Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist / CDRS / DRP
Job Overview
The Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS or DRP) is an educator responsible for evaluating and training individuals with physical, cognitive, or visual impairments to drive safely. The CDRS conducts clinical and behind-the-wheel assessments and recommends specialized adaptive equipment. The instruction is documented to create rehabilitation plans and collaborate to ensure safe, independent mobility. Seeking clinical licensure OT/PT/SLP with DRP or CDRS credentials.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive, evidence based driver evaluations, including intake interview and background review, vision screening, cognitive, perceptual, motor, and reaction-time assessments, and behind-the-wheel assessment in adaptive or standard vehicle.
- Identify functional limitations impacting driving performance.
- Determine readiness for learning new driving skills or returning to driving.
- Provide structured, individualized driver training sessions using adaptive equipment as needed.
- Teach compensatory strategies and safe driving behaviors for individuals with neurological and physical impairments.
- Maintain adherence to DMV driver safety requirements and ADED DRS standards.
- Recommend appropriate adaptive driving equipment, vehicle modifications, and technology based on client needs. Collaborate with adaptive equipment vendors for fitting, ordering, or installation.
- Train clients in safe use of adaptive equipment.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation including evaluation reports, training notes, progress summaries, and discharge recommendations. Provide written recommendations to referral sources, physicians, case managers, insurers, and families.
- Maintain records consistent with RWW and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (OT/SLP/PT, neuropsychology, case management). Communicate with physicians regarding medical clearance and fitness to drive status.
- Participate in team meetings and care planning discussions.
- Provide education to clients, families, and caregivers regarding driving expectations and safety.
Qualifications
- Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) credential through ADED (Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists).
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in driver training, mobility instruction, transportation safety, or related driver rehabilitation work.
- Experience working with neurological or medically complex populations (TBI, stroke, SCI, cognitive impairments).
- Experience working within a rehabilitation or healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary treatment planning.
- Adhere to ADED best practices, ethics, and professional guidelines for driver rehabilitation.
- Ensure compliance with DMV laws, RWW safety requirements, and insurance rules.
- Maintain safe operation and cleanliness of company driver rehab vehicle(s).
- Maintain current CDRS certification through ongoing professional development.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
- Strong knowledge of adaptive driving equipment, vehicle modification processes, state driving laws, and functional impairments related to TBI/ABI and neurological disorders
- Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently in community settings.
- Travel 75-100%
Additional Job Information
On-site: Rehab Without Walls: 814 Arion Pkwy Bldg 4, Suite 413, San Antonio, TX 78216
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