Occupational Therapist PD - CDC - PER DIEM BC Chestnut

Job Description

Systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children, in collaboration with the family, as part of a NJ Early Intervention Team. Collaborates with family and other Individual Family Service Plan Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) which incorporates family priorities/concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation/assessment data to develop child and family outcomes. Implements evidenced-based instructional practices in the child's natural environment. Provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, family, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college/university.
• Preferably, at least one year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to five years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities.
• Use of Evidence Based Practice in providing NJEIS Services
• Competent in use of HIPPA Compliant Technology and Web-based applications

Certification/Licensure:

• Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Occupational Therapy Advisory Council.

Physical Requirements

Place an N, O, F or C in the boxes below

N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)

Lifting - F - Standing - F - Sitting - F

Lifting 20-50lbs - O - Climbing - O - Kneeling - O

Lifting>50lbs - O - Crouching - O - Reaching - F

Carrying - O - Hearing - F - Walking - F

Pushing - O - Talking - F - Vision - F

Environmental Conditions

Noise - O - Varied Temperatures - O - Cleaning Agents - O

Noxious odors - O - Patient Exposure - F - Operative Equipment - O

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