Occupational Therapist

Dignitas Inc.•Farmington Hills, MI

About The Position

Dignitas Inc is seeking an Occupational Therapist with vocational experience to oversee daily operations and support exceptional care and program implementation for individuals with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. The role includes leading rehabilitation and employment services that help clients recover work skills and develop greater independence, as well as assisting with direct care and overseeing daily programming. The Occupational Therapist maintains client goals, monitors behavioral plans, supervises and communicates with staff, manages monthly schedules, conducts training, and supports complete documentation and a collaborative team atmosphere.

Requirements

At least 2 years of vocational experience.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask, address complaints, and solve problems efficiently.
Ability to lead by example, assist with daily tasks, and oversee staff in day-to-day operations.
Ability to work with staff to maintain a team atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injuries.
CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Lead, plan, and manage rehabilitation and employment services to help individuals recover work skills and gain independence after a brain injury.
Assist with direct care and oversee daily programming schedules.
Maintain client goals and ensure staff work toward the highest level of function and independence.
Monitor and follow client behavioral plans.
Provide direct supervision and communication to staff.
Create and manage monthly staff schedules.
Conduct staff training.
Model professional behavior and ensure documentation logs are completed.
Lead by example and assist with daily tasks while overseeing staff day-to-day operations.
Work with staff to maintain a team atmosphere.