Careers

COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION & LIFE SKILLS COACH
Recovery doesn't end when someone leaves the hospital.
For many veterans and individuals living with traumatic brain injury, rebuilding routines, regaining confidence, reconnecting with others, rediscovering purpose, and finding their way forward can often be the hardest part of the journey.
At Bridges For Brain Injury, we believe recovery is more than medical treatment...... Recovery is rebuilding a life.

Bridges For Brain Injury is excited to expand services to support veterans through a new Community Reintegration Program and is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and independent Community Reintegration & Life Skills Coach to join our team.
This position is more than a job — it is an opportunity to walk alongside someone during an important chapter of their journey, helping them strengthen independence, rebuild confidence, reconnect with their communities, and move toward meaningful goals.

Position Details:
• Initial Per Diem / Part-Time position with potential to grow into Full-Time as the program expands
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Independent community-based position
• Travel throughout the Finger Lakes and Greater Rochester area (mileage reimbursed)
• Company phone and laptop provided
• Compensation: $22.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and assigned responsibilities
• Initial Per Diem / Part-Time position with potential to grow into Full-Time as the program expands
• Employees moving into Full-Time status become eligible for Bridges For Brain Injury benefit offerings in accordance with organizational policies

What You'll Do:
• Provide coaching, encouragement, and support to individuals working toward personal goals and increased independence
• Help individuals strengthen routines and daily living skills
• Support community reintegration and participation
• Encourage social connection and involvement in meaningful activities
• Assist individuals in identifying and accessing community resources and opportunities
• Promote problem-solving, confidence, self-advocacy, and decision-making skills
• Maintain communication with supervisors, care managers, and team members
• Complete required progress notes and documentation

Who We're Looking For:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Education, Counseling, or related field preferred
• Experience working with veterans, individuals with traumatic brain injury, disabilities, behavioral health, rehabilitation, mentoring, coaching, or community-based support preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and manage schedules effectively
• Compassionate, dependable, professional, and motivated
• Valid NYS Driver's License and reliable transportation required

Why Bridges?
At Bridges For Brain Injury, our mission is to guide individuals with traumatic brain injury and disabilities by bridging the gap between surviving and living lives of independence with dignity and hope.
If you're looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your resume to Karen Brozic at kbrozic@bridgesforbraininjury.org

Bridges For Brain Injury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.