Assistant Manager Therapy OTR

ASC•Lafayette, IN

About The Position

The Assistant Manager of Therapy (AMOT) at Rosewalk Village Lafayette assists the Director of Therapy in overseeing rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology. The role helps build meaningful relationships, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and provides leadership in staff development. The Assistant Manager communicates with the Director about whether therapy services are being delivered efficiently and effectively. The position calls for clinical knowledge, empathetic communication with residents and families, collaboration across departments and with external organizations, and a supportive presence that helps create a comforting and engaging environment for residents. The role supports American Senior Communities’ C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Requirements

Current and valid Indiana license as a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
Clinical knowledge of therapeutic principles, psychosocial assessments and interventions, case management, discharge planning, and crisis intervention.
Empathetic engagement with residents and families, clear communication with interdisciplinary teams, and conflict resolution and mediation skills.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Therapy in overseeing physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services.
Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, and organizations, including government regulatory agencies.
Provide leadership in staff development.
Communicate to the Director whether therapy services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
Work toward the shared goal of excellent care for residents.