Occupational Therapist (PRN - Flexible Hours)

About the role

ChildServe’s talented, multi-disciplinary team of therapists specializes in pediatric rehab and works together to create plans specific to each child’s need. The role of our Occupational Therapist (PRN) involves using play, therapeutic activities, and special techniques to develop motor, sensory, visual, attention, and decision-making skills so children can be successful in their world.

Responsibilities

• Maintains timely, accurate documentation; follows ChildServe policies, AOTA ethics, and regulatory requirements; maintains licensure and required continuing education.
• Communicates effectively with families and interdisciplinary teams to develop, adjust, and explain individualized therapy plans and progress.
• Completes assessments, develops and follows individualized plans of care, provides interventions, and recommends appropriate referrals, equipment, and follow-up.
• Supervises assistants and students, contributes to staff training, and meets required clinical competencies and education expectations.

Requirements

• A degree from an AOTA approved occupational therapy program.
• Experience with pediatrics preferred.
• Experience with autism and motor impairment preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Qualifications

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email careers@childserve.org. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.