Occupational Therapist

Fulfilling Lives. Realizing Potential.

Hope Christian Services provides care, programs, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring that each resident reaches their full potential. Our organization addresses every aspect of life—medical, residential, social, educational, vocational, recreational, and spiritual.  

Hope Christian Services opened as Eastern Christian Children’s Retreat on December 4, 1972 as the only facility of its kind in the state of New Jersey. ECCR expanded into the community in 1986 with the development of community-based group homes, where residents enjoy supervised, supported living. In 1992 ECCR advanced its philosophy of providing a home-like setting for residents with the construction of on-site lodges.

Join Our Team as a Occupational Therapist – Make a Real Impact on Resident Care!

Are you a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist looking to make a difference? We’re seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team and help provide exceptional care to our residents. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time opportunities, we have shifts available that fit your schedule!

What We Offer:

• A Thriving Work Environment: Clean, modern group homes with a low residents-to-staff ratio.
• Competitive hourly pay and eligibility for overtime pay. Full-time staff are eligible for a Sign-on bonus! Flexible Schedules
• Outstanding Benefits: PTO, Sick Days, Extended Illness, FMLA
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $4,800/year or $2,400/semester. Support your educational goals!
• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision: HCS covers up to 90% of healthcare benefits.

Your Role: As an Occupational Therapist, you will assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education:   Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience:   Minimum of five (2) years’ experience with OT prefer experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of sensory processing strategies, behavior support plans, and functional skill development.
• Familiarity with assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and adapt communication styles to diverse audiences.     
• Special Skills/Licenses: State of New Jersey Occupational Therapy license in good standing.
• Employee shall submit to drug testing prior to employment.
• Must submit to a criminal background check and be determined to be not disqualified by the department of Human Services prior to hire.
• Employee shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for cause.
• Must agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Child Abuse Registry Information.
• Complete cooperation with the licensee (Hope Christian Services) and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Evaluate functional abilities, needs, and goals of individuals with disabilities through assessments and observation. 
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans to improve fine and gross motor skills, cognitive processing, sensory integration, and self-care abilities.
• Interact with residents and loved ones with impeccable customer service principles and professionalism.    
•  Adapt activities, tools, and environments to support accessibility and participation in daily routines.      
• Familiarity with assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications.                                                                  
• Provide education and training to other staff members on adaptive techniques and environmental supports.
• Assist in personal care ie. toileting if indicated, protect resident in event of emergency, provide assistance and/or summon help in event of medical emergency. 
• Regulatory Compliance: Cooperate with HCS and the Department of Human Services during inspections and investigations.
• Maintain work schedule and clean safe work environment.

Ready to Make an Impact? Step into a role where every day is an opportunity to bring joy, support, and empowerment to others. Apply today and become a vital part of our Hope Christian Services family!