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Occupational Therapist- Children's Resource Team
full-time•Grants Pass
About this role
Attention Candidates: Please upload both your resume and a cover letter.
- Benefits include:
- Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
- Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
- Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.
Schedule: Monday-Friday (negotiable- 5-8’s or 4-10’s)
Overview
The Occupational Therapist (OT) works as a vital member of an interdisciplinary team utilizing their training and clinical specialty to assist children and/or adults in maintaining/gaining independence. This occurs through the development of interventions that focus on enhancing existing skills, creating opportunities for growth and increased independence, promoting wellness, remediating or restoring skills and modifying or adapting the environment or activity.
Responsibilities
Provides OT related assessments and treatment planning, works directly with the interdisciplinary team, individual, families and others involved in the individual’s life. Educates rehabilitative staff on implementing interventions, providing guidance and mentoring.
Works in both outpatient programs with children and/or adults and associated agency staff The OT also helps to educate and support agency clients, family members and significant others through the recovery process.
May perform screenings and/or assessments and education in a number of environments which may include schools, homes, residential programs and other appropriate sites. Works closely with both internal and external referral resources to insure access to appropriate forms of care.
Qualifications
Candidate must possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university. Oregon License as Occupational Therapist or ability to gain license within 6 months.
Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision. Computer proficiency required to use Electronic Health Records effectively.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and 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.
What you'll do
- The Occupational Therapist provides assessments and treatment planning while working directly with an interdisciplinary team and clients. They also educate and support clients and their families throughout the recovery process.
About Options for Southern Oregon
Options for Southern Oregon, Inc. is an Oregon non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation based in Grants Pass since 1981. Options is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that operates in both Josephine and Jackson Counties. Options programs range for a full complement of behavioral health services, primary care services, residential treatment services and crisis intervention and stabilization. Options is the designated community mental health program for Josephine County and operates the mobile crisis team.
Mission Statement:
Options for Southern Oregon serves people of all ages in our community who have mental health needs. Our holistic approach addresses housing, advocacy, community integration, crisis intervention, therapy, co-occurring issues, education, work, and economic well-being. We foster the development of mental and emotional health in children, adults, and families, and support our clients’ participation as respected members of the community.
Values Statement:
Options serves individuals and families within a climate of respect and positive regard utilizing evidence-based practices. Inherent in our approach is the recognition of each person's strengths and capacity to grow, and the belief that we can be each other's teachers.
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What does a Occupational Therapist- Children's Resource Team do at Options for Southern Oregon?
As a Occupational Therapist- Children's Resource Team at Options for Southern Oregon, you will: the Occupational Therapist provides assessments and treatment planning while working directly with an interdisciplinary team and clients. They also educate and support clients and their families throughout the recovery process..
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The Occupational Therapist- Children's Resource Team position at Options for Southern Oregon is based in Grants Pass, Oregon, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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