Occupational Therapist-Residential Setting-Bonus Eligible

HFLW Brand; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $10,000

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers in Walpole, MA is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat youth in a residential setting. The role includes developing treatment plans, providing individual and group therapy, and consulting with families and program staff.

You will join a multidisciplinary team on a campus-based program in Walpole, with responsibilities including documentation, supervision of OT students, and flexible scheduling to meet campus needs.

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy with NBCOT registration
• Massachusetts state licensure as an OT is required
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and web browsers

Responsibilities

• Administers tests and applies evaluation techniques to determine functional status and therapy needs
• Designs individualized treatment plans based on developmental and medical history, environment, and education
• Provides individual and small group therapy within residential settings and campus programs
• Provides ongoing consultation to families, group homes, and staff as needed
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication for meetings and documentation
• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team and coordinates with parents and guardians

Skills

NBCOT registered

MA OT licensure

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Occupational Therapist-Residential Setting-Bonus Eligible

Job Category: Clinical

Requisition Number: FULLT007368

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Walpole, MA 02081, USA

Description

This position is eligible for an up to $10,000 bonus!

The Home for Little Wanderers' Walpole-based program is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist who will be responsible for providing evaluation, treatment, teaching and consultation to youth at residential programs/ group homes located on a beautiful campus in Walpole, MA.

How You'll Be Making a Difference

• Administers tests and applies evaluation techniques to determine functional status and identify therapy needs.
• Analyzes evaluation results and designs a therapy program to meet needs of youth, incorporating factors of their developmental and medical history, social environment and educational placement.
• Develops individual treatment plans, adapting and adjusting goals and objectives appropriately.
• Provides individual and small group treatment both within and outside the residential settings of The Home in Walpole.
• Provides on-going consultation to group home clients, families, and program staff as needed.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills necessary for team meetings, treatment conferences educational meetings, and family meetings as indicated.
• Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team; participating in meetings and conferences.
• Interfaces with parents, guardians, collateral agencies, to coordinate youth treatment needs.
• Provides clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy students in internship placements within The Home.
• Uses time effectively, maintains treatment notes and completes all documentation in a timely manner.
• Alters schedule as needed to meet the residential needs of the campus. The schedule will require afternoon and evening availability.
• Functions independently within the scope of these duties consulting with the supervisor and campus leadership for administrative issues/departmental operations.
• Serves on agency-wide and/or program committees as appropriate.
• Provides in-service training regarding strategies to facilitate carry-over of skills learned in occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy with a current NBCOT registration and licensure as an Occupational Therapist granted by the State of Massachusetts
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

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