OT - Hourly Community Occupational Therapist - Open Pool

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a licensed occupational therapist to join the OT Share team, collaborating with community organizations to support community engagement and behavioral health needs.

The role involves supervising fieldwork students and working with CCP staff and campus partners to develop new programs, document services, and bill for outcomes. This part-time position offers up to 19 hours per week and a pay rate of $40-$50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice OT in Colorado with at least three years in practice.
• Prior work experience in community engagement and/or mental and behavioral health.
• Experience supervising OT fieldwork students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs in partnership with campus/community groups.
• Provide client-centered supports for individuals with mental/behavioral health needs.
• Document protocols/outcomes and invoice for services.
• Other related duties.

Skills

Community engagement

Mental and behavioral health

Supervising fieldwork students

Education

OT license in Colorado

Job description

Position Summary

The therapist will be on the OT Share team, collaborating with community organizations to work individually and in groups with clients to support their community engagement and behavioral health needs. The therapist may also supervise fieldwork students and work with other CCP staff and campus or community partners to develop new programs and/or evaluate existing programs. They will plan, implement, document, and bill for services as appropriate. This is a part‑time position with varying weekly hours up to 19 hours per week.

Brief Work Unit Description

https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/ccp/

Pay Rate Range

$40 - $50 per hour

Essential Job Duties

Develop and implement novel programs and services in partnership with campus / community organizations. Provide client‑centered supports for individuals with mental and behavioral health needs. Document protocols and outcomes and invoice for services. Other related duties.

Conditions of Employment

Pre‑employment criminal background check (required for all new hires).

Supervision

The therapist will routinely be the clinical instructor for two OT fieldwork students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed to practice OT in Colorado with at least three years in practice.
• Prior work experience in community engagement and/or mental and behavioral health.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of practice.
• Experience supervising OT fieldwork students.
• Experience providing disability supports in higher education, the workplace, and/or community living settings.
• Experience collaborating with campus partners and community agencies in providing supported education, employment, and/or independent living services.
• Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating disability support services.
• Experience obtaining grant funding.

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land‑grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world. Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU's perks and purpose. Current employees will need to apply for jobs in Workday.