Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

About us

LifeSkills was founded in 1993 as the first and only center in the Orlando area that specializes in Sensory Integration Therapy. For over 30 years, our clinic has maintained an excellent reputation within the Central Florida community, consistently receiving referrals from pediatricians, teachers, and other healthcare professionals.

Job Overview :

We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Practitioner with a specialization / interest in sensory integration to join our LifeSkills family, with a passion for working with children who have sensory processing disorders and related challenges.

Responsibilities :

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in evaluating patients' needs and developing appropriate treatment plans
• Implement treatment plans by conducting therapy sessions with clients
• Help clients improve their motor skills, coordination, and sensory integration through various therapeutic activities / strategies
• Help clients understand their body / sensory system and teach them sensory strategies to stay calm / regulated / modulated
• Monitor and document patients' progress during therapy sessions
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding therapy approaches / strategies and home program
• Love what you do / love kiddos / love your team
• Always ask for help if needed and communicate with your clinical leaders
• Bring your positive energy / respect / love to the clinic and share with the team
• Be a part of our wonderful LifeSkills family

Qualifications :

Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Valid state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Experience in pediatrics, sensory integration therapy is a strong plus, but not necessary, since we are willing to train you in our approach to sensory integration

Ability to be flexible with sensory kids to understand their needs during the sessions from a sensory perspective

Ability to use the computer EMR system that we use (Word, PPT, esp.)

Participation in our weekly case studies and staff meetings to brainstorm on clients ( be open to getting help advice from others, and helping others, Q&A's in general )

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare team members

Ability to adapt to different client populations and treatment settings( you will have your own private treatment room for sure)

If you are passionate about sensory integration therapy and making a difference in the lives of children with sensory processing disorders, we would love to hear from you! Join our family to experience love, respect, and support while you passionately help our kids and their parents...

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in this position to  office@lifeskillscenter.com

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Projected Total Compensation : $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours : 20 – 40 per week

Benefits :

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Continuing education credits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Worker's Comp

Professional Liability Insurance

Holidays off

Healthcare setting :

Outpatient

Medical specialties :

Pediatrics

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate :

Maitland, FL 32751