What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Children Unlimited?
Job Overview
Our outpatient clinic program is growing! We are seeking a dedicated an passionate Occupational Therapist to join our clinic team! The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys making a difference in the lives of children with exceptional needs and their families, thrives in a fast-paced setting, has excellent communication and organization skills; and is a strong team player, who loves to learn, within a unique, multi-disciplinary pediatric outpatient setting.
In this position, the Occupational Therapist will establish and maintain a diverse caseload of clients with a wide variety of therapeutic needs and conditions such as but not limited to: Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Developmental Delays, Genetic disorders, Visual Perceptual skill challenges, fine motor skill challenges, executive function skill challenges and Sensory Integration . The Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment sessions, and consultation services to children and their families within the Greater Mt. Washington Valley area.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary, multi-setting environment, as our Outpatient Program is part of 2 other programs including: Childcare, and Family Resource Center, all located on site. Opportunities for school-based and outpatient clinic settings are available for clients ages birth through 16 years. We pride ourselves on utilizing a client-lead and family-centered, team approach among a close-knit and supportive team of: Mental Health/Play Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, child care classroom teachers and assistants; for daily opportunities to collaborate together in order to meet the unique needs of every child.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations using a combination of standardized assessments and clinical observations
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to children with occupational therapy needs
- Provide individualized and motivating treatment sessions tailored to the unique therapeutic needs of each child
- Provide education and support to family/caregivers and other professionals
- Independently complete all scheduling duties to fulfill and maintain expected caseload requirements within appropriate timeframes provided
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive treatment approach
- Maintain accurate documentation with medical necessity of all progress notes, initial and updated treatment plans, evaluations, re-evaluations, and discharge notes
- Ensuring all documentation is completed within expected timeframes provided on a weekly basis
- Making and receiving phone calls and emails related to: scheduling, patient care with clients, families, care team, and community contacts as needed
- Follow insurance plan requirements to ensure appropriate authorizations are in place as needed prior to providing services
- Participate in continuing education programs to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills in the field
- Maintaining CAQH Profile
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of New Hampshire
- A minimum of 1 year of pediatric experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary setting
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
- Strong organizational skills
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Must have an NPI number and established CAQH profile
Additional Benefits
- Additional 8 hours of bonus PTO awarded following successful completion of 60 day performance review
- 12 paid holidays
- Up to 33% Employee Discounted rate for child care enrollment at CU's child care facility
- Opportunities for mentorship support as needed
Pay: $64,000.00 - $74,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $64,000 - $74,000