Position Summary: The goal of the work of the Occupational Therapist (OT) is to empower clients to participate more fully in daily tasks when the ability is compromised by a health condition. The OT will utilize the therapeutic use of occupations, including everyday life activities to support participation, performance, and function in roles and situations in home, school, workplace, community, and other settings. Services provided to clients by the OT may be in the clinic or home setting. The OT will report directly to the Clinical Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates students and prepares appropriate therapy plans
• Provides staff and community resource specific to certifications

• Assists in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans
• Determines appropriate treatment plans through documented evaluations and consultations
• Provides training on use of necessary occupational therapy equipment and strategies as deemed appropriate
• Carefully documents all services provided in an effective and clear manner
• Meets the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines
• Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices associated with therapy in the school-based setting
• Understands and references employee handbook to follow company policies and procedures
• Adheres to the guidance and discretion of organizational leadership
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Educational Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Full approval/licensure from Michigan's Department of Licensing And Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

• Significant experience and/or coursework in related fields
• Related academic endorsements preferred

Other Requirements/Qualifications:

• *CPR/First Aid Certification
• *Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be available to work two evenings a week
• *Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to pass criminal background check

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Work Location: One location

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