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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
part-time•Kansas City
About this role
KVC Academy Kansas City
Job Type: Part-time
Location: Hybrid
Schedule: 7:45am-3:45pm
Job Summary
Provides occupational therapy as a component in the treatment of children with emotional and behavioral disorders . Works directly with educational staff to determine occupational therapy needs of children. External contacts include parents, school districts, and universities.
Education: Bacehlor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited educational program
Licensure/Certification: Certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board and Licensure by the State of Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Qualifications:
• Knowledge of child development, neurodevelopment, and psychopathology
• Requires analytical ability necessary to handle moderately complex administrative details such as preparing nonrecurring reports.
• Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Major Duties:
• Plans and implements occupational therapy sessions
• Prepares and implements Special Education requirements
• Prepares and completes various assessments and reports as appropriate
• Fulfills all internal and external job requirements
Why KVC?
KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).
At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.
If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health/social services field, then we encourage you to apply.
To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at www.kvc.org/jobs.
We hope you will consider joining our team!
What you'll do
- The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant plans and implements occupational therapy sessions for children with emotional and behavioral disorders. They also prepare and complete various assessments and reports as appropriate.
About KVC Health Systems
At KVC Health Systems, our 2,700 caring team members work every day to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help both children and adults achieve mental wellness. We all need connection! And at KVC, our employees are our greatest asset and strength, helping the people we serve experience the power of connection to themselves, their family and friends, and to professionals who can help them thrive.
We're working toward a bold vision: a world in which every person is SAFE and CONNECTED to a strong family and a healthy community. No more child abuse and neglect. No more untreated mental illness or addiction. Parents no longer pass down the cycles of violence, substance use or trauma that they experienced as children. Instead, families have the skills and supportive connections they need to thrive. Every individual has unlimited possibilities and can reach their full potential. This is why the KVC team comes to work every day, providing family strengthening services, mental and behavioral healthcare, foster care, adoption and inpatient children’s mental health treatment. People are facing serious challenges, and community needs are greater than ever. Will you join us?
Since 1970, KVC has grown from a single home for at-risk children to a national organization serving over 80,000 children and families each year in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Kentucky and West Virginia. KVC also provides training and consultation around the world. We're a family of private, nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations committed to enriching and enhancing the lives of children and families. Learn more at www.kvc.org.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant do at KVC Health Systems?
As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at KVC Health Systems, you will: the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant plans and implements occupational therapy sessions for children with emotional and behavioral disorders. They also prepare and complete various assessments and reports as appropriate..
Is the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant position at KVC Health Systems remote?
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant position at KVC Health Systems is based in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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