DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATION in Lakewood, New Jersey at FellowshipLife Inc

FellowshipLIFE is more than a workplace. Every day, our teams across our Life Plan Communities in New Jersey come together with a shared purpose: to serve others with compassion, excellence, and a genuine spirit of hospitality. Whether your role is in healthcare, hospitality, operations, administration, or support services what you do truly matters. Each team member helps create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

As a mission-driven organization, FellowshipLIFE is committed not only to enriching the lives of older adults and those we serve, but also to helping our team members thrive. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, supporting career development, and recognizing the unique strengths each person brings. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, advance, and build a future you’re proud of all while being part of a team that truly values you and your contributions.

As the Director of Rehabilitation Services at Harrogate Village, you will lead and oversee rehabilitation services within our Life Plan Community while promoting person-centered care, clinical excellence, collaboration, and quality outcomes for residents across all levels of care. this leadership role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a respected, mission-driven organization known for exceptional care and strong team culture. Harrogate Village is situated on the border of Toms River and Lakewood, New Jersey.

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, leadership, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we care for and serve.

How you'll contribute

• Responsible for the direction, coordination, and oversight of Rehabilitation Services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and restorative programming.
• Coordinates and supervises day-to-day department operations, staffing, scheduling, productivity, and service delivery to ensure quality resident outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Monitors rehabilitation documentation, MDS tracking, Medicare reporting, therapy outcomes, patient satisfaction, and departmental quality indicators to ensure regulatory compliance and clinical excellence.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Current New Jersey state licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist.
• Experience with MDS/PDPM processes for sub-acute and long-term care residents.
• Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation practices, Medicare requirements, reimbursement systems, and regulatory standards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and team-building skills.
• Experience working within Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, or Life Plan Community settings preferred.
• Commitment to person-centered care, quality outcomes, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Why join FellowshipLIFE:

We believe that investing in our team members is the first step to providing exceptional care. At Harrogate, you’ll join a mission-driven organization with a longstanding reputation for excellence, stability, and compassionate care.

• CMS 5-Star Rated Health Center.
• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Nursing Home recipient in both Sub-Acute Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care.
• Join a well-established not-for-profit 501(c)(3) Life Plan Community serving older adults for more than 38 years.
• Enjoy working within a 68-bed Health Center that offers a manageable census and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Low staff turnover and a supportive, team-oriented culture focused on resident-centered care.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning, mentorship, Fellowship Spirit training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Financial Protection: Life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Personal Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including virtual care appointments, mental health resources, discount programs, and financial planning tools.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Be part of a collaborative organization committed to compassionate care, dignity, respect, and meaningful living for older adults.