Occupational Therapist

About the role

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct or indirect services using adaptive techniques, devices, and direct or indirect treatment as needed. Responsibilities include documenting treatments, advocating for necessary equipment, and providing clinical educational opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Delineate treatment protocols for each person as needed for direct or indirect services using adaptive techniques, devices, and direct or indirect treatment as needed.
• Document treatments, adaptations, and procedures in a way that satisfies funding sources.
• Complete all documentation within timelines outlined by agency, departmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide training for staff related to all indirect staff services, documenting said trainings for each staff member’s staff development record.
• Request adaptive equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and environmental modifications that are likely to maximize independence and prevent further decline. Consult other team members to assist in problem-solving various areas of difficulty related to eating, dressing, grooming, bathing, rest, functional communication, and areas of interest for the person involved.
• Complete required visitations at residential and day program sites.
• Adhere to local and federal laws, ethical, agency, and professional standards of practice.
• Participate in improving building accessibility and planning environmental modifications.
• Document need, advocate, and provide recommendations in ordering/purchasing equipment for agency use.
• Provide clinical educational opportunities for students of occupational therapy.
• Complete incident reports as indicated.
• Comply with Code of Conduct for Service Delivery.
• Remain aware of agency requirements and changes in regulatory requirements.
• Complete 36 contact hours of continuing education requirements as delineated by national OT credentialing agencies as well as any state requirements applicable over a 3 year renewal period to maintain credentials as an OTR/L.
• Supervise an OTA or COTA. Competencies – Exhibit ethical and professional conduct at all times.

Requirements

Must hold a current license as an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) in the state of New York.

Qualifications

Experience in providing direct or indirect services using adaptive techniques, devices, and direct or indirect treatment as needed. Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills. Good attention to detail. Proficient with computer skills. Personal effectiveness/credibility.

Skills

Knowledge of adaptive techniques, devices, and direct or indirect treatment methods. Ability to document treatments accurately and efficiently. Strong communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail. Proficiency with computer software.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$32.36 - $43.69/hour

Schedule

N/A