Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, Behavioral Health) - Inpatient

Hartford HealthCare; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Competitive benefits program

Work/life balance support

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in the Behavioral Health Unit in Vernon, Connecticut. The role involves providing direct clinical services for adolescents and adults, coordinating activities, and ensuring appropriate treatment interventions.

Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy and must have the necessary certification. Previous experience in Behavioral Health is preferred. Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program promoting career development.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must be flexible in approach and function effectively in a multi-tasking environment.
• Must maintain active certification and complete continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services on the Behavioral Health Unit.
• Coordinate groups and activities under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Ensure treatment interventions are appropriate to patients' needs.

Skills

Behavioral Health experience

Communication skills

Computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Outlook)

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy

National Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification

State of Connecticut COTA license

Job description

Location Detail: MMH-31 Union Street (10619)

Shift Detail: Will provide coverage at MMH and RGC for all inpatient behavioral health units first shift Monday-Friday

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Lead Occupational Therapist. Responsible for providing direct clinical services on the Behavioral Health Unit for both adolescents and adults. The incumbent, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist will be involved in the development and coordination of groups and activities. Accountable for providing individual and group treatment based upon treatment plan and unit needs. In close collaboration with the Occupational Therapist, will ensure that treatment interventions are appropriate, meeting the patient’s individual functional status and up to date with current discipline practices. Contributes to creating a caring and compassionate environment through core values of respect, teamwork, and communication.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy from a college with an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• National Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification and State of Connecticut Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license required.
• Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques, and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role.

Experience

• Previous Behavioral Health experience working with adolescents, adults, geriatrics, and substance abuse population in an acute care setting preferred.

Competencies

• Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must have excellent verbal and written command of the English language and communication skills in order to effectively communicate with patients and staff.
• Must be flexible in approach
• Must be able to function effectively and, at times, independently in an environment where multi-tasking is necessary.
• Must maintain active certification and complete all continuing education requirements.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare offers opportunities for career development and growth and a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.