Occupational Therapist

Job Description

At Bluestone Children’s Center, the Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible to evaluate and assist children that are having difficulty participating in meaningful activities or “occupations” that are needed to conduct their daily routines and live their life to the fullest. For a child this may include the development of life skills such as learning at school, playing, completing self-care tasks, relating to others, and fulfilling their role as a family member.

Bluestone Children’s Center is focused on increasing the industry standard of center-based therapy services by delivering quality, evidence-based therapy that focuses on the individual child’s needs as well as encouraging family involvement and training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited university
• Certification with the NBCOT required
• 2 years' experience as a certified occupational therapist
• Licensure in the State of Michigan
• Pediatric experience and autism knowledge preferred
• Must be able to pass a background check
• CPR/First Aide certification is preferred

Desirable candidates must have a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well as part of a team, strong written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Therapy activities may require playing on the floor or settings where the furniture is child size
• Careful attention to the safety of the client and surroundings is required
• Sudden and quick movements may be required
• Walking, occasional running, standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching above head, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sustained physical activity may be required for up to 60 minutes

Job Duties:

This position provides occupational therapy services to a pediatric population with a variety of disorders/delays. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the occupational therapist will:

• Evaluate, plan, and implement occupational therapy services in the treatment of self-care, independent living, motor skills, sensory-motor integration, and cognitive skills
• Establish appropriate treatment plans with age appropriate goals and target time frames, which are discussed with family and mutually agreed upon
• Perform daily documentation, update treatment plans, and produce regular progress reports
• Collaborate with speech therapists, BCBAs and direct behavior technicians on a regular basis and update relevant parties of client progress.
• Work with family members and care givers to help clients reach potential and incorporate strategies into daily routines
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients (abiding by HIPPA standards)
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Clinical Director and/or Lead Occupational Therapist.

Additional Job Requirements:

None currently.

Salary/Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Mentoring/supervision provided
• PTO, Holiday pay (6 paid holidays in calendar year)
• Benefits Offered: Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits
• Professional Liability Insurance (company paid), 401K options
• CEU opportunities, License Reimbursement

Bluestone Children’s Center is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Bluestone Children’s Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.