Substitute Occupational Therapist - Home Based in SW PA

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a substitute position that provides services to Lifesteps clients throughout Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Indiana, Washington and Westmoreland counties as needed but not to exceed 19 1/2 hours per week.
Responsibilities include:
 Perform initial and ongoing assessment of clients ability to perform tasks in living and working environments and write evaluation reports.
 Write individual treatment and activity plans.
 Review treatment plans at least semiannually and revise as needed.
 Write therapy progress reports in accordance with the recommended program schedule.
 Write daily treatment logs of therapy procedures and successes.
 Provide carry-over activities to family and staff and consult as necessary.
 Provide training and inservice as needed for parents and staff.
 Provide treatment based on goals and objectives and monitor the progress.
 Consult with other therapeutic personnel involved with the client.
 Attend at least 24 hours of continuing education each year.
 Complete monthly summary of flow sheets for B.E.S.T. programs related to occupational therapy.
 Refer clients for additional evaluation when appropriate.
 Serve as a member of appropriate multi-disciplinary teams. Actively participate in team meetings and IEP conferences.
 Keep a copy and submit client attendance records to billing.
 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of appropriate tests and materials.
• Provide inservice programs to organizations on issues related to occupational disabilities and other areas of expertise.

REQUIREMENTS:

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

PA License as an Occupational Therapist

Prefer experience with children from birth through age 5.

BENEFITS:

No benefits are provided for this position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Lifesteps... the employer of choice in our community. A positive, family-friendly work environment, liberal benefits, paid vacations and holidays along with extensive training and educational opportunities.



Lifesteps' staff truly cares about the children and adults they serve, about each other, and about the communities in which they work.



EOE/ADA

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