Occupational Therapist

Harc, Inc.; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement savings options

Life & disability insurance

Wellness programs

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Harc, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help individuals develop, recover, and maintain skills for daily life and meaningful activities. You will evaluate functional needs and design evidence-informed plans to promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document outcomes accurately, and adapt plans to measure progress for each client served.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in Connecticut.
• Experience providing occupational therapy services.
• Knowledge of OT evaluation and treatment planning principles.
• Ability to develop measurable goals and document progress clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and develop goals.
• Create individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide direct interventions to improve ADLs, mobility, and sensory processing.
• Teach strategies to support daily routines and safety.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
• Document assessments, activities, and outcomes per standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

OT Master’s/Doctoral degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist

About the Role

Harc, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to support individuals in developing, recovering, and maintaining the skills needed for everyday life and meaningful activities. In this role, you will evaluate patients’ functional needs and design evidence-informed treatment plans that promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

Success in this position looks like delivering client-centered therapy, collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team, and documenting clinical outcomes accurately and on time. You will bring compassion, clinical judgment, and a commitment to measurable progress for each person you serve.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess functional abilities, strengths, and barriers to participation.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals aligned to patient needs and preferences.
• Provide direct therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), upper extremity function, mobility, and/or sensory processing.
• Teach patients and caregivers practical strategies to support daily routines, safety, and skill carryover.
• Recommend and implement adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environmental modifications as appropriate.
• Utilize evidence-informed treatment approaches and adjust plans based on patient response and progress toward goals.
• Document assessments, treatment activities, and outcomes in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other team members to coordinate care and support continuity.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and update goals and interventions to reflect changing needs.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and inclusive approach that supports diverse backgrounds and communication needs.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (or an equivalent degree as recognized by applicable licensure requirements).
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Connecticut.
• Experience providing occupational therapy services (years of experience can be considered based on role needs).
• Knowledge of occupational therapy evaluation and treatment planning principles.
• Ability to develop measurable goals and document clinical progress clearly and accurately.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and documentation tools (specific systems may vary).
• Strong communication skills to partner with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for managing schedules and documentation requirements.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with the ability to adapt to individual needs and learning styles.
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision, where available)
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays (where available)
• Retirement savings plan options (such as a 401(k), where available)
• Life and disability insurance options (where available)
• Wellness programs and resources (where available)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment focused on quality care and collaboration