Occupational Therapist (OT)

Paramount Care Centers; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Weekly Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Full Time/Part Time/Per Diem

Job summary

Leisure Chateau in New Jersey is seeking an Occupational Therapist to organize and conduct therapy programs that facilitate rehabilitation and independence for residents.

The OT will lead tasks to restore performance, adapt activities, and support residents in activities of daily living, with emphasis on safety and quality of care. Join a team-focused environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an OT curriculum accredited jointly by the American Occupational Therapy Association and certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.
• Registered and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates residents, develops goals and methods, implements the therapy plan and documents care.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices and trains residents in their use.
• Selects activities suited to each resident's capacity and interests.
• Collaborates with rehab team to choose appropriate activity programs.
• Instructs residents in skills for participation and evaluates progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

OT degree accreditation

State licensure eligibility

OT Certification eligibility

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Pay Rate: $48 Per Hour

Per Diem Rate: $60 Per Hour

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- "Thankful Thursday"
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem

About us:

Leisure Chateau is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs for the facility to facilitate rehabilitation. In addition, he/she directs resident participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Occupational Therapist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology.

RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

1 Evaluates residents, develops appropriate treatment goals and methods, implements the occupational therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services; this includes application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as cognitive skills, muscle strength, coordination endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation, and psychological functioning;

2 Designs and fits adaptive devices and trains residents in the use of adaptive devices including splints and orthotics;

3 Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest;

4 Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity program consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;

5 Instructs resident in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates resident progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential;

6 Adapts program according to the needs of individual resident;

7 Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing conferences and other related meetings;

8 Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives;

9 Requisitions supplies and equipment as necessary;

10 Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary;

11 Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards;

12 Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1 Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the American Occupational Therapy Association and certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements.

2 Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.

3 Registered and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

JOB SKILLS:

1 Good organizational and time management skills.

2 Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

1 Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.

2 Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.

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