Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (PRN) - The Crossings

METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES • League City, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Methodist Retirement Communities (MRC) is seeking an encouraging Occupational Therapy Assistant to help older adults strengthen the skills they use every day. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the assistant carries out individualized care plans through practical, meaningful activities that support residents’ independence and quality of life. The role serves residents at The Crossings in League City, Texas.

MRC is a nonprofit, faith-based organization with eight senior living communities in Texas. Its mission is to honor and serve older adults as an expression of Christ’s love, guided by its ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of Texas.
• A genuine love for serving older adults and helping them maintain independence.
• Patience, creativity, and an encouraging approach to instruction.
• Strong observation, organization, sound judgment, and time-management skills.
• Clear communication with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of experience in skilled nursing, senior living, or a related setting; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience with specialized therapy programs or treatment modalities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans that support daily living skills, mobility, coordination, safety, and independence.
• Teach residents practical techniques for transfers, movement, self-care, and other functional activities.
• Assist with therapeutic activities and the safe use of adaptive equipment, lifts, pulleys, and other approved tools.
• Observe and record resident progress, participation, behavior, and response to treatment.
• Communicate resident changes and recommend treatment-plan adjustments to the supervising therapist.
• Educate residents and families on home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Complete treatment documentation accurately and on time.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree