LVMG- Occupational Therapist

Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant - a Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland Community; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Not-for-profit environment

Professional development opportunities

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our mission-driven community in Maryland. This role offers a flexible schedule with Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, plus weekend availability as needed, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

You will assess, plan, and implement individualized rehabilitation programs to help residents regain or maintain daily living skills, and you'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Maryland OT license required.
• Previous PRN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans with the care team.
• Provide individual and group therapy to improve cognitive, physical, and psychosocial functioning.
• Document evaluations and progress notes accurately and timely.
• Educate residents and families on goals, progress, and strategies.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to the team and participate in care meetings.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety standards are followed.
• Supervise COTAs and students and model clinical best practices.
• Support group activities and a positive therapeutic environment.

Skills

Assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Master’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Join Our Team at Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant!

We’re currently seeking a dedicated PRN Occupational Therapist to join our caring and mission-driven community. We are specifically looking for PRN support on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, with some weekend availability as needed. This is a great opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking for a flexible schedule while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing individualized rehabilitative programs designed to help residents regain, maintain, or improve their ability to perform daily living, vocational, and homemaking activities. This role focuses on promoting functional independence and enhancing overall quality of life.

At Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant, we’re more than just a workplace. We’re a not-for-profit organization that puts people first. That means valuing every resident we serve and every team member who supports them. Here, your work is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

What You’ll Do As An LVMG Occupational Therapist

• Conduct structured patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide individual and group therapy to enhance cognitive, physical, and psychosocial functioning.
• Continuously assess treatment effectiveness, monitor resident progress, and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, and treatment documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Educate residents and families regarding therapy goals, progress, and strategies to support continued success.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to appropriate team members and participate in interdisciplinary care meetings as needed.
• Apply age-specific knowledge and best practices when developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Maintain therapy equipment and supplies while ensuring all appropriate safety standards are followed.
• Provide guidance and oversight to COTAs and students and serve as a resource and role model for clinical best practices.
• Support group activities and contribute to a positive, engaging, and therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism when navigating challenging or stressful situations.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and promote the efficient use of resources.
• Adhere to facility policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices.
• Provide in-service education to team members as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Why You’ll Love Being Part Of LVMG

As a team member at Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Paid professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to work within a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization
• A culture centered around caring, collaboration, and support

What You’ll Need as an Occupational Therapist:

Education | Experience

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Occupational Therapist license in Maryland.
• Previous experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels, including residents, staff, families, external vendors/authorities, and the public.
• Strong attention to detail in writing, proofreading, managing priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrating a cooperative, respectful, and compassionate approach to colleagues and resident care.
• Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and technology.
• Maintains professionalism, composure, and a positive attitude when managing challenging situations.
• Physically able to move throughout the workday and lift items up to 50 pounds; pushing/pulling 100 pounds using safe handling practices.
• May be necessary to assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations.
• Complies with organizational health and safety requirements, including vaccination policies or valid exemptions

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland (LSMMD), we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and valued. We believe our organization's strength comes from the unique perspectives each team member brings.

LSMMD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring practices reflect our core values of respect, compassionate service, trust, integrity, community, and innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively promote a culture of inclusion and equity in all aspects of our organization.