OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST 1, 2, 3
About The Position
Pinecrest Supports and Services Center - Supporting Individuals with Disabilities Since 1921 Mission: We Support the quality of life for all people Vision: We support the quality of life for all people by promoting choice, diversity, and community involvement We are seeking dedicated people to join our staff supporting our Mission. This position plays a vital role in the care, security and enhancing the quality of life and well-being of the people we support. Possession of a current Louisiana Occupational Therapist temporary permit. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Requirements
- Possession of a current Louisiana Occupational Therapist temporary permit.
Responsibilities
- Directs/coordinates Occupational Therapy (OT) services/treatment for the Pace program.
- Observes and evaluates individuals annually, per IDT request and per physician's orders, to determine level of performance, level of service, and appropriate plan of care/supports.
- Assists individuals in meeting personal outcomes by providing necessary OT adaptive equipment. Establishes and updates goals and treatment plans for adapted equipment use with re-assessment to determine appropriateness and adjustment to plans.
- Develops Mealtime Supports in consultation with Speech Pathologist and Registered Dietitian to assist individuals in obtaining optimal nutritional health.
- Attends Ambulatory Services clinics (if indicated) or sends supporting documentation to liaison due to new or existing issues as relates to OT department and/or re-assessment of supports and/or equipment issued by the OT department.
- Participates in Annual Individual Support Plan (ISP) Meetings, Emergency IDT meetings, POS Meetings for individuals who are receiving direct treatment or have had recent changes to treatment program over the past year that will require therapist presence.
- Participates weekly in the training of newly hired staff by teaching departmental specific curriculum.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
