Occupational Therapist Fee for Service

Job Description Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) - CAPABLE Program & Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Location: Community-Based/Home Visits (Manhattan & Bronx) Department: Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) / CAPABLE Program Reports To: Project Coordinator Schedule: Fee for Service About The Opportunity Join an innovative team dedicated to helping older adults live safely and independently in their homes. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to support our evidence-based CAPABLE (Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for Elders) Program within Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) services. In this community-based role, you will work closely with a Registered Nurse and an interdisciplinary care team to conduct home-based assessments, identify barriers to daily functioning, and develop individualized interventions that promote independence, safety, and quality of life. Through collaborative care planning and home modification recommendations, you will play a critical role in helping participants age in place while reducing the risk of hospitalization and long-term institutional care. This position is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about serving older adults and committed to delivering person-centered care in the community. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive participant screenings and assessments for the CAPABLE Program. Perform in-home evaluations to assess functional abilities, environmental barriers, and home safety concerns. Evaluate physical, cognitive, emotional, and sensory functioning. Assess participants' ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and develop individualized intervention plans. Identify risks that impact safety and independence and recommend appropriate home modifications and adaptive solutions. Prepare work orders and coordinate with vendors regarding approved home modifications. Educate participants, families, and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home safety strategies, and therapeutic recommendations. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, care plans, and reports. Ensure compliance with CAPABLE program standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support participant goals and quality improvement initiatives. Coordinate and manage scheduling of participant home visits and assessments. Prepare program reports, outcome measures, and statistical data as required. Provide rehabilitation therapy services within the Adult Day Health Care Program, as assigned. Participate in professional development, continuing education, and CAPABLE-specific training. Maintain ongoing communication with the Project Coordinator regarding participant progress and program operations. CAPABLE Program Training The selected candidate will complete a 10-hour virtual CAPABLE training program focused on participant assessment, care planning, intervention implementation, and outcome evaluation. Qualifications Required Qualifications Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current, active, and unrestricted New York State Occupational Therapist license. Minimum of three (3) years of home care experience in a Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA), Long-Term Home Health Care Program (LTHHC), or similar community-based setting. Experience conducting home safety assessments and recommending environmental modifications. Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, treatment approaches, adaptive equipment, and safety practices. Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and standard computer applications. Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout assigned service areas. Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills. Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual language skills. Experience working with older adults in community-based, geriatric, or aging-services settings. Knowledge of aging-in-place programs and evidence-based interventions that support independence and reduce hospitalizations. Desired Competencies Commitment to person-centered, culturally responsive care. Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities. Ability to manage competing priorities within a flexible schedule. Passion for improving the health, safety, and well-being of older adults. Experience with Older Adults Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with the senior population preferred. Understanding of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial needs of aging adults. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with participants, families, caregivers, and community partners. #J-18808-Ljbffr The New Jewish Home