Occupational Therapist II - Part Time OR Full Time, Minot

Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All

Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.

Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community!

 Up to $15,000 sign on bonus available!!

 Location: Minot, ND

  Shift: Monday – Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm (Varying hours)

  Job Schedule: Full or Part Time

  Weekly Hours: 20 to 40

JOB SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, develops, and implements pediatric occupational therapy for individual clients and outside contract services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and facility standards, guidelines, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements)

Education and/or years’ experience required:

• Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy is required
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist or eligibility and evidence for license application
• 3 years experience in pediatric occupational therapy or work with the intellectually/developmentally disabled population

Preferred/Required Skills and Abilities:

• 5 years experience in pediatric occupational therapy or work with intellectually/developmentally disabled population
• Knowledge of payment sources and systems related to OT
• Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with both internal and external contacts
• Experience collaborating with ABA programming

Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITES

• Provide direct therapeutic interventions for a varied caseload with a variety of diagnosis in a variety of locations
• Provide established OT treatment programs to clients, evaluate, plan, organize the implementation of occupational therapy for assigned caseload.
• Assist in establishing short and long term treatment goals
• Consult with other professionals providing services to clients on caseload
• Collect and compile data to document clients’ performance or assess program quality to make recommendations for change in treatment plan as needed
• Complete ongoing assessment to determine changes in treatment plan as needed
• Document clients progress toward meeting establish treatment objectives
• Selects and/or prepares appropriate assessment tools, equipment and materials according to the clients’ functional limitations to determine therapeutic interventions and therapy
• Utilize adaptive equipment for client to assist with progress
• Manage inappropriate or disruptive behavior according to treatment plan consulting for assistance when necessary
• Report health concerns, medical issues and/or changes in clients’ condition throughout treatment to Operations Manager
• Uphold Anne Carlsen’s ethical standards and demonstrate the behavioral and service expectations defined in policies and procedures
• Completes required training and educational program requirements per State, Federal, local and Anne Carlsen policies and procedures 

The above functions listed are intended to describe the major elements and requirements of the position and should not be taken as an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individuals assigned to this position. Performance of the essential functions may require specific physical demands as described in this job description

Benefits: 
Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, employee discounts, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities! Here are a few examples:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life & Disability
• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
• Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Special Employee Events
• Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community!