Occupational Therapist

UMC (United Methodist Communities); Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Employee discount programs

Job summary

United Methodist Communities’ Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to plan and run therapy programs, evaluate abilities, set rehab goals, and track progress. This role requires NJ licensure and 3–5 years of experience.

The position is full-time, day shift, 40 hours weekly, with competitive benefits. Join a continuing care community with a diverse caseload across independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing, and enjoy generous PTO, tuition assistance, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active NJ OT license.
• 3–5 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run occupational therapy programs that support rehabilitation and functional independence.
• Evaluate residents' physical and cognitive abilities, review medical information, and set individualized rehab goals.
• Track resident progress, document outcomes, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Build therapy activities that strengthen daily living, work, and life-management skills.
• Recommend environmental and adaptive changes that help residents function safely.
• Follow professional, ethical, and legal standards in every aspect of care.

Skills

Program planning

Resident assessment

Progress tracking

Documentation

Ethics & standards

Education

OT degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist

$46.38–$52.18 per hour, based on experience. Join the therapy team at Bristol Glen, a Newton, NJ senior living community certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 years running. Build independence and function for residents close to home.

United Methodist Communities has served New Jersey families for more than a century. At Bristol Glen, 87% of team members say they feel they make a difference in their work, and you'll see why: this is a continuing care community where residents move from independent living through assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, so your caseload has real variety.

What you'll do:

• Plan and run occupational therapy programs that support rehabilitation and functional independence
• Evaluate residents' physical and cognitive abilities, review medical information, and set individualized rehab goals
• Track resident progress, document outcomes, and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Build therapy activities that strengthen daily living, work, and life-management skills
• Recommend environmental and adaptive changes that help residents function safely
• Follow professional, ethical, and legal standards in every aspect of care

What you'll need:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active, current Occupational Therapist license in New Jersey
• 3–5 years of related experience

Pay and benefits:

• $46.38–$52.18 per hour, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life and voluntary life insurance
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and e-learning access
• Generous paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee assistance program and employee discount programs

Schedule:

Full-time, day shift, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.