Support & Stabilization Services - Occupational Therapist

Open Sky Community Services • Worcester, MA

79d • $36

About The Position

Open Sky’s Support & Stabilization Services provide an array of services to support youth up to the age of 22 years and families that may be experiencing emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Services provided include groups, therapeutic services to help children remain in their home, preparation support for children reunifying with family, permanency support, skill building, increasing social connections, and providing families with community resources to meet basic needs. The goal of the program is to provide families with access to services that are tailored to their individualized strengths and needs which gives youth the greatest chance for safety, permanency, and well-being. The Occupational Therapist will contribute to the evaluation process by implementing delegated assessments and providing verbal and written reports of observation. They will provide therapeutic interventions to youth and families in both individual and group settings and collaborate with the youth and families to develop a comprehensive Occupational Therapy treatment plan.

Requirements

• Must possess a current Massachusetts License and National Board certification as a Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience working with youth and young adults with mental health challenges, required.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving history, required.

Responsibilities

• Identify sensory processing challenges and implement sensory diets and/or environmental adaptation as indicated.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to youth and families in both individual and group settings.
• Demonstrate knowledge about evaluation results and provide input into the intervention plan, based on each youth’s needs and priorities.
• Provide training and assistance with the development of community integration, instrumental activities of daily living and activities of daily living skills.

Benefits

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees