Trauma-Informed Occupational Therapist – Community Health

Institute for Community Living Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Pet insurance

Job summary

Institute for Community Living Inc. in Brooklyn, NY, seeks an Occupational Therapist to support residents in supportive housing through preventive care and chronic disease management, aiding recovery goals with a trauma-informed, person-centered approach.

The role involves assessments, care-plan development, skills strengthening, and connecting clients to healthcare and community resources, working with a multidisciplinary team onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorders.
• Experience in supportive housing, community-based programs, or scattered-site housing models preferred.
• Experience conducting health assessments, developing individualized care plans, and supporting community integration.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and person-centered practices.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management, preventive healthcare, and behavioral health services.
• Current New York State Occupational Therapist License required

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments addressing clients’ psychiatric, medical, and social needs.
• Monitor chronic health conditions and support symptom management and preventive healthcare interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans that promote independence and community integration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to provide holistic care.
• Provide health education and wellness training to clients and staff, focusing on prevention and chronic disease management.
• Participate in the Clinical High-Risk Framework and High-Risk Meetings to assess needs and support timely interventions.
• Encourage client engagement in treatment, wellness initiatives, and health-promoting activities.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers and community resources to improve client outcomes.
• Teach independent living skills including home management, budgeting, and meal planning.
• Assist clients with accessing transportation, healthcare services, and social resources.
• Promote social engagement and community participation to strengthen support systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR and required systems.
• Provide advocacy, support, and coaching to help clients achieve independence and quality of life.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

SMI experience

Housing experience

Trauma-informed care

Chronic disease mgmt

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Institute for Community Living Inc. in Brooklyn, NY, seeks an Occupational Therapist to support residents in supportive housing through preventive care and chronic disease management, aiding recovery goals with a trauma-informed, person-centered approach.

The role involves assessments, care-plan development, skills strengthening, and connecting clients to healthcare and community resources, working with a multidisciplinary team onsite.