Occupational Therapist, Program Manager-Johnstown, PA

This position is housed within the University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS), Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health. The role is embedded full-time at the Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC) in Johnstown, PA, which provides vocational training and comprehensive rehabilitation services to individuals across Pennsylvania.

About the Role

The Program Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for therapy providers delivering assistive technology and rehabilitation services. This role supervises staff, manages day-to-day operations of the Center for Assistive and Rehabilitative Technology (CART), and provides direct clinical services as a licensed Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing individualized assistive technology and therapy programs, coordinating services across stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards. The Program Manager also serves as a liaison with external partners, including the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), insurance providers, and other service organizations.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership and Management:
  • Oversee CART operations, including service coordination, referral processing, and billing.
  • Supervise staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluation, and disciplinary documentation.
  • Serve as the primary contact for referrals and service coordination.
  • Ensure staff adherence to policies related to service delivery, documentation, and follow-up.
• Clinical Services:
  • Provide OT evaluations and assistive technology assessments across seating/mobility, ADLs, home/vehicle modifications, worksite accommodations, and Functional Accessibility and Rehabilitation Modifications (FARM).
  • Review referrals and medical records; develop and adjust individualized therapy plans based on evaluations and client progress.
  • Conduct functional assessments and educate clients and caregivers on assistive technology use.
• Program Coordination and Collaboration:
  • Coordinate with OVR and other agencies on referrals, service planning, and case consultation.
  • Advise vocational rehabilitation counselors and stakeholders on assistive technology and modification solutions.
  • Collaborate with CTI at HGAC staff to support accessibility and participate in trainings and outreach.
• Quality Assurance and Data Management:
  • Develop and maintain operational procedures for service tracking and data collection.
  • Review clinical documentation for accuracy; maintain client outcome logs and ensure regulatory compliance and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L).
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional clinical experience.
• Experience providing clinical evaluations and treatment planning.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and assistive technology services.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and supervise staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification or eligibility.
• Experience working with vocational rehabilitation programs or the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Experience supervising clinical staff or managing clinical programs.

Schedule

• Full-time, onsite position located at the Commonwealth Technical Institute at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (CTI at HGAC) in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
• Daily on-campus presence is required.
• Travel is required approximately one day per week for off-site evaluations, home assessments, worksite accommodations, or training sessions.

Physical Effort

The position is primarily sedentary with on-site clinical service delivery and requires the ability to navigate a large campus facility.