Occupational Therapist (1099 Independent Contractor)

Camillus House Inc • Miami, FL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Camillus House is seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed occupational therapy services. This role supports clients in developing, recovering, and maintaining essential life skills for independent living and community integration. The ideal candidate will have a client-centered approach, be comfortable working with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions, and possess strong clinical and documentation skills. This is a 1099 independent contractor position.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active and unrestricted Florida Occupational Therapist license.
• Current NBCOT certification.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.
• Excellent clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
• Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, including assessments of ADLs and IADLs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with client goals, clinical recommendations, and program needs.
• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions focused on life skills development, cognitive functioning, emotional regulation, vocational readiness, and community reintegration.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions as clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including behavioral health, medical, and case management staff.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and discharge planning.
• Provide recommendations for adaptive equipment and environmental modifications when needed.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards (e.g., Medicaid/Medicare and applicable federal regulations).
• Ensure all documentation is completed within required timeframes (typically within 72 hours or per agency standard).
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and adhere to all organizational policies and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Opportunity to provide meaningful, client-centered care in a mission-driven environment
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Flexible independent contractor arrangement
• Direct impact on the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and behavioral health challenges
• Professional experience in integrated community-based care settings

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level