Occup Therapist IP Diem

Capital Health (US); Hopewell (NJ); On-site; USD 64,383 - 91,698; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Overtime opportunities

Robust PTO

Job summary

A prominent health system in New Jersey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy for psychiatric patients. The role involves assessments, designing treatment programs, and implementing group therapy. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and behavioral health experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must possess AHA BLS – Healthcare Provider certification.
• One year of previous behavioral health experience required.
• Frequent physical demands including standing, walking, and carrying objects.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Act as a primary group therapist in providing direct care.
• Design and administer treatment programs based on data.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Effective communication

Group therapy

Psychoeducational information

Education

Bachelor’s degree or accredited occupational therapy education

Tools

Patient assessment tools

Job description

Capital Health is a reputable health system located in New Jersey, known for its focus on quality patient care and investment in advanced technology. We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy services for our psychiatric patient population.

Minimum Pay

$56.65 per full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE). Actual compensation may vary based on hours and position status.

Position Overview

• Performs occupational therapy evaluations and assessments in the treatment and rehabilitation of a psychiatric patient population.
• Acts as a primary group therapist and provides direct care by implementing occupational therapy treatments addressing independent living, affective awareness, social/interpersonal competence, orientation/cognition, problem‑solving, coping skills, leisure/need satisfaction, and planning.
• Designs and administers treatment programs based on all available data.
• Documents patient data accurately, thoroughly, and within regulatory time requirements.
• Reviews patient medical records to remain aware of status, treatment, progress, and problems.
• Assesses and evaluates patients within the occupational therapy frame of reference and establishes treatment goals based on all available data.
• Provides direct patient care through individual or group therapy.
• Schedules patients for occupational therapy services in conjunction with other team members.
• Collaborates with treatment teams to provide functional input in coordination of the patient’s total treatment program.
• Consults with patients and their significant others to provide psychoeducational information as needed; communicates effectively (verbally and in writing) with patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participates in unit‑based activities, continuing education, performance‑improvement activities, staff meetings, case conferences, and agency‑sponsored educational sessions.
• Prepares annual goals and objectives specific to the occupational therapy program.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or graduation from an accredited occupational therapy school, or education approved by the NJ State Occupational Therapy Advisory Council.
• Experience: One year of previous behavioral health experience.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS – Healthcare Provider.
• Usual Work Day: 8 hours.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent: Standing, Walking, Carrying objects, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Wrist position deviation.
• Occasional: Sitting, Climbing (stairs or ladders), Push/Pull, Squat/kneel/crawl, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Taste or Smell.
• Continuous: Talking or Hearing.
• Lifting: Floor to waist 15 lbs.; waist level and above 10 lbs.
• Sensory: Accurate near vision, accurate far vision, color discrimination, minimal depth perception, accurate hearing.
• Occupational exposure risks: Bloodborne pathogens, dust/particulate matter.

EEO Compliance Statement

Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during the application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft.

Benefits

For benefit‑eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation we provide a comprehensive benefits package featuring physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO, overtime opportunities for eligible roles, and elective benefits for employees to select according to their personal needs.