Occupational Therapist

Job Description

For over 15 years, The Dorm has been a mission-driven, client-centered mental health organization that has been bringing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to young adults, ages 18-30. We are looking for a passionate licensed Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary New York City team and contribute to our goal of making a difference.

With us, you’ll be part of the next frontier in mental health care with an integrative treatment model and outcomes research approved by a third-party validated Institutional Review Board (IRB). We blend individualized therapy and skills coaching, hands-on family work, group-based clinical support and a bustling community and social Clubhouse experience unseen elsewhere in our industry. With competitive salaries between $75,000 and $85,000 (based on background/experience) and a proud commitment to diversity in the workplace that affirms all races, genders and backgrounds, our strength is our community and we hope that includes you!

What You Will Do:

Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients' functional abilities, strengths, and challenges related to daily living skills, self-care, productivity, and leisure activities.

Facilitates one-on-one and group sessions to support clients in developing and enhancing executive functioning skills, including organization, time management, planning, and problem-solving.

Utilize standardized assessments and clinical observations to formulate individualized treatment plans.

Develop client-centered treatment goals and interventions aimed at enhancing independence, promoting self-esteem, and improving overall quality of life.

Implement evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, including but not limited to activity analysis, adaptive equipment training, sensory modulation, and cognitive-behavioral strategies.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic and coordinated care delivery.

Lead therapeutic groups focusing on various skill-building areas, such as stress management, social skills, coping strategies, and vocational exploration.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.

Manages development, with a focus on programming and treatment for neurodivergent and autistic clients.

Provides ongoing training opportunities for the clinical team centered around applications of OT for clients.

Helps support program development at an individual and group level.

What You Need to Qualify:

Master's degree (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.

Certification in mental health occupational therapy (e.g., Mental Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) is a plus.

Familiarity with using ASR based approaches.

Experience with ASD & neurodivergent populations.

Experience working in mental health settings, preferably in an intensive outpatient program or similar environment.

Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and intervention skills.

What We Offer:

Full benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and a 401K with up to 3% company match, fully vested after 3 years

Unlimited PTO - for a team that’s rested, recharged and feeling their best

Free in-house clinical trainings, DEIB trainings and yearly spending allowance for continuing education credits (CEUs)

Long term treatment model: Form deep therapeutic alliances and be a bigger part of your clients’ journeys (avg client length of stay is 12 months)

Flexible, creative, team-based work environment in the heart of NYC and in an inspiring, centrally-located therapeutic setting

Limitless opportunities to expand your therapeutic impact: work with our research team; support our groundbreaking student scholarship program; be featured in the media on topics that matter or pilot a new treatment group — At The Dorm, it's all possible!

We are family-owned and operated and proud to be a trusted, CARF-accredited organization

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, partnership status, creed, sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, uniformed service or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.