Occupational Therapist- FSH [HARP]

State of Missouri; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Fulton State Hospital in Fulton, Missouri is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to join the Hearnes Psychiatric Center. The role focuses on clients with developmental disabilities and mental illness, delivering therapeutic groups and OT assessments in an inpatient setting.

You will work as an active member of an interdisciplinary team, with responsibilities in planning, case management, and documentation. A Missouri OT license is required; experience with dual diagnosis is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Missouri license to practice Occupational Therapy.
• Experience with dual diagnosis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct therapeutic groups within Hearnes Acute Rehabilitation Program to meet clients' needs.
• Complete Occupational Therapy assessments and consultations for sensory integration and complex medical needs.
• Perform case management and complete required program and department documentation.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Missouri OT license

Job description

Why You’ll Love This Position

Fulton State Hospital will be opening an innovative new program designed specifically for clients diagnosed with both developmental disabilities and mental illness within the minimum-security Hearnes Psychiatric Center. This program will offer acute psychiatric and behavioral stabilization in an inpatient mental health setting. Given the short length of stay expected for clients in the program, the work environment will be immersive and fast-paced.

Fulton State Hospital is a trauma-informed community of skilled people partnering with individuals challenged by mental illness to inspire healing and recovery, and has become known for using evidence-based treatment and innovative practices. This is a half-time position. Scheduling is flexible to fit the program and applicant’s needs.

Occupational Therapist

Job Location

Hearnes Psychiatric Center
Fulton State Hospital
600 East 5th Street
Fulton, MO 65251

This is a part time position.

What You’ll Do

Fulton State Hospital is looking for an Occupational Therapist with experience working with individuals dually diagnosed with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The OT will function as an active member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Primary duties include completing planning and conducting therapeutic groups within the Hearnes Acute Rehabilitation Program to meet the needs of the clients. Completion of Occupational Therapy assessments and consultations for clients with sensory integration, complex medical needs and disabilities. Case Management and completing required program and department documentation required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold a license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Missouri

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and/or experience working with individuals dually diagnosed with developmental disabilities and serious mental illnesses

More Reasons To Love This Position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes

• defined pension plan
• generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• eligibility for health insurance coverage

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Anne Shiraki, MT-BC
Director of Rehabilitation Services
573-592-2254
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