Occupational Therapist - North Kingstown, RI

Elwyn
paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Rhode Island, North Kingstown
Aug 29, 2024
Occupational Therapist #ELG-18883 \| Posted 08/21/2024 North Kingstown, Rhode Island Occupational Therapist #ELG-18883 \| Posted 08/21/2024 \| North Kingstown, Rhode Island Apply for this job now! Job Description North Kingstown, RI Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation. Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life. Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours: Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay Paid On-the-Job Training Tuition Reimbursement Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth Flexible Schedules Retirement Savings Plan Elwyn Adult Behavioral Health Services is hiring for an Occupational Therapist to assesses consumer physical development (e.g. gross motor, fine motor and sensory processing skills), and other developmental skills including, but not limited to, cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, and behavior. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Use standardized assessments including, but not limited to, fine motor, gross motor, and sensory processing, and other related assessments addressing cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, communication and speech/language assessments, hearing screenings, and behavior Adhere to mandated compliance timelines for conducting evaluations and writing Update file notes in electronic record in internal information management systems to ensure detailed documentation of contact, outreach, tasks completed related to the evaluation process, including but limited to, reminder calls about scheduled appointment, teacher-related calls and responses, and evaluation cancelations Notify the appropriate staff member for No-Shows and reschedules Perform other duties as assigned EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Masters preferred Registered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and licensed by the state of Rhode Island One (1) year experience administering standardized assessment tools Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities Demonstrated strong attention to detail Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions Must be able to perform CPR using agency-trained protocols Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions. Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract. Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law. Job Details Job Title Occupational Therapist Alternate Locations Post Rd, North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852