Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking to fill a full time Occupational Therapist position for a forensic treatment

agency. The agency serves a high need / high barrier adult population in the Los Angeles

area. Agency provides a variety of services that includes : mental health, substance

counseling, therapy, psychiatric and medication support, behavioral health, daily living

skills, and intensive case management services. We work closely with the courts and

the probation department. The ideal candidate is comfortable with working with this

population and is also comfortable with fieldwork. The OT will work as a member of a

multidisciplinary team delivering services at one of our Project Based housing, interim

housing, or clinic locations.

Duties :

Provide occupational therapy services, including intake assessments, treatment

development, and intervention to clients

Conduct OT assessment with clients and family / care givers. Develop recovery plan of

action and implement services towards recovery.

Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client and family members.

Assist clients, families, and significant others in understanding mental illness and

gaining their acceptance of and participation in their recovery and treatment

recommendations.

Coordinate and implement group rehabilitation under the supervision of Clinical

Supervisor

Coordinate services with various public and private community health, mental health,

and social service agencies to ensure appropriate services for clients.

Participate, coordinate and implement cooperative arrangements and / or team

conferences with various inter-disciplinary team members in the development and

implementation of client’s treatment plan and aftercare plan.

• Provide coverage for other Project 180 locations as needed.
• Maintain and update client’s files and documentation in accordance with DMH and / or

DHS guidelines.

• Overtime, holiday or weekend work may be required
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor

and / or Director

Skills

• Must be technologically proficient
• Strong written / verbal communication and time management skills
• Preferred one year of direct service experience in a mental health setting which has an

interdisciplinary team approach

Notes

Must have own transportation, valid California Driver License, and proof of automobile

insurance coverage. DMV record will be checked.

• Must be licensed or pending licensure
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID 19
• Please be looking for a long-term position in an energetic and enthusiastic team

environment

Willingness to learn and a positive attitude a must!

Job Type : Full-time

Salary range : $83,500.00 - $92,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Role characteristics :

Adults

Schedule :

• 8-hour shift
• Monday - Friday
Work setting :
• In-person
• In-person
• Outpatient
• Housing / residential

COVID-19 considerations :

COVID-19 Vaccination required.

Ability to commute / relocate :

Los Angeles, CA 90013 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Possible Work location(s) :

• 470 E 3rd St. Suite C, Los Angeles, CA 90013
• 12225 Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90061

Company Description

Special Service for Groups, Inc. better known as SSG is a non-profit health and human service organization dedicated to building and sustaining community-based programs that address the needs of vulnerable communities.

Special Service for Groups (SSG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide community-based solutions to the social and economic issues facing those in greatest need.

SSG has evolved into a model organization designed to provide services for diverse groups with maximum efficiency and impact.

This is achieved by developing and managing programs which serve our many communities by encouraging their involvement and self-sufficiency.

SSG believes that the needs of groups and individuals cross traditional ethnic, racial and other cultural boundaries. SSG serves as a bridge between people with common needs to identify ways to pool resources for the greater good of all.

Company Description

Special Service for Groups, Inc. better known as SSG is a non-profit health and human service organization dedicated to building and sustaining community-based programs that address the needs of vulnerable communities.

Special Service for Groups (SSG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide community-based solutions to the social and economic issues facing those in greatest need.

SSG has evolved into a model organization designed to provide services for diverse groups with maximum efficiency and impact.

This is achieved by developing and managing programs which serve our many communities by encouraging their involvement and self-sufficiency.

SSG believes that the needs of groups and individuals cross traditional ethnic, racial and other cultural boundaries. SSG serves as a bridge between people with common needs to identify ways to pool resources for the greater good of all.