Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

The Brattleboro Retreat seeks an Occupational Therapist (OT R/L) to join its inpatient mental health team. This role supports children and adolescents in their mental health recovery through a developmental and functional lens, helping them build skills for daily life and meaningful occupations.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proven ability to work cooperatively as a team member
• Health Promotion and Maintenance
• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
• Motivating Others
• Medical Teamwork
• Mental Health
• Pain Management
• Listening
• Analyzing Information
• Quality Focus

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Licensed by the NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy)
• Licensed in Vermont, or license-eligible
• 3-5 years of experience in behavioral health or with specific age group; open to qualified entry-level practitioners

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standardized assessments
• Maintains patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, Brattleboro Retreat Policy, and administrative regulation
• Maintains and improves professional competence
• Assists with maintaining and organizing supply closets, unit activity spaces, and other storage areas
• Complies with AOTA regulations regarding supervision of interns
• Supervises interns and provides consistent and appropriate feedback to students and volunteers