Occupational Therapist

Easter Seals of Massachusetts Inc•Boston, MA

About The Position

Exciting Opportunity for Occupational Therapists – Join Easterseals Massachusetts! Are you ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive on helping individuals unlock their full potential? Whether you're a new graduate eager to explore multiple settings or an experienced therapist looking to expand your expertise, Easterseals Massachusetts (ESMA) has the perfect opportunity for you! We're searching for passionate Occupational Therapists (OTs) to join our dynamic team. If you're committed to helping individuals of all ages achieve meaningful and functional goals, we want to hear from you! Why You’ll Love Working at Easterseals Massachusetts: Easterseals Massachusetts is a mission-driven, non-profit organization focused on ensuring that children and adults with disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play. By joining our team, you’ll immediately start making an impact in the lives of individuals and their families. Plus, we’re offering full-time opportunities in the Greater Boston area, Central Massachusetts, and surrounding areas! At ESMA, you'll experience a unique and diverse professional journey by working with a wide range of clients across multiple settings, which may include schools, day habilitation programs, skilled nursing facilities, home health services, and early intervention programs. You'll gain invaluable experience working with individuals of all ages and varying degrees of medical complexity. This exposure will sharpen your skills, making you a leader in the field of occupational therapy! At Easterseals MA, we champion an environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We welcome everyone’s unique perspectives and strive to dismantle barriers that hinder individuals from reaching their full potential. We actively engage with our staff, volunteers, partners, and the broader community to promote understanding, empathy, and collaboration. Collectively, we are changing the way the world defines and views disability, making profound and positive differences in people’s lives every day. By beginning with our own workforce, we demonstrate our commitment throughout the commonwealth. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives by ensuring all feel empowered and valued. Easterseals Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Requirements

Holds a valid/current professional license as an Occupational Therapist in Massachusetts (or will soon!)
Graduate of an accredited master’s level (or higher) program in Occupational Therapy
Is willing and able to travel to/between multiple work locations
Can pass extensive background checks and provide professional references
Is eager to explore multiple settings and patient populations
Is a passionate clinician committed to making a difference in the lives of others

Responsibilities

Provide client-centered care across various settings, including schools, day habilitation programs, and skilled nursing facilities, to promote meaningful participation in daily activities.
Conduct comprehensive evaluations through contextual and clinical observations, standardized assessments, and interdisciplinary collaboration to assess clients' strengths, challenges, and functional abilities.
Support skill development by using evidence-based interventions to enhance essential life skills related to self-care, work, and leisure.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care and equip clients and families with education, strategies, and resources for long-term success.
Mentor Occupational Therapy students, fostering their professional growth, contributing to the development of the field, and enhancing client care through shared knowledge and insights.

Benefits

Full and part-time positions available
A dynamic, supportive environment where you can grow and develop as a clinician
Mentorship from experienced OTs and collaborative support from a multidisciplinary team
Opportunities to develop your clinical skills in a variety of settings with diverse clients across the lifespan
Meaningful, rewarding work that’s making a tangible difference in local communities
Access to training opportunities and continuing education to enhance your clinical skills
A supportive work environment that allows you to maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life
A leadership team that encourages a supportive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued
Gain exposure to new settings and patient populations and find the perfect fit for your clinical style
Access an interdisciplinary network of clinicians (AAC, ATP, PT, SLP, BCBA) to help you navigate complex clinical situations
Tuition reimbursement for courses and degree programs
Annual subscription to MedBridge for access to high-quality CEU courses
CEU reimbursement to continue growing your expertise
Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organization
Mileage and travel time reimbursement
Licensure and professional membership reimbursement
Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees
10 paid holidays every year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
Comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
Employee assistance program offering confidential counseling services
Health & wellness reimbursement program