Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Reports to: Program Director
Location: Coastside Adult Day Health Center, 925 Main Street, Suite A, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Job Type: Part-time, 6-8 hours per week
This position requires a person who is a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum and is registered or eligible for registration by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Duties:
1. Initial and continuing assessment of the participant, including the initial treatment plan, method, and interval of delivery of services to meet identified needs.
2. Re-assessment of participants as conditions change, and modification of treatment goals consistent with these changes.
3. Deliver person-centered care, building a plan of care addressing the participants' stated needs, goals, desires, and in consideration of their abilities and strengths.
4. Provide input to the multidisciplinary team for collaborative care planning and delivery of services.
5. Complete TAR/ Individualized plan of care every 6 months, including a progress note for that time period.
6. Complete quarterly assessment every 3 months, including a progress note for that time period.
7. Complete and sign daily flow sheets, indicating therapy received and participants' response to therapy.
8. Increase and maintain participants’ capability for independence and aging in place.
9. Enhancement of participants’ emotional and social well-being.
10. Development of participants in the use of therapeutic activities for improving function.
11. Guidance of participants in the use of therapeutic activities for improving function.
12. Suggest the necessary supplies and equipment to conduct occupational therapy.
13. Provide input regarding OT policies and procedures.
14. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: A good work record, clean, neat, reliable, and capable of performing the above duties and others assigned. Good people skills, including: empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the elderly and disabled. Must also work well within a team model of care.
To Apply: Please submit a resume to Executive Director Kathy Grennan at [email protected]. Please call 650-726-5067 ext. 103 with any questions. Pay Range: $40 to $80 per hour based on experience.