Special Note about hours & benefits:
Hours worked weekly = 4-6 total. Therefore, this position is not eligible for our regularly offered benefits for Full-time and Part-time employees.
Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) will provide occupational therapy services and rehabilitative training.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess participants for occupational therapy needs, and create rehabilitative plans accordingly
- Monitor and update participant occupational therapy goals through assessments and care plans
- Provide 1:1 participant support as needed
- Coordinate and advocate with family, caregivers, and physicians for participant needs
- Participate in the multi-disciplinary Care Plan teams through weekly, monthly and/or quarterly care plan meetings.
- Provide training and consultation with staff in the following areas:
- Lead rehabilitative instruction and training
- Model and assist with WAC compliant documentation and charting practices
- Perform related duties upon request.
SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Current Occupational Therapist credential/license in WA State
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a human/social services setting
- Practical working knowledge of the Washington Administrative Code for Adult Day Health (preferred)
- Prior experience working with aging adults and people with disabilities (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification, TB Testing, and Food Handler’s Permit within 30 days of hire.
- Must pass DSHS background Check (and FBI fingerprint check if a Washington resident for less than three (3) years).
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or right to work.
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Benefits: Part-time and Full-time staff qualify for Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with a 75% employer contribution toward premiums, Paid Sick Leave**, up to 45 days of Maternity/Paternity Leave if not qualified for FMLA/WA PFML, 403b Retirement Savings Plan + employer contribution, Retention Bonuses (2nd, 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th anniversary), Tuition Reimbursement, Discounted enrollment (ESW childcare centers, adult centers, or camp), and the option to enroll in a Transportation and/or Health FSA, and Aflac. // Newly hired staff working 35+ hours/week also receive 11 Paid Holidays and accrue 2 weeks Paid Vacation (increases at the 2nd, 5th, and 10th anniversary).
**Paid Sick Time: Full-time staff receive 96 hours annually; Part-time/Temporary staff accrue 1 hour/40 hours worked with a limit of 56 hours.
Easterseals Washington’s Gateway Adult Services provides a place for adults who benefit from supervision and assistance in activities of daily living, a place to spend their days interacting with other participants and staff. Gateway is also a resource to family and caregivers of participants by offering training, counseling and other support. To learn more visit https://www.easterseals.com/washington/programs-and-services/adult-services/adult-services.html
Easterseals Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are ingrained in who we are. We are committed to a culture that is unconditionally inclusive, and in return ask that our employees contribute all their differing perspectives, ideas and experiences for one common purpose: to enhance the way people live, work, and play.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
