Occupational Therapist - Home Care - Part-Time

Job Description More Than Just a Job, It's a CallingWorker Type: RegularJob HighlightsBecome part of a mission-focused team where your contributions genuinely impact lives. The Knights of Columbus Developmental Center, situated at 3800 Park Avenue, is on the lookout for a dedicated Occupational Therapist. If you seek a fulfilling opportunity to utilize your expertise to uplift others and engage in a caring community, this position is perfect for you.Job SummaryThis role involves evaluating and treating patients who may have physical, emotional, cognitive, or psychosocial challenges.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patients' capabilities to safely and effectively carry out independent living tasks.Develop a tailored care plan, specifying the type and frequency of treatments.Execute the treatment plan using suitable modalities and document patient progress.Adjust the care plan as necessary and seek consultations when required.Educate patients and their families or caregivers about identified deficits.Assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide guidance on the selection and use of adaptive equipment and support programs.Supervise care provided by designated individuals in accordance with established regulations and standards.Maintain a constant state of alertness and safety.Perform additional duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation: A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field necessary for licensure in the state of practice.Experience: No prior experience is required.Physical RequirementsConstantly standing.Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing up to 25 lbs.Regular use of hearing and speech for effective oral communication.Frequent auditory skills to recognize body sounds and alarms.Regular visual acuity for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.Frequent walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry.Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting, and repetitive movements of the legs and arms.Occasional lifting and moving of patients and objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.Occasional driving and rare crawling.Licensure and CertificationsResuscitation Certification: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification is required within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be necessary based on departmental needs.State Licensure:Illinois: Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Missouri: Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationOklahoma: Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical BoardWisconsin: Occupational Therapist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesWork ScheduleShift: Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type: EmployeeDepartment: Knights of Columbus CenterScheduled Weekly Hours: 40BenefitsOur organization values its outstanding employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet their needs:Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage: We provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.