Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient care by assisting in the implementation of therapy techniques, conducting assessments, and developing treatment goals. This full-time role involves working directly with patients to enhance their daily living skills and provides opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated healthcare team.

Benefits

Union benefits through OCSEA

Pay increases after 6 months and annually

Longevity supplement after 5 years

Qualifications

• License required for practicum and state standards.
• Maintenance of accurate patient logs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing occupational therapy treatments.
• Administer assessments and tailor therapy to patient needs.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and develop treatment goals.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Behavioral Health

Coaching

Attention to Detail

Education

Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Official educational transcripts

Job description

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• Assist in implementing and planning of standard occupational therapy treatments, techniques, and activities
• Administer standardized assessments
• Assist patients to increase skills necessary to cope with community and daily living
• Provide treatment to patients on one on one or in a group setting
• Participate in design, construction, of orthotic devices/adaptive equipment
• Provide community resources for peer support and recovery
• Refer patients to local county agencies
• Develop treatment goals and objectives
• Participate in treatment team meetings
• Maintain Patient logs and records of interventions
• Complete and compile written/verbal reports
  
  

What You’ll Do At OhioMHAS

• Assist in implementing and planning of standard occupational therapy treatments, techniques, and activities
• Administer standardized assessments
• Assist patients to increase skills necessary to cope with community and daily living
• Provide treatment to patients on one on one or in a group setting
• Participate in design, construction, of orthotic devices/adaptive equipment
• Provide community resources for peer support and recovery
• Refer patients to local county agencies
• Develop treatment goals and objectives
• Participate in treatment team meetings
• Maintain Patient logs and records of interventions
• Complete and compile written/verbal reports
  
  

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #29 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, Every other weekend, 1st SHIFT. This position is located at 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information

Pay increase of 4.5% July 1, 2025, and a 3% increase July 1, 2026.

Longevity supplement after 5 years of service

Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.

• Or limited permit pursuant to Section 4755.07, to persons who have satisfied requirements of Divisions (A) to (C) of Section 4755.06.
  
  

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Organization

Mental Health & Addiction Services - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

Bernadette Dudley 330-467-7131 Ext. 2335

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Northcoast Behavioral Health

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield

Compensation

$23.12 - $29.23

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00 am - 4:30 pm M-F Every other weekend

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Technical Skills

Behavioral Health, Counseling and Rehabilitation

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Coaching, Collaboration, Developing Others

Agency Overview

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Who We Are

At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

OhioMHAS Values

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency
  
  

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Government Administration

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