Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time - Adult Population - Millburn, NJ Req #: 0000213207
Category: Occupational Therapy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Opportunity Project
Pay Range: $71,842.00 - $89,910.00 per year
Location: 60 East Willow Street, Millburn, NJ 07041

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Millburn (MIL)

Department Name: Opportunity Project

Req #: 0000213207

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $82,000 - $88,000 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Occupational therapist, OT, will help members, adults with brain injury, improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environment. The Occupational Therapist promotes member centered practice throughout the assessment and intervention process to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living skills of Opportunity Project members with physical and or cognitive deficits resulting from their brain injuries. Interventions focus mainly on adapting the environment, modifying the task, teaching new skills, and educating the member and caregivers in order increase participation and improve performance of daily activities, particularly those that are meaningful to the member. Their overall goal is to help members have independent, productive, and satisfying lives.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy programNJ State Occupational Therapy LicenseMaintained registration by the American Occupational Therapy Certification BoardSatisfactory completion of Certification Examination of National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT) and maintenance of registrationAHA BLS Provider CertificationValid NJ Drivers License and clean driving record Tact and judgment in performance of dutiesCommitment to improving skill levelAbility to work effectively with othersGood verbal and written English communication skills

Preferred:

Master’s degreeExperience working with individuals with disabilities in a non profit organizationCertified Brain Injury Specialist certification

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ State Occupational Therapy LicenseAHA BLS Provider CertificationAmerican Occupational Therapy Certification Board registrationNBCOT registration

Scheduling Requirements:

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Essential Functions:

Administers a comprehensive evaluation including occupational profile, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measuresInterprets assessment findings in order to identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and establish therapy goalsDevelops an intervention plan based on assessment of the member, member priorities, member discharge needs and expected outcomesAssesses the effectiveness of intervention and modify goals and plans based on the members needs and current level of performanceKeeps current with evidence based professional practice, and engages in continuing competence and professional development activitiesAdvocates for the occupational therapy services offered and for the recipients of those servicesDemonstrates an appreciation for interdisciplinary perspectives and collaborationWorks with team to develop effective solutions to issuesMaintains adequate, concise and legible documentation regarding the progress of each member on caseloadProvides therapy in individual and group settings, may involve a combination of both in person and teletherapy services during the day some eveningsSupervises Level I and Level II Occupational Therapy students

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer