Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Job Description
We are hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) specializing in adolescent behavioral health and autism support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive functional evaluations and sensory processing assessments for adolescents (ages 8–17) on the autism spectrum.
- Provide group occupational therapy targeting emotional regulation, sensory integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Train patients in self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting/hygiene, feeding and eating skills to promote greater independence in daily living.
- Partner with BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts), registered behavioral technicians, and mental health therapists within a multidisciplinary care model.
- Utilize trauma-informed co-regulation and positive behavior support strategies during times of emotional or behavioral distress.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and progress notes in compliance with facility and insurance standards.
- Assist individual patients with hygiene and functional needs.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
- Current, active State of Nevada Occupational Therapy license.
- Minimum one (1) year of adolescent clinical experience, preferably with autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing challenges.
Benefits
Benefits package is available the first of the month following 30 days of employment!
Desert Parkway offers competitive benefits to include:
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Healthcare spending account
- Dependent care spending account
- PTO Plan with holiday premium pay
- Discounted cafeteria meal plan
- Life insurance (including plans for spouse and children)
- Short- and long-term disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Insurance
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What employment applies to this position at Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital?
Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital?
Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital for this role?
Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital offers following benefits: Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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