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Job Description
Higginsville Habilitation Center is recruiting for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to be a part of a highly effective team that makes a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. HHC is a state-operated program within the Department of Mental Health and supports individuals receiving 24/7 services.
The Occupational Therapist Assistant must be detail-oriented, work well with others, have good time management skills, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Excel and other computer programs.
Responsibilities:
Will be responsible for active treatment by helping individuals develop, improve, and maintain the skills needed for daily living. Will provide therapy through the use of adaptive devices and equipment, sensory processing and regulation and contributing to therapy plans through recommendation and documentation. Will maintain adaptive equipment and patient documentation. Additional responsibilities could include supervision of Therapeutic Service Workers, scheduling, and/or management of the Therapy Department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of current occupational therapy modalities and treatment techniques and of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to observe and record individuals’ progress toward treatment goals and tolerance of treatment activities.
Qualifications:
Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Schedule:
Negotiable: Part-time (non-benefit eligible), permanent part-time (benefit eligible), and full-time options available, dependent on additional responsibilities.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
For additional information please contact the Personnel Department at (660) 362-6137
Email Carol at: carol.russell@dmh.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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