Occupational Therapist - Mental Health

Eliot Community Human Services; Saugus (MA); On-site; USD 47,034 - 57,486; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Discounted fitness services

Tuition reimbursement and leadership development

Job summary

A community service provider in Saugus seeks an Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team, addressing the needs of adults with severe mental illness. This role involves client evaluation, team collaboration, and promoting client independence. A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current OTR/L license are required. The position offers a flexible schedule, promoting work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current OTR/L license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Experience working with adults with mental illness.
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate clients to assist with identifying functional goals.
• Support staff in addressing evolving client needs.
• Facilitate communication within the team and external supports.

Skills

Client Evaluation

Team Collaboration

Client Independence Promotion

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

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Overview

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change. At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits At Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary ACCS (Adult Community Clinical Services) team. Adult Community Clinical Services provides clinically focused evidenced based interventions to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Services are person centered and are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals in either residential or community based settings. This position will work with the Team to address and improve the lives and function of adults that have serious and persistent mental illness. Our ideal candidate will be curious and engaging, helping clients achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate clients to assist with identifying functional goals and interventions
• Support staff in addressing the evolving needs of clients, and providing daily interventions
• Offer training, input and guidance to the Team that promotes client independence
• Observe and evaluate clients to identify conditions and needs, collaborating with the team to determine effective actions
• Serve as a resource to educate clients, their families, and other supports about the client’s condition and needs
• Facilitate communication within the team and with external supports, including medical services, psychiatric services, care coordination entities, family members, and other involved providers
• Participate in assessments and treatment plan development

Qualifications

• Must possess a current OTR/L license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
• Experience working with adults with mental illness
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license

Schedule: 32 hours per week, flexible - Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:00pm

Annual Salary: $52,260 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.