Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Bonus

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)/Rec. Therapist

Position Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Must work one weekend shift per month .

Sign-on bonus: $5,000

We are looking to fill various shifts for our Adult, Child and Special Needs Units.

Must have Weekend Availability.

Job Summary:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will serve as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, to provide therapeutic recreational and activity services to all patient populations including Special Needs, Adult, Child and Adolescent. Has the ability to use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that acknowledges the potential for recovery and wellness for every person we serve.

Essential Functions:

Develops and conducts group therapy

Provides assessment to identify patient needs

Documents pertinent clinical data following group

Provides individual assessment to patients as needed and makes recommendations to treatment team regarding needs for specialized rehab services or for planning for discharge and aftercare support.

Participates in maintaining inventory of supplies

Assists in maintaining unit arts supplies and reports issues to the Director.

Assists as necessary for projects, reports, and other duties as assigned by supervisor

Effective group facilitation

Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and their effects on functional capacity

Knowledge of therapeutic use of multimedia and expressive arts modalities to support stabilization and rehabilitation

Understanding of age, socioeconomic, and cultural factors affecting patients' interest and ability to participate in rehabilitation programs

Ability to effectively redirect patients and set clear, timely limits on inappropriate behavior

Requirements

Associates degree in occupational therapy from an AOTA-accredited program.

Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professionals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

American Occupational Therapy Association membership preferred.

IRF and/or LTACH experience preferred.

Must obtain certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant within 30-days of hire.

Experience in Inpatient Behavioral Healthcare preferred.

This is a great opportunity for NEW GRAD'S!

Benefits

401K

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account

About:

Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (WBHH) provides psychiatric stabilization diagnosis treatments for Children, Adolescents and Adult populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Our goal is to ensure patients and their loved ones feel comfortable and are well informed regarding treatment options.

We are conveniently located in Westborough near the intersection of Route 495 and Route 9. The hospital operates 24/7.

Full Time