DSHS ESH Occupational Therapy Assistant 2
About The Position
Eastern State Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to collaborate with our Occupational Therapy (OT) team in the treatment of hospitalized forensic and civil patients. You will provide services to the Adult Psychiatric Unit (APU), Forensic Service Unit (FSU) and Competency Restoration (CR). As an integrated part of the treatment team, you will aid to assess clients, implement treatment plans, and work with our talented OTs, COTAs, and multidisciplinary teams in helping patients meet their treatment goals. This job is a great opportunity to grow your career and to make a difference in people's lives!
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited educational program for occupational therapy assistants
- Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in occupational therapy (NBCOT) assistant certification examination
- Active Washington state license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant
- 18 months experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical ability to move patients and equipment
- Equivalent education/experience
- In-depth working knowledge of behavioral patterns and group dynamics
- Knowledge of mental illness and recovery principles
- Knowledge of substance use maladaptive behaviors as well as recovery strategies
- Knowledge of self-regulation and emotional regulation through the sensory system
- Ability to work with difficult or angry patients in a therapeutic, non-threatening manner
- Experience in intervening and deescalating crisis/dangerous situations
- Must be able to communicate effectively with management, peers, patients, and the public as required to carry out the assigned duties of the position
- Demonstrates the principals of universal precautions and infection control practices
- Demonstrate proficient operation of the following equipment: computer, copy machines, metal detector, and patient lifting equipment
- Knowledge of all hospital, state, and federal regulatory standards, policies and procedures
Responsibilities
- Consult with others concerning patient strengths, needs, and functional levels
- Collect occupational performance data for screening Evaluation and re-evaluation as directed
- Administer and score routine and criterion-referenced assessments
- Assist in the development of plans and treatment goals for individuals and groups, recommend intervention or changes in intervention
- Plan treatment programs to meet those needs
- Implement planned interventions
- Plan and implement activity programs to meet identified needs of patients
- Document patients' response to treatment following ESH and CMS standards: Document attendance, participation and goal achievement
- Model pro-social behaviors and manage patients' maladaptive behaviors while ensuring the safety and security of the patients and environment
- Communicate to others in a clear and effective manner
- Report pertinent information to supervisor and treatment team
- Follow correct billing process and maintain billing records
Benefits
- Additional 5% premium pay for opportunities performed on-site at least three days a week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
