Occupational Therapist: Home Health

Job Details: Job Location: Multi Site: Permanent Supportive Housing Programs

• Oakland, CA, Salary Range: $75.00 - $100.00Hourly, About Cardea Health: Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Mission Statement: Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. Compassionate care for vulnerable populations. Workplace Culture: Cardea is dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We value unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together. Our Cardea CARE(S) Values include: Compassion Big heart, steady presence Accountability We own it: the work, the follow-through, the impact. Respect We assume good intent and keep it real Engagement We lean in and figure it out together. Support We’ve got each other across roles, teams, and sites. These values guide how we care for residents, collaborate with colleagues, and represent Cardea Health in the community. Primary Work Location: Multisite This role will travel across the Bay Area as need to perform home health work. Schedule: Per Diem Job Summary: Cardea Health is a nonprofit healthcare organization that provides clinical services to vulnerable populations. We currently have an opening for a home health occupational therapist.

Responsibilities

Choose to be an integral part of a team that focuses on rehabilitation of patients in their home. This may include providing care to individuals in unstable and/or non-traditional housing environments, such as shelters or unsheltered environments. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for both evaluation and treatment of their patient caseload.

Prior home health experience is preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

& Qualifications: Responsibilities: Perform initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning Provide therapeutic treatments and evaluation of equipment needs as applicable Evaluate outcomes of care with appropriate discharge planning Apply concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board and participate in in-service programs Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to advise and consult with the family and other agency personnel as appropriate Promote company philosophy and administrative policies Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency Other duties as assigned Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications: Education: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association approved program Licensure: Current California State License as a Occupational Therapist, current California Driver’s License Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.

Good interpersonal skills Proof of current CPR. Knowledge of durable medical equipment Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid and current auto liability insurance Experience: 1+ years of Home Health occupational therapy experience (preferred) Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting or stationary work Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs Occasional pushing and pulling Occasional reaching high, low, and level Work Environment: In-person onsite Occasional travel between sites Benefits: Employees in this role may be eligible for a range of benefits, including; Employer-supported medical Access to dental and vision insurance Paid vacation and sick time Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match Commuter benefits Long Term Disability Life Insurance Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on hours worked per week and length of employment Specific details are provided in the benefits guide and are subject to change Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.