Provides comprehensive evaluation, therapeutic management, goal modification, patient/family education, ongoing discharge planning and referral for appropriate professional programs, periodic re-assessment, and develops goal driven treatment plans taking into consideration the patient's age, educational level, family support and cultural and psychosocial issues. Directly supervises assistants, interns and other support personnel, participates in program developments, continuous improvement and clinical education; and provides in-services to staff, hospital personnel and the community.