Occupational Therapist

Job ID: 37405
Agency: Department of Social Services / Human Services Center
Location: Yankton, SD
Salary: Depending on Qualifications
Pay Grade: MA
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the DSS, please visit .

Job Summary:


Conducts, coordinates, guides, and provides occupational therapy services, to improve the patients' level of functioning and quality of life.

Licenses and Certifications:


Must be or eligible to be registered as an Occupational Therapist through the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and licensed with the South Dakota State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:


Knowledge of:

• the methods, techniques, and purposes of Occupational Therapy as they apply to a given rehabilitative setting;
• trauma informed care and recovery principles as applicable to Occupational Therapy with individuals across the lifespan;
• new developments in the field of Occupational Therapy;
• the care and operation of occupational therapy equipment.

Ability to:

• establish rapport with patients and staff;
• evaluate the condition of patients in relation to Occupational Therapy and establish an appropriate treatment program;
• conduct therapeutic treatment sessions in group or individual format with patients;
• maintain accurate records and reports of patient treatment and progress;
• supervise the work of students and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants as assigned to shared caseloads

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.


The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
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