In-Home Occupational Therapist - Flexible Per Diem (NJ)

Beyond Home Health Care; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 102,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

County/region caseload

Clinical support

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Beyond Home Health Care in New Jersey seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver in-home and community-based OT services to adults with developmental disabilities. You will evaluate function, plan individualized treatment, and help participants maximize independence in ADLs/IADLs, sensory processing, and daily living skills.

As a per diem/contract role, you will work flexible hours with self-directed scheduling, receive weekly pay, mileage reimbursements, and strong clinical leadership.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey license as an Occupational Therapist (OT) issued by the NJ State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Graduate of an ACOTE‑accredited occupational therapy program.
• NBCOT certification preferred; required for new graduates.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred; new graduates with relevant fieldwork considered.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Clean criminal background check and fingerprinting per NJ DDD requirements.
• Reliable transportation, valid NJ driver's license, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass DDD-required background checks including CRoff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with ISP and person-centered goals.
• Deliver one‑on‑one therapy services in the participant’s home and community settings.
• Document services in compliance with DDD documentation standards, including session notes, progress notes, and outcome measures, submitted within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with Support Coordinators, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide caregiver training and home programs to reinforce therapeutic goals between sessions.
• Adhere to all DDD policies, including the DDD Provider Policies & Procedures Manual, reportable incident requirements (Danielle's Law, Stephen Komninos' Law), and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Maintain accurate billing records consistent with DDD Fee‑for‑Service rates and authorizations.
• Complete required DDD‑mandated trainings (Pre‑Service, Preventing Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation, Danielle's Law, Stephen Komninos' Law, etc.).

Skills

New Jersey OT license

NBCOT certification

CPR/BLS certification

Reliable transportation

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

Job description

Beyond Home Health Care in New Jersey seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver in-home and community-based OT services to adults with developmental disabilities. You will evaluate function, plan individualized treatment, and help participants maximize independence in ADLs/IADLs, sensory processing, and daily living skills.

As a per diem/contract role, you will work flexible hours with self-directed scheduling, receive weekly pay, mileage reimbursements, and strong clinical leadership.