What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at NFI Massachusetts, Inc.?
NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking a full-time Licensed Occupational Therapist for our Intensive Residential Treatment Program located in Westborough, MA.
The IRTP's are short-term locked facilities serving male and female youth who are referred through the Department of Mental Health (DMH). Located in Westborough, MA, NFI’s two, fifteen bed IRTPs are state-wide residential programs for adolescents who have a serious mental illness and/or severe emotional and/or behavioral disturbances.
Youth are referred by the Department of Mental Health (DMH). The program is structured in a trauma-informed, family focused environment. The therapeutic milieu and educational day programming are designed to foster success after transition out of the program.
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for taking part in the evaluation and treatment planning of all clients to support functional skill level. They will design and lead groups, implement individual activities that enhance the recommendations of the treatment team, and help support the therapeutic and daily living needs of clients.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in the program milieu.
- Attend all training(s) necessary.
- Participate in the evaluation of all residents as to functional skill level.
- Attend all meetings relevant to the program.
- Lead groups.
- Carry out individual treatment as indicated.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team (including but not limited to psychiatry, nursing, clinical, residential, transitional, peer mentors and family partners) to support client’s occupational engagement and participation
- Participate in other treatment modalities as indicated.
- Responsible for the documentation of individual and group treatment.
- Perform any other duties as directed by Occupational Therapy Director.
Job Requirements:
- Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Licensed to practice occupational therapy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
- Must possess excellent vision and hearing, and the ability to read and speak English.
- Must hold valid driver's license.
Salary: $78,000 annually
NFI Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with potential employer match
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation 11 Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave
- Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 per year)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
- Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Home & Auto, Legal Plan & more!
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.