part-time)
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$33.65/hr
Join the Mental Health Counseling team at Brain Injury Services (BIS) and provide specialized, brain injury-informed counseling services within a supportive and collaborative environment. This role ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Haverhill, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Sun 9am-9pm, Mon-Wed 3pm-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Haverhill, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Sun 9am-9pm, Mon-Wed 3pm-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential ...
Salary: $17+ Position Overview We are seeking experienced, highly reliable direct care professionals to support adults with severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in a structured, home-based setting.
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Salary: $17+ Position Overview We are seeking experienced, highly reliable direct care professionals to support adults with severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in a structured, home-based setting.
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Taunton, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Thu, Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 9am-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Taunton, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
Thu, Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 9am-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group ...
Mental Health Therapist (Part-time)
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$33.65/hr
Description Join the Mental Health Counseling team at Brain Injury Services (BIS) and provide specialized, brain injury-informed counseling services within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Mental Health Therapist (Part-time)
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$33.65/hr
Description Join the Mental Health Counseling team at Brain Injury Services (BIS) and provide specialized, brain injury-informed counseling services within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
$18.25 - $23.50/hr
... with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
$18.25 - $23.50/hr
... with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their ...
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
Novi, MI · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
Quick apply
Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker
Novi, MI · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury Care Worker) Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Career That Matters $17.00-$19.00 per hour Full-Time | Overtime Available | Stable Year-Round Employment Earn Up to a $3 ...
Sun 9am-9pm, Mon-Wed 2pm-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential ...
Sun 9am-9pm, Mon-Wed 2pm-9pm Salary: $20.75 / hour As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Merrimac, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
... with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their ...
Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)
Merrimac, MA · On-site
$20.75/hr
... with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their ...
Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (ABI Waiver) Covering Region/Community: Eastern Mission Connecticut Community Care helps people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and incomes live their best ...
Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (ABI Waiver) Covering Region/Community: Eastern Mission Connecticut Community Care helps people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and incomes live their best ...
Care Manager, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver
Franklin, CT · On-site
$54K/yr
Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (ABI Waiver) Covering Region/Community: Eastern Mission Connecticut Community Care helps people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and incomes live their best ...
Care Manager, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver
Franklin, CT · On-site
$54K/yr
Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program (ABI Waiver) Covering Region/Community: Eastern Mission Connecticut Community Care helps people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and incomes live their best ...
Brain Injury information
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Brain Injury position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Brain Injury Specialist, you need a solid background in neurology, rehabilitation therapies, and patient assessment, typically supported by a degree in a healthcare field and relevant licensure or certification. Proficiency with neuroimaging software, rehabilitation tracking systems, and documentation platforms is often required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and empathy help in building rapport with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective, tailored care to individuals recovering from brain injuries and facilitating the best possible patient outcomes.
What jobs can I do with a brain injury?
What jobs pay 4000 a week without a degree?
What are some typical challenges faced by Brain Injury Specialists, and how do they address them?
Brain Injury Specialists often encounter challenges such as working with patients who have complex cognitive, emotional, and physical needs that require individualized treatment plans. Adapting to varied recovery rates and unpredictable patient progress can be demanding, so specialists must remain flexible and creative in their therapeutic approaches. Collaboration with physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and families is essential to ensure holistic recovery. These professionals also need to manage detailed documentation and ongoing education to stay current on advancements in the field, enabling them to provide the best support possible.
Is it hard to get a job with TBI?
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What is a Brain Injury job?
A Brain Injury job typically involves supporting individuals who have sustained traumatic or acquired brain injuries. Professionals in this field may work in healthcare, rehabilitation, or social services, assisting patients with recovery, therapy, and daily living adjustments. Roles can include therapists, case managers, nurses, or support workers, depending on the setting. The goal is to help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life through medical care, therapy, and community support.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 26 days ago
Shepherd Center rating
8.9
Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
16th of 1,022 rated hospitals
Job description
About Shepherd Center
With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked byU.S. Newsas one of the nation's top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.
Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years.
The individual in this role should have proficiency in working with military or veteran populations, mild to moderate traumatic brain injury, concussions, substance misuse, and military trauma issues. The Psychologist should have specialty training in rehabilitation psychology, psychological assessment, research, and have interdisciplinary treatment team experience.
Primary responsibilities for this new position include active interdisciplinary team participation, and providing rehabilitative services for patients and their families/caregivers, which may include individual, group, and family therapy/interventions, assessments, consultations, and education. The Department of Psychology is a large collaborative group of specialists, with services in brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and pain management. The Rehabilitation Psychologist will also be involved with training postdoctoral fellows and pre-internship trainees.
Shepherd Center is a private, not-for-profit, 152-bed growing facility specializing in medical treatment, research, and rehabilitation for people with neuromedical injuries or illnesses. It is accredited by Joint Commission and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best rehabilitation hospitals in the nation. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, health/dental/vision insurance, CEU and education opportunities, 403(b) with excellent employer match, paid time off, qualification for PLSF student loan forgiveness programs and more.
Atlanta is a beautiful place to live. Travel is easy with large domestic and international airports. We host the third largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the country, including Coca-Cola, Home Depot, Delta Airlines, AT&T, and many more, including film industries. Culture, music, sports, art, film, festivals- it's all here. But best of all, the world-renowned reputation of Shepherd Center makes it easy to take pride in your work and be an important part of incredible patient care teams.
Qualifications:
- PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA-approved doctoral training in Psychology.
- APA-accredited internship completion.
- 1 or 2-years supervised postdoctoral training in Rehabilitation Psychology or 2+ years' work experience with neuromedical patient populations.
- Experience working in medical settings and interdisciplinary treatment teams is preferred.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Georgia.
- Board certified or eligible for board certification in rehabilitation or health psychology.
For more information, please contact Laurie Baker, PhD, ABPP at Laurie.Baker@Shepherd.org. To apply, please complete this job application: https://shepherd.org/about/employment/ or contact Dawn Pawlowski in Human Resources at Dawn.Pawlowski@shepherd.org. For more information about the Shepherd Center, please visit our website at http://www.shepherd.org/. The Shepherd Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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Health care and social assistance
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Atlanta, GA, US
Year founded
1975