Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Or Occupational Therapist

Overview

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents, focusing on improving their ability to perform daily living activities.
• Assist residents with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities to enhance their independence and quality of life.
• Conduct evaluations and develop tailored treatment plans to address individual needs and goals.
• Offer training and education to caregiver staff for effective maintenance programs.
• Utilize the Rehab Optima system for documentation and tracking of therapy progress.
• Work on-site with a flexible schedule, ensuring optimal care delivery based on caseload demands.
• Supervise therapy assistants, technicians, aides, and interns as required.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Evaluate residents to identify therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy sessions to improve motor skills, reasoning abilities, and functional independence.
• Train residents in compensatory techniques, adaptive equipment usage, and environmental adjustments.
• Collaborate with caregivers to ensure effective carryover of therapy programs.
• Document therapy progress and outcomes using the Rehab Optima system.
• Provide consultation and education to staff on occupational therapy practices.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and professional standards.
• Adapt therapy plans based on resident progress and feedback.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; relevant certifications preferred.
• Entry-level position; open to new graduates with enthusiasm for occupational therapy.
• Experience with Rehab Optima system is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Ability to work on-site and adapt to varying caseload demands.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with residents and caregivers.
• Capability to supervise therapy assistants and interns as needed.
• Commitment to improving residents’ independence and quality of life.