Occupational Therapist

Job Description Occupational Therapist | Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | RISE DC | Young Adult Therapeutic Day Program Location: 910 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC Position Type: Full-time Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Job Qualifications Graduate of an approved OT/OTA program with ability to provide all duties of a Occupational Therapist/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Licenses to practice in DC required and preference to those also licensed in MD and/or VA 1 year experience working with pediatric clients CPR/First Aid preferred Desire to deliver quality therapy in all client care situations Commitment to adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and ethical standards of practice Responsibilities Provide occupational therapy evaluations, treatment planning, and intervention services within scope of practice Support development of fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, executive functioning, self-care, social participation, vocational, and community living skills Implement individualized treatment plans and therapeutic activities Assist participants with increasing independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) Utilize sensory regulation and behavioral support strategies during sessions Support use of adaptive equipment, AAC devices, visual supports, and environmental modifications as appropriate Complete treatment documentation, progress notes, reports, and data collection in a timely manner Collaborate with speech therapists, physical therapists, direct support professionals, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members Provide caregiver and staff education regarding therapeutic strategies and participant support needs Participate in community-based and vocational programming as needed Work Environment Clinic settings Therapeutic day program settings Community-based environments Vocational and life skills programming Schools or partner sites Telehealth settings when appropriate Mission Alignment RISE DC is committed to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through therapeutic, educational, vocational, and community-based services that promote independence, communication, inclusion, and meaningful participation across the lifespan. Company Description Our mission is to Redefine Independence for all clients we serve. We strive to create supportive, strengths-based, and meaningful activities for our programs and aim to ensure that every stakeholder in a client’s life journey is involved and valued. RISE DC provides therapeutic young adult day programming, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. We are passionate about fostering independence and self-manifested success for each client we work with - identifying and creating materials, adaptations, modifications, and strategies that ensure lifelong growth and success. Our mission is to Redefine Independence for all clients we serve. We strive to create supportive, strengths-based, and meaningful activities for our programs and aim to ensure that every stakeholder in a client’s life journey is involved and valued. RISE DC provides therapeutic young adult day programming, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. We are passionate about fostering independence and self-manifested success for each client we work with - identifying and creating materials, adaptations, modifications, and strategies that ensure lifelong growth and success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rise Dc