Occupational Therapist - Home & Community Care

Beyond Home Health Care; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Home Health Care in Bergen County, NJ is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence. This role involves on-site visits in clinics, homes, schools, or community settings as required.

You will assess functional abilities, develop therapy plans, train in assistive devices, and collaborate with families and other professionals to ensure effective home-based strategies and coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' functional abilities and develop tailored therapy plans.
• Provide interventions to improve fine motor skills, self-care, and adaptive techniques.
• Recommend and train patients in the use of assistive devices and modifications.
• Collaborate with families and other professionals to create a supportive care network.
• Monitor progress, adjust therapy plans as needed, and educate caregivers on home-based strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Valid state OT license

Job description

Beyond Home Health Care in Bergen County, NJ is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence. This role involves on-site visits in clinics, homes, schools, or community settings as required.

You will assess functional abilities, develop therapy plans, train in assistive devices, and collaborate with families and other professionals to ensure effective home-based strategies and coordinated care.