Memory Care OT Innovator (Part-Time to Full-Time)

Prava-Therapy; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Prava is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our Memory Care program, starting part-time with the opportunity to grow into full-time as the program develops. You will deliver occupation-based care to residents living with dementia and participate in an exciting falls technology pilot that explores how technology and clinical expertise work together to identify risk and support intervention.

This role emphasizes real-world ADLs, collaboration with caregivers, and adapting therapy to the

Qualifications

• Experience in memory care or dementia-related occupational therapy.
• Ability to adapt OT to real-world activities.
• Interest in technology and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized plans of care
• Provide skilled OT focused on meaningful occupations
• Incorporate real-world ADLs and routines into treatment
• Support evening ADLs and functional participation
• Address environmental barriers and recommend meaningful adaptations
• Use cueing, sequencing, compensatory strategies, and environmental modification
• Partner with caregivers and community teams
• Participate in the falls technology pilot
• Help translate emerging technology into practical clinical intervention
• Build relationships with residents and learn the person behind the diagnosis

Job description

Prava is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our Memory Care program, starting part-time with the opportunity to grow into full-time as the program develops. You will deliver occupation-based care to residents living with dementia and participate in an exciting falls technology pilot that explores how technology and clinical expertise work together to identify risk and support intervention.

This role emphasizes real-world ADLs, collaboration with caregivers, and adapting therapy to the