Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Whole Person • Kansas City, KS

20d

About The Position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will aide consumers of The Whole Person by assessing and assisting in the exploration of adaptive equipment and techniques needed for daily independent living and working. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Assess consumer’s levels and needs under various TWP Programs and Services Analyze relevant independent living information to determine appropriate goals Help and encourage consumers to explore safe and effective ways to complete independent home skills and activities. Consult with consumer to choose effective activity programs Coordinate occupational therapy with other types of therapeutic activities Maintain accurate records of consumer interventions, report to Supervisor and other administrative tasks as requested Regular and predictable attendance

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri and Kansas
• Knowledge of principles, methods and equipment used in occupational therapy body mechanics
• Able to understand and interpret complex written or verbal instructions
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Personal Experience with a Disability

Responsibilities

• Assess consumer’s levels and needs under various TWP Programs and Services
• Analyze relevant independent living information to determine appropriate goals
• Help and encourage consumers to explore safe and effective ways to complete independent home skills and activities.
• Consult with consumer to choose effective activity programs
• Coordinate occupational therapy with other types of therapeutic activities
• Maintain accurate records of consumer interventions, report to Supervisor and other administrative tasks as requested
• Regular and predictable attendance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree