Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

Company: Kennedy-Donovan Center
Location: Attleboro
Posted on: February 13, 2020

Job Description:

With KDC Early Intervention, you'll work in a supportive environment with a qualified team of social workers, nurses, developmental specialists, physical therapists, and speech language pathologists, who are always willing to answer specific questions or collaborate for a co-treatment. You will also have the flexibility to schedule your home visits and, as a part of a larger nonprofit, you will benefit from resources and professional development to grow your career.

As a member of a transdisciplinary team and in partnership with families, promote optimal developmental skills through the provision of activities to meet outcomes outlined on Individualized Family Service Plans. (IFSP)

Responsibilities:

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• Participates as a member of the transdisciplinary team in program planning and delivery of services.
• Participates in intake/screening of new clients.
• Participates in initial assessments and annual evaluations of children and families contributing to the development of IFSP.
• Maintains safety and medical standards according to agency policy and procedures.
• Maintains expected level of productivity.
• Provides case management and referral services to assigned caseload, including participation in interagency case conferences.
• Provides home visits to assigned caseload, for purposes of providing developmental stimulation, parent training and support.
• Responsible for implementation of IFSPs
• Participates in parent/child and/or child groups.
• Provides co-treatments with other team members home and center-based.
• Provides parent education activities.
• Provides teaching and consultation to team members.
• Completes narrative reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs, and discharge summaries.
• Coordinates transition process for clients.
• Maintains assigned client records according to program procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively in a team approach to service provision.
• Maintains compliance with all Kennedy-Donovan Center policies and procedures, OCCS/DPH regulations and requirements.
• Participates in professional development activities and training necessary to maintain relevant certification/licensure in accordance with their professional discipline and in accordance with EI Operational Standards.
• Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.
  
  Required Skills:
  
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  • Ability to meet with families and/or individuals within their homes
  • Moderate travel required.
  • Frequent phone use required.
  • Ability to use a computer
  • Active play with children ages 0-5
    
    Sign On Bonus:
    
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    • $500 after successful completion of 90 days
    • $1000 after one year of employment
      
      
      Requirements
      
      
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      • Pediatric experience
      • Must have requirements as defined in Early Intervention Operational Standards. Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills. Able to meet required competency level in Microsoft Office Software
        

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