**Competitive Sign On Bonus **
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated occupational therapist or certified occupational therapy assistant to provide home-based treatment services in the homes of children and families throughout selected areas.
Responsibilities:
- Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being and life quality .
- Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions .
- Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) .
- Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
Qualifications:
- Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy.
- Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media.
- Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g. ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale).
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
- Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.
- Professional behavior .
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills .
- Valid license to practice occupational therapy .
- BS degree or greater in occupational therapy .
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule .
- Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
This position offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Contract, Per diem
Pay: $70,000.00 - $74,761.16 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)
- COTA (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Staten Island, NY (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Staten Island, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person