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Elwyn

Occupational Therapist

Elwyn, North Kingstown, Rhode Island, us, 02852


North Kingstown, RI

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.

Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.

Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:

Generous Paid Time OffComprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit PackagesEarned Wage Access/On-Demand PayPaid On-the-Job TrainingTuition ReimbursementCareer Advancement Opportunities and GrowthFlexible SchedulesRetirement Savings PlanElwyn Adult Behavioral Health Services is hiring for an Occupational Therapist to assesses consumer physical development (e.g. gross motor, fine motor and sensory processing skills), and other developmental skills including, but not limited to, cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, and behavior.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Use standardized assessments including, but not limited to, fine motor, gross motor, and sensory processing, and other related assessments addressing cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, communication and speech/language assessments, hearing screenings, and behaviorAdhere to mandated compliance timelines for conducting evaluations and writingUpdate file notes in electronic record in internal information management systems to ensure detailed documentation of contact, outreach, tasks completed related to the evaluation process, including but limited to, reminder calls about scheduled appointment, teacher-related calls and responses, and evaluation cancelationsNotify the appropriate staff member for No-Shows and reschedulesPerform other duties as assignedEDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Masters preferredRegistered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and licensed by the state of Rhode IslandOne (1) year experience administering standardized assessment toolsDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, prioritiesDemonstrated strong attention to detailDemonstrated strong time management and organizational skillsDemonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervisionDemonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actionsMust be able to perform CPR using agency-trained protocolsMust possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skillsMust have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE:

See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law.