Occupational Therapist

Description

At New Concepts for Living (NCFL), we believe meaningful progress happens when people are given the right support, encouragement, and opportunities to succeed. We're dedicated to enriching the lives of adults with developmental disabilities through compassionate care and a nurturing environment that promotes independence, growth, and inclusion. We're looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) who wants to use their clinical expertise to help the people we support thrive in everyday life.

Occupational Therapist (OT)

As an Occupational Therapist at NCFL, you'll:

• Evaluate and treat clients based on their individual needs, abilities, and goals.
• Provide habilitative and rehabilitative occupational therapy services to adults with I/DD and individuals with physical, cognitive, and/or psychological needs.
• Administer and interpret standardized assessments to evaluate functional abilities and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with each individual's Individualized Service Plan (ISP).
• Adapt and modify treatment plans and interventions as clinically indicated.
• Supervise and provide clinical direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(s) (COTA).
• Complete recertifications, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate with Support Coordinators to promote implementation of therapy recommendations in home and community settings.
• Educate direct support staff on recommendations, strategies, and interventions to be implemented outside of therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and other members of the individual's care team to promote effective, coordinated care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed and contribute clinical expertise to support positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, treatment plans, and other clinical documentation in compliance with legal, ethical, and agency standards.
• Follow directives from the Clinical Director and adhere to NJ DDD guidelines for habilitative and rehabilitative therapy services.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At NCFL, your clinical expertise can make a difference far beyond the therapy setting. You'll work alongside a collaborative team while helping individuals build skills and achieve greater independence in their everyday lives.

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• High-quality training programs
• Free access to our state-of-the-art fitness center

Your Schedule:

• Full-time
• 45 hours per week
• Based in Paramus & Rochelle Park, NJ

What You'll Bring:

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• Current New Jersey Occupational Therapy license
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical occupational therapy experience
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of the unique needs and challenges of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans and clinical initiatives
• Ability to effectively supervise and provide direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(s)
• Experience with Foothold AWARDS preferred

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're an Occupational Therapist who wants to combine clinical expertise with meaningful, purpose-driven work, NCFL offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact. Help someone build a skill, reach a goal, or gain a little more independence. Those moments matter, and so does the person helping make them possible.