Director of Therapy OTR

ASC•Bedford, IN

About The Position

The Director of Therapy (DOT/OTR) at Westview Nursing & Rehabilitation oversees rehabilitation services, including physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech-language pathology (SLP). The role builds meaningful relationships, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, leads staff development, and ensures therapy services are delivered efficiently and effectively. The position requires a current, valid Occupational Therapist license in Indiana and a strong commitment to geriatric advocacy and senior care excellence. Previous management experience is preferred. American Senior Communities describes its guiding C.A.R.E. values as Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence. The organization has served customers since 2000 and operates more than 100 American Senior Communities in Indiana.

Requirements

Current and valid Occupational Therapist (OTR) license in the state of Indiana.
Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.
Clinical knowledge of therapeutic principles, psychosocial assessments, and interventions.
Familiarity with case management, discharge planning, and crisis intervention.
Empathetic interpersonal communication with residents and families, and clear communication with interdisciplinary teams.
Conflict-resolution and mediation skills.
Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee rehabilitation services, including PT, OT, and SLP.
Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies.
Provide leadership in staff development.
Ensure therapy services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
Engage empathetically with residents and families, communicate clearly with interdisciplinary teams, and use conflict-resolution and mediation skills.
Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
Work toward the shared goal of excellent resident care.