Job Overview:
La Luz Provider Agency is looking for a committed and client-centered Occupational Therapist to provide services in Santa Fe on the NM Developmental Disabilities Waiver. The successful candidate will have a flexible and holistic perspective and will be able to adapt the environment to fit the person. Services take place in homes and in the community.We are an established DD waiver agency that values providing quality services to our clients. Our agency offers a competitive hourly rate of pay as well as an already established caseload. You can make your own schedule and have flexible hours. Please contact us for more information and send a resume if interested.
Job Responsibilities:
Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions
Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living
Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use
Train, guide and educate caregivers
Attend scheduled team meetings and observe, note, and report on progress of treatment goals
Complete required trainings for DD Waiver providers and complete and update required paperwork and reports for each client
Regularly follow-up with clients
Experience and Skills:
Working experience as an occupational therapistexperience and/ or interest with working with I/DD population is preferred
Knowledge of OT treatment practices and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
Experience using computer programs (Word, Excel)
Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities, client centered and personable approach
Professional behavior and good interpersonal communication skills
Valid, current NM license to practice occupational therapy
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $70.00 - $90.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15 per week
Schedule: Choose your own hours
License/Certification: Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Santa Fe, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person, home visits/ community visits
