Occupational Therapist

Description Job Purpose: Under the direction of the Autism Program Manager, the OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIAST (OT), functions in a team and mission-based setting to provide assessments and related diagnosis, consultation, education, brief therapeutic interventions, and referral for occupational therapy services for a diverse caseload for adults, adolescents, children and families experiencing autism spectrum disorders and other developmental challenges.

Duties/Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Autism Program Manager, oversee service delivery of trauma informed care, and monitors quality control issues to maintain the highest standard of service. Adhere to Waterfall Community Health Center mission with focus on removing barriers to care. Manage program activities in adherence to organizational and contractual requirements and assure timely completion of all documentation related to the program.

Build trust and rapport with internal and external customers as well as community partners. Develop and implement treatment plans based on evaluation findings, including all areas of motor development—fine, gross, visual, and sensory as well as primitive reflex integration, handwriting, keyboarding, executive function skills, social-emotional skills, ADLs, etc.

Provide training to parent/guardian on treatment techniques; maintain positive working relations with clients’ family; response to guardian questions in timely and professional manner, Collect statistics and prepare reports as directed and needed for the Organization. Project and quantify the need for additional medical, psychological, social, speech and applied behavioral services for clients.

Coordinate with Department Manager to maintain quality of cases including evaluate occupational therapy data and implement data-driven program changes. Act as a Liaison between area schools, school-based health clinics, integrated behavioral health, social health and local pediatric providers. Facilitate involvement on campus and improve outreach to local student populations.

Demonstrate ability to work independently, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, deal tactfully and patiently with clients. Support program goals to reduce culture and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions committed to working with marginalized and diverse community populations. Continuously expand knowledge and understanding of community resources and services.

Facilitate coordination of community services needed by clients. Perform any other duties needed to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.

Requirements

Ability to be credentialed with Medicaid, Medicare, private and other insurance within the scope of licensure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Organizational and analytical skills. Ability to pass criminal background check. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite products. Must be fiscally focused and mission driven.

Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college/university with a focus in Pediatrics is required. Unrestricted Oregon Occupational Therapy License and National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified to practice as it relates to Occupation Therapist is required. Basic Life Support Certification required.

Non-violent Crisis Intervention Comprehensive training class completed within 6 months of hire and recertify prior to the expiration date. One (1) or more years’ experience working in healthcare or similar setting as Occupational Therapist, with Autism in a pediatric population a plus. Immunizations Required: TB test (upon hire) Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting and/or standing at a desk working at a computer.

Able to lift up to 25 pounds rarely. Able to travel as needed (rarely). Benefit: Competitive PTO Accrual (up to 193 hours of PTO accrual each year to start). 7 Paid Holidays (You must be scheduled to work the holiday to qualify for holiday pay). Medical/Dental/Vision (100% employer paid). 401K Retirement Plan (6% match).

Options for long-term disability. $50,000 Life Insurance Policy (options for additional voluntary life). Additional Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage is available. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Downtown Health and Fitness gym membership discount. Headspace Care employer paid membership.

In addition to existing student loan repayment benefits, eligible staff providing direct behavioral health services may receive an additional $450 per month in student loan reimbursement via the HB 2024 Grant through June 30, 2027.