Occupational Therapist

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc. is seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will work with individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve greater independence and improve their daily living skills. You will assess clients' needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic interventions to enhance their functional abilities.

Your responsibilities will include conducting evaluations, setting measurable goals, providing direct therapy, and collaborating with families and other professionals to ensure continuity of care. You will also provide support and training to clients and their families in various aspects of daily living, including self-care, social skills, and vocational skills.

Your role will be crucial to empowering individuals to lead more fulfilling lives and to participate more fully in their communities.

Locations: North LA areas: Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Lancaster

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ occupational performance.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clients’ needs.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to clients in a variety of settings.
• Monitor and document clients’ progress, modifying treatment plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Educate clients and families about therapeutic strategies and resources available.
• Participate in training and community outreach activities.

Requirements

Required

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Must have valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish or other languages) are a plus.
• Knowledge of adaptive technology and assistive devices.
• Experience with community-based services and resources.

Benefits

Full Time Employees are eligible for:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Salary: $43 per hour